Instrument Technician

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION: 14 April 2025

CLOSING DATE: 23 April 2025

DOMAIN: BMR ENGINEERING NICKEL INSTRUMENTS

PURPOSE OF THE JOB: To ensure plant availability and adequate systems control to assist operations in meeting production targets by resolving problems in plant instrumentation, PLC hardware / program / SCADA.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• NQF Level 6 National Diploma in Instrumentation and Process Control with an Instrument Mechanician Trade Test essential.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in control systems, including SCADA and PLC Networks required.
• Knowledge and experience on the Allen Bradley PLC is an added advantage.
• Sound knowledge of process control systems, piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Knowledge of HAZOP studies and a good understanding of mining / refining and chemical plant processes.
• Excellent calculation, problem solving, analytical and advanced computer skills.
• Medically fit for Base Metal Refineries (BMR).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Control and perform instrumentation maintenance by conducting regular plant inspections, perform consistent plant maintenance, purchase spares and maintain spare levels.
• Implement modifications and renewals by attending HAZOP studies, select and purchase required equipment.
• Install and commission equipment, including PLC commissioning and programming.
• Perform and document calibrations as per ISO standards on relevant equipment.
• Attend to breakdowns and assist instrumentation personnel on technical matters to maintain optimal plant availability.
• Ensure compliance with safety, security, health, environmental and quality standards / procedures.

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