Instrument Mechanician, RRT DMS Plant

We have an exciting opportunity for
Instrument Mechanician, RRT DMS Plant. The purpose of this role is to maintain the reliability and efficiency of maintenance processes by ensuring that instrumentation and control systems operate effectively.

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Guided by our purpose and our values, we enable both high performance and purposeful action as we aim to “re-imagine mining to improve people’s lives", delivering the metals and minerals that make modern life possible – from mobile phones to medicines.

We produce high-grade iron ore, the key component in steel widely used in construction and manufacturing across the world. Our activities include all aspects – exploration; mining; processing and blending; shipping; marketing and selling. In South Africa, we have mining operations in the Northern Cape province, as well as a head office in Rosebank, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape.

As Instrument Mechanician, RRT DMS Plant your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Comply with the health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections, and observations and address issues to demonstrate safety leadership.

• Install, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain various instrumentation and control systems, including sensors, transmitters, controllers, and final control elements.

• Identify and troubleshoot issues with instrumentation systems using diagnostic tools and techniques to pinpoint problems and implement corrective actions to ensure optimal performance by reading and interpreting instrumentation drawings.

• Calibrate measurement devices to ensure accuracy and reliability. This involves adjusting instruments to match known standards or references.
• Repair malfunctioning instrumentation equipment. This may involve replacing faulty components, repairing circuits, or reprogramming controllers.

• Program and configure control systems to achieve specific process control objectives. This may involve using software to adjust parameters, set setpoints, and optimise control loops.

• Maintain accurate records of instrument calibrations, repairs, and maintenance activities. Provide detailed reports on the status of instrumentation systems and recommend any necessary upgrades or improvements.

• Work closely with engineers, other technicians, and maintenance personnel to ensure the seamless integration of instrumentation systems into larger engineering projects. Collaborate on the design and implementation of control strategies.

• Provide training and support to other personnel in the engineering department, especially those who may need assistance in understanding or working with instrumentation systems.

• Keep abreast of technological advancements in instrumentation and control systems. This includes staying informed about new instruments, sensors, and control strategies that can enhance efficiency and accuracy.

This role is in Engineering & Maintenance (E&M) department on a Band 8 (C-Lower) level reporting to the Engineering Supervisor.

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate, NQF Level
  4) or equivalent SAQA-recognised qualification
• Higher National qualification in Instrumentation (Instrument Mechanician) on NQF5 is preferred
• SA Drivers licence

• Instrumentation principles and protocols (HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer and Modbus).
• Knowledge of operational…