Instrumentation Technician
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Key Responsibilities
- Install, terminate and test industrial electrical, control and instrumentation wiring.
- Install and connect sensors, industrial I/O devices and associated field equipment.
- Work with 24 VDC control circuits, instrumentation signals and basic control-panel arrangements.
- Install and terminate RS-485, industrial Ethernet and other industrial communication cabling where required.
- Perform continuity testing, signal tracing and verification of field connections.
- Label, test and document wiring, instrumentation and field connections.
- Assist with fault-finding, testing and commissioning activities alongside automation and OT specialists.
- Assist with control-panel modifications, installations and wiring changes within the limits of your qualifications and authorisation.
- Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with site safety requirements and applicable electrical standards.
- Provide basic as-built information and documentation following installation or modification work.
- Work collaboratively with engineers, automation specialists and other technical personnel during site activities.
Minimum / Preferred Experience
The ideal candidate will have:
- Hands-on experience in industrial plants, factories, process environments or machine installations.
- Practical experience with electrical and instrumentation installations.
- The ability to trace signals, perform continuity testing and fault-find industrial field wiring.
- Experience working with PLC and industrial automation installations will be highly advantageous.
- Experience with sensors, industrial I/O, 24 VDC circuits and control panels.
- Exposure to RS-485 and industrial Ethernet cabling is advantageous.
- The ability and willingness to attend client sites on a call-off basis.
- Strong attention to detail, safety awareness and a practical problem-solving approach.
Qualifications
The following qualifications or credentials will be advantageous:
- Electrical or Instrumentation Trade Qualification.
- National Certificate, National Diploma or equivalent technical qualification.
- Relevant electrical/instrumentation certifications or industry training.
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