Control & Instrumentation Technician at Anglo American

Purpose

Maintain the reliability and efficiency of maintenance processes by ensuring that instrumentation and control systems operate effectively

Your duties will include:

• Participate in relevant safety audits, inspections and observations and address issues to demonstrate safety leadership.
• Promote good housekeeping to ensure compliance and an environment where employees can deliver their outputs within a controlled risk environment.
• Adhere to safety standards and protocols when working with instrumentation systems.
• Performance Delivery
• Instrument Installation and Maintenance:
• Install, inspect, test, calibrate, and maintain various instrumentation and control systems. This includes sensors, transmitters, controllers, and final control elements.
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics:
• Identify and troubleshoot issues with instrumentation systems. Use diagnostic tools and techniques to pinpoint problems and implement corrective actions to ensure optimal performance.
• Calibration of Instruments:
• Calibrate measurement devices to ensure accuracy and reliability. This involves adjusting instruments to match known standards or references.
• Instrumentation Repair:
• Perform repairs on malfunctioning instrumentation equipment. This may involve replacing faulty components, repairing circuits, or reprogramming controllers.
• Control System Programming:
• The Work: Key Outputs and Accountabilities
• • Program and configure control systems to achieve specific process control objectives. This may involve using software to adjust parameters, set setpoints, and optimise control loops.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of instrument calibrations, repairs, and maintenance activities. Provide detailed reports on the status of instrumentation systems and recommend any necessary upgrades or improvements.
• Collaboration with Engineers and Technicians:
• • Work closely with engineers, other technicians, and maintenance personnel to ensure the seamless integration of instrumentation systems into larger engineering projects. Collaborate on the design and implementation of control strategies.
• Training and Support:
• Provide training and support to other personnel in the engineering department, especially those who may need assistance in understanding or working with instrumentation systems.
• Keep abreast of technological advancements in instrumentation and control systems. This includes staying informed about new instruments, sensors, and control strategies that can enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 Certificate/N3 Technical
• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering/Instrumentation or Trade Certificate as an Electrician with N4
• SA Drivers Licence

Technical Knowledge

• Instrumentation Principles and protocols (HART (Highway Addressable Remote Transducer and Modbus).
• Knowledge of operational processes within the scope of the role.
• Relevant operational drawing/design experience (mining industry preferred).
• Documentation, sign-off and approval processes.
• Risk management techniques and critical controls.
• Leadership tools for implementing a culture of purpose-led, high-performance and change.
• Safety, health, and environment, legislative, statutory, and regulatory