Instrumentation Technician with SCADA

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Network Contracting Full time

Minimum Requirements Qualifications & Certifications Trade Test: Instrumentation Mechanician (preferred) or Trade-Tested Millwright with strong instrumentation experience from FMCG. N4N6 or National Diploma in Instrumentation / Electrical Engineering (advantageous). Valid SA ID South African citizens only . Experience 35+ years hands-on experience as an Instrumentation Technician within FMCG, Food, Beverage, Packaging, or similar high-speed production environments. Proven experience with online condition monitoring (ConMon) systems , including vibration, temperature, pressure, flow, and other sensor-based monitoring technologies. Strong background working with SCADA systems (e.g., Wonderware, WinCC, Ignition, Schneider, etc.). Experience in data tagging, PLC signal mapping, and equipment data integration into SCADA or condition monitoring dashboards. Exposure to predictive maintenance, reliability engineering, and equipment performance monitoring. Key Responsibilities Instrumentation & Control Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot plant instrumentation including sensors, transmitters, PLC input/output modules, and field devices. Perform routine inspections of instrumentation systems to ensure accuracy, safety, and compliance with FMCG standards. Online Condition Monitoring Monitor real-time equipment data using online condition monitoring platforms, vibration sensors, thermography sensors, and other ConMon technologies. Identify abnormal conditions, escalating issues to maintenance and engineering teams. Ensure continuous uptime and functionality of monitoring systems. SCADA, Data Tagging & Equipment Integration Create, edit, and maintain data tags across SCADA and monitoring systems to ensure accurate real-time reporting. Integrate new equipment into existing SCADA and ConMon platforms, including signal wiring, mapping, and configuration. Support engineering teams in developing dashboards, trends, alarms, and reporting tools. Maintain updated documentation of tag lists, signal routing, P&IDs, logic diagrams, and system architecture. Maintenance & Troubleshooting Diagnose faults on instrumentation and electrical systems, ensuring minimal downtime in a high-speed FMCG environment. Assist in root cause analysis and participate in breakdown investigations. Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs. Compliance & Safety Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food safety standards, and OEM requirements. Maintain clean, safe working practices in accordance with FMCG safety protocols. Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and diagnostic abilities. Solid understanding of PLC fundamentals, signal conversion, and IO systems. Able to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, instrumentation diagrams, and schematics. Proficiency with SCADA configuration, trending, alarming, and system optimisation. Understanding of predictive maintenance concepts (vibration, condition monitoring, OEE). Good communication skills and ability to work within cross-functional engineering teams. High attention to detail and strong documentation discipline. Additional Advantages Experience with IIoT, Industry 4.0, or digital transformation initiatives. Experience with historian databases (PI, SQL, etc.). Knowledge of networked plant systems (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet).

  • Instrumentation Technician with SCADA

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Network Contracting Full time

    Minimum RequirementsQualifications & CertificationsTrade Test: Instrumentation Mechanician (preferred) or Trade-Tested Millwright with strong instrumentation experience from FMCG.N4N6 or National Diploma in Instrumentation / Electrical Engineering (advantageous).Valid SA ID South African citizens only.Experience35+ years hands-on experience as an...

  • Instrumentation Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Network Contracting Full time

    Requirements Instrumentation & Control We require a person to specify/select online sensors for condition monitoring and to build an online system based on the techs with CAT3 SCADA systems familiar with conmon sensors (vibration/temperature etc) At least 1 yr experience and familiar with SCADA and data tagging Install, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot...

  • Instrumentation Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Network Contracting Full time

    RequirementsInstrumentation & ControlWe require a person to specify/select online sensors for condition monitoring and to build an online system based on the techs with CAT3SCADA systems familiar with conmon sensors (vibration/temperature etc)At least 1 yr experience and familiar with SCADA and data taggingInstall, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot plant...

  • Instrument Technician

    2 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Objective Personnel Full time

    **Qualification** - Matric - Trade Tested as an Instrument Mechanician **Requirements**: - Minimum of 3+ years of experience in the same role - Must have knowledge and working experience in a refinery industry - Sound knowledge of process control systems, piping and instrumentation diagrams - SCADA and PLC experience - Knowledge of HAZOP with a good...

  • Senior Instrumentation/automation Technician

    3 days ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa MECS Africa Full time

    South Africa, Gauteng - Jhb Eastern Suburbs - R 40000 - R 60000 Monthly Cost To Company (Negotiable) Our forward thinking client in the east rand is looking for Senior Instrumentation/Automation Technician. Overview: We are a leading Systems Integration company specializing in providing comprehensive instrumentation and automation solutions to various...

  • Instrument Mechanician- Engineering

    1 week ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Afro Miaki Group Full time

    To perform the asset care activities as required by the GMP systems and procedures, including accurate and timeous feedback and documentation to all stakeholders. Carry out installations, defined checks, trouble shooting, required testing, repairs and modifications to instrumentation and electronics equipment in accordance with specified instructions and...

  • INSTRUMENT & AUTOMATION TECH - FMCG

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Pronto Labour Team Full time

    INSTRUMENT & AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN with FMCG Industry experience* PLC Programming (Siemens S%,S7, Festo, Delta)* AC/DC - Drives* SCADA* Understanding Hydraulics/PneumaticsDUTIES:* Install, calibrate, repair, and maintain Instrumentation equipmentProgram, troubleshoot, and maintain control systemsImplement automation solutions to improve efficiencyCoordinate...

  • Instrumentation Technician

    3 weeks ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa The Legends Agency Full time

    Overview Instrumentation Technician Be part of a high-performance team ensuring reliable control systems in diamond processing operations Location: Woodstock, Johannesburg | R80,000 - R90,000 per month | 7:00 – 16:30 + overtime as required About Our Client Our client operates in the diamond mining and processing industry, running large-scale facilities...

  • Instrument Technician

    1 day ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Pronto Labour Team Full time

    **Female Instrument Technician - must be Qualified**: - Fault finding and attending to breakdowns - Calibration of Instrumentation equipment - Fault finding - Excellent understanding of: Siemens Allen Bradley PLC's VSD's - Administration tasks

  • Instrument Technician

    3 days ago

    Johannesburg, South Africa Pronto Labour Team Full time

    **Female INSTRUMENT TECH**: - MINIMUM 5-6 Years' working experience as an **Instrument** **Technician** - **MUST **have** MINING **Industry experience - **ESSENTIAL**: - Matric or equivalent - Clean Criminal & Credit record