Instrument Technician

Work as an Instrumentation Technician, providing instrumentation and electrical support to Specialty Chemicals Jacobs.

• Must be Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) conscientious and work in accordance to company rules, regulations and procedures.
• Repair and maintain instrumentation equipment in conjunction with planned and preventative maintenance programmes.
• Ability to interpret ELDs & P&IDs.
• Perform daily checks and routine inspections on instrument equipment (incl. utilities) and report all faults.
• Involved in maintenance and improvements to enhance the reliability of the plant and utilities.
• Programming and maintenance of site's DCS and SCADA systems.
• Initiating and completing work orders, ensuring timely sign/close off for completed work along with relevant feedback information.
• Must have a thorough understanding of basic electrical knowledge.
• Must be able to work overtime as and when required, even at short notice.
• Lead and manage related contractor activities on site.
• Assist in maintaining general equipment and tools, ensuring that they are in a safe condition.
• Work effectively with all trades to complete engineering activities and objectives.
• Maintain good housekeeping at all times both before and after tasks.

• Matric/Grade 12
• Qualified trade test as an Instrument Technician
• Have sound knowledge in Twido and OPTO22 control systems
• Electrical knowledge in LV and MV applications would be highly advantageous