Witbank: Instrumentation Technician

CRITICAL PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES Perform structured fault finding on PLC-controlled process plants, SCADA systems and field instrumentation, including diagnosis of communication networks (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) Involvement with small scale software changes and programming of PLC and SCADA systems Calibrate and verify temperature, pressure, flow, level, pH, ORP and conductivity instruments in accordance with OEM specifications and site standards (experience with OEMs such as Vega and EndressHauser will be advantageous). Assemble, disassemble, test, maintain and repair instrumentation used in water treatment and chemical processes, ensuring minimum plant downtime. Audit, control and maintain instrumentation spares inventory, ensuring critical spares availability and accurate documentation in line with Proxa standards. Provide technical support and expert advice to maintenance and operations teams, to improve plant stability, process efficiency and equipment reliability. Assist in contingency planning and organising of planned outages. Respond to outages and problems promptly and document root causes. Minimise engineering related breakdowns and call outs in areas of responsibility. Ensure all tools and equipment are always maintained in good working condition. Ensure full compliance with the Mine Health and Safety Act (MHSA), Occupation Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) and client site requirements, maintaining high safety and housekeeping standards. Execute small programming improvements and projects on the PLC and SCADA Ability to interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, electrical schematics and network layouts Operational and safety procedures pertaining to maintenance activities, including safe use of tools and hand tools. Maintain pertinent records. Read, interpret and understand data. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in written form. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contracted in the course of work. Basic understanding of OHS Act and the application there of. BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES Strong solution-driven mind set with the ability to take initiative and implement continuous improvement within a live process plant environment. Effective time management skills with a sense of urgency. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to multi- task. Working under pressure. Proactively work within a team with the ability to work unsupervised. REQUIREMENTS Treatment plant environment, exposure to noise, vibration, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, solvents, toxic materials, hazardous chemicals within the allowable exposure limits as defined by Department of Labour. Exposure to all types of weather and temperature conditions. Working in confined spaces. Working at heights. Work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including uneven surfaces. Physical ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and operating motorized equipment. Good hand-eye-co-ordination. See in the normal visual range with or without correction to read computer screens and printed documents and to operate equipment. Hear the normal audio range with or without correction. Must own a vehicle (own transport) Be willing to travel Have own accommodation within close proximity (Witbank) Perform standby duties after hours and over weekends. Duties & responsibilities at each company must be clearly listed on CV. No criminal record. Be medically fit & able to pass a medical examination.