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Instrument Mechanic at Sasol Site

Position Overview

The Instrument Mechanic will be responsible for the installation, commissioning, calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of instrumentation and control systems at a leading petrochemical site in Sasolburg.

Key Responsibilities

  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure work adheres to site safety standards and hazardous area regulations. Report deviations and maintain a safe work environment.
  • Installation & Commissioning: Install and commission field instrumentation, conduct functional testing, and verify signal transmission to DCS systems.
  • Calibration: Independently calibrate instruments, adjust accuracy, and maintain calibration records.
  • Maintenance: Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose faults, and assist in planned maintenance activities.
  • Troubleshooting & Fault Finding: Analyse and resolve instrument and control system faults, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Communicate progress, report defects, maintain records, and complete required documentation accurately.
  • Standby Duties: Participate in standby duties, respond to breakdowns, and provide technical support to ensure operational continuity.

Minimum Requirements

  • Relevant Qualifications: Instrumentation Trade Qualification or Mechanic Trade Certificate with practical experience in petrochemical, industrial environments.
  • Experience: Working with field instrumentation, calibration, loop checking, and fault finding. Knowledge of DCS systems and hazardous area requirements.
  • Skills: Installation, calibration, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, safety awareness, problem-solving, and accurate documentation.

Working Conditions

The role entails working on an industrial/petrochemical site, potentially at heights, with standby duties and emergency response requirements. Strong safety awareness and ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.
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