Controls Systems Specialist

2 weeks ago

Boksburg, South Africa Unilever Full time

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:
To design, install, commission and maintain hardware & software for control systems and instrumentation systems. To perform engineering-related projects and design out recurring engineering problems.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Hardware / Software Design, Installation and Commissioning
- Designs and implements hardware and software taking into consideration the human/machine interface, i.e. how the operators will interact with the process.
- Investigates the availability of hardware and software on the market.
- Selects which hardware / software to use in the factory in terms of availability, wiring and equipment correspondence with material in use in the factory.
- Commissions the new system with the assistance of instrument technicians.
- Required to be pro-active in recommending opportunities for improvement in respect to production problems.
- Makes decisions regarding the final design taking into consideration the requirements of the legislation.

Maintenance and Fault finding
- Keeps the control system operational by fault finding, correcting faults and documenting system changes.
- Responsible for the systems integrity, back ups and DRP’s.

Implementation
- Documents operations training manuals for training of users.
- Is responsible for training maintenance personnel and operating personnel on maintenance and operation of new control systems.
- Raises the budget and ensures that the project remains within budget.

SHE
- Interprets relevant laws and standards and ensure that standards and laws are implemented and adhered to.
- Investigates accidents and incidents and draws up reports.
- Operates within the framework of the NOSA and OHS, SHEACO Acts, and work permit procedures.

Leadership
- Co-ordinates the work of Instrument mechanics and Technicians during the installation and commissioning phase of the project.

ENVIRONMENT:
Internal
- Persuades Production Managers, Engineers, Artisans and Foremen regarding project implementation.
- Mentors Instrument Mechanics and provides training.

External
- Ensures performance of contractors according to predetermined project standards.
- Negotiates prices with suppliers and contractors.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

- B.Sc and 2-5 years experience of instrument control and automation.
- Or B.Tech (T4/S5 - Electrical Engineering) and 5-7 years experience of instrument control and automation.
- Relevant National diploma with 7 - 10 years experience.
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access)
- SAP/PMS (Plant maintenance systems).

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