Process Automation Technician at Belgotex Floors

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & OUTPUTS

• PLC Automation & Programming
• Fault-find, maintain, modify, and optimise PLC-controlled machinery and process lines
• Interpret PLC programs, I/O configurations, electrical schematics, and P&IDs
• Perform PLC backups, version control, and controlled program changes
• Support commissioning of new equipment, upgrades, and process improvements
• Interface with HMI (production values for both maintenance and operation) and SCADA systems for diagnostics, and production support
• Drives, Motors & MCCs
• Install, configure, and fault-find Variable Speed Drives (VSDs)
• Diagnose motors, encoders, sensors, and feedback devices
• Maintain and troubleshoot MCC panels, starters, protection systems, and field cabling
• Support energy efficiency initiatives through correct drive and motor operation
• Instrumentation & Process Control
• Install, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation (temperature, pressure, flow, level, speed)
• Maintain control valves, actuators, transmitters, and pneumatic systems Conduct loop checks, commissioning, and functional testing
• Maintain calibration records and ensure process accuracy
• Maintenance & Plant Reliability
• Execute planned preventative and predictive maintenance activities
• Attend breakdowns and restore plant operation with minimal downtime
• Perform root-cause analysis on recurring automation and instrumentation failures
• Support reliability improvement and continuous improvement initiatives
• Machine Relocation & Commissioning (Advantageous)
• Participate in machine relocation projects including electrical and instrumentation disconnection and reconnection
• Perform I/O verification, loop checks, and safety interlock testing
• Support commissioning, site acceptance testing (SAT), as well as offsite manufacturing factory acceptance tests (FAT) and production handover
• Utilities & Plant Services (Advantageous)
• Support automation and instrumentation for boilers, steam systems, compressors, chilled water, HVAC, and LPG systems
• Safety, Compliance & Housekeeping
• Comply with Occupational Health & Safety legislation and company procedures
• Adhere to lock-out, tag-out, permit-to-work, and safe isolation practices
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in all E&I work areas
• Ensure documentation, drawings, and records are accurate and up to date

Requirements

• Grade 12 / Matric with mathematics or math’s literacy essential.
• National Diploma or Technical Qualification in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics
• Trade Test (Instrumentation Technician / Electrician / Millwright) – advantageous
• 8–10 years’ experience in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment
• Proven experience witPLC automation and programming, VSDs, motors, MCCs, and industrial instrumentation.

Advantageous Skills & Experience

• Millwright qualification or strong millwright exposure
• Experience in machine relocation, commissioning, and re-commissioning
• Textile manufacturing process exposure
• Utilities and plant services automation
• Pneumatics and hydraulics experience
• Continuous-process or 24/7 production plant experience