Instrumentation Technician

Reference: NCM003569-KMa-1

A leading technology and industrial solutions company is seeking an experienced Electrical / Instrumentation Technician to provide hands-on field support for industrial automation and control projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, termination, testing and fault-finding of electrical and instrumentation equipment at client sites. This is a call-off position, making it ideal for a technically skilled professional who is comfortable providing site-based support as and when required. Duties & Responsibilities 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.