Sappi is a global company focused on providing dissolving wood pulp, paper-pulp and paper based solutions to its direct and indirect customer base across more than 100 countries. Our dissolving wood pulp is used worldwide by converters to create viscose fibre for clothing and textiles, acetate tow, pharmaceutical products as well as a wide range of consumer ...
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We’re on the lookout for an experienced Instruments Mechanician who will ensure optimum plant availability by efficient maintenance of all instrumentation systems and equipment according to engineering safety
As an Instruments Mechanician, you will be responsible for:
Installs, commissions, modifies and maintains instrument
installations and DCS equipment by the application of engineering expertise and skills in order to satisfy Engineering and Production standards and requirements.
Optimises by loop tuning, investigates and fault-finds process controls systems (DCS) by the application of engineering skills, process plant and process control knowledge so as to maintain performance requirements of such systems.
Removes defective instruments from system, decontaminates, disassembles, and cleans instruments, and replaces defective parts, using hand tools.
Reassembles instruments and replaces instruments in system, using hand tools.
Calibrates readings on instruments according to standards and adjusts phasing and aligns stages to ensure accuracy of recording and indicating function.
Records calibrations made, parts and components used, and inventory of parts on hand.
Prepares schematic drawings, sketches, and reports to reflect changes or alterations made in instruments, circuits, and systems.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Accurately capturing and closing out daily maintenance activities using SAP, ensuring all work is properly documented in line with company procedures and compliance requirements.
Required to work standby and overtime as required.
Understands the SHEQ requirements of the Section.
Monitor subordinate’s performance against SHEQ requirements
and corrects non-conformances.
Investigates incidents (SHEQ) and identify root causes of Non Conformances and corrects deviations.
Maintains a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all time.