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We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.\nWe are on the lookout for an Instrument Technician to provide technical leadership across our instrumentation, automation, and industrial control systems. This role combines technical expertise with operational understanding in pulp and paper manufacturing to drive equipment reliability, process stability, and safety compliance while supporting operations and continuous improvement initiatives.\nAs an Instrument Technician, you will be responsible for:\nEnsure Safety, Health, Environment and Compliance\nAdhere to company safety policies and ensure full compliance with the OHS Act, environmental standards, and process safety regulations.\nLead risk assessments, incident investigations, safety initiatives, and ensure calibration/maintenance records pass audit requirements.\nPlant Maintenance\nLead troubleshooting and resolution of complex DCS, PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation failures across plant control systems.\nDiagnose and resolve fieldbus and network communication issues, including Profibus PA and Profibus DP systems.\nManage, optimize, and improve process measurement systems and control loops in close collaboration with production teams.\nParticipate in shutdown planning, control system backups, configuration changes, and advise management on technical risks and equipment reliability.\nContinuous Improvement\nDrive Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize process stability and plant availability.\nProvide technical expertise for plant optimization projects and recommend strategies for equipment upgrades and obsolescence replacement.\nPlanning and Administration\nComplete maintenance records, equipment history, and calibration certificates accurately and timeously using the IMS system.\nSupport maintenance planning, shutdown preparation, and inventory management for spare parts.\nTeamwork and technical Support\nProvide technical guidance to artisans, operators, and apprentices while collaborating across electrical, mechanical, and production teams.\nManage contractor performance, participate in standby duties, and respond to emergency breakdown call-outs as required.\nWhat are we looking for?\nNational Diploma / N6 (Instrument Mechanician) or Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering.\nMinimum 8 years’ instrumentation maintenance experience in a heavy industrial or continuous manufacturing environment.\nProven expertise in instrumentation, process control, automation, industrial networking, and advanced fault-finding across DCS, PLC, SCADA, and Profibus PA/DP systems\nValid driver's license.\nWhat’s in it for you?\nOpportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence.\nLearning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi.\nOpportunities to travel.\nMarket leading leave benefits.\nEmployee wellbeing benefits.\nWe are hiring!\nAt Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.\nWe are on the lookout for an Instrument Technician to provide technical leadership across our instrumentation, automation, and industrial control systems. This role combines technical expertise with operational understanding in pulp and paper manufacturing to drive equipment reliability, process stability, and safety compliance while supporting operations and continuous improvement initiatives.\nAs an Instrument Technician, you will be responsible for:\nEnsure Safety, Health, Environment and Compliance\nAdhere to company safety policies and ensure full compliance with the OHS Act, environmental standards, and process safety regulations.\nLead risk assessments, incident investigations, safety initiatives, and ensure calibration/maintenance records pass audit requirements.\nPlant Maintenance\nLead troubleshooting and resolution of complex DCS, PLC, SCADA, and instrumentation failures across plant control systems.\nDiagnose and resolve fieldbus and network communication issues, including Profibus PA and Profibus DP systems.\nManage, optimize, and improve process measurement systems and control loops in close collaboration with production 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