Snr Artisan Instrument Mechanician at Sasol

Purpose of Job

• An Artisan Instrument Mechanician supports production by providing effective equipment maintenance and reliability while adhering to procedures/codes and utilising all available support resources to increase stability and maintain sustainability of the plant.

Key Accountabilities

• Execution of tasks associated with maintenance inspections and strategies including trip tests. Calibration and maintenance of instrumentation: Level, Flow, Pressure and Temperatures. An ability to read and interpret instrument loop drawings, control logic diagrams, data sheets and associated technical documents. Knowledge of EX and IS standards for hazardous areas. Installation, testing and commissioning of instrumentation in accordance with Sasol specifications. Proactive identification of instrumentation defects and mal-functioning. Implementation of preventative maintenance activities. (Schedule work) Need strong instrumentation and control system skills to do proper fault-finding and preventive maintenance. Conduct data extraction and analysis from DCS/SIS PLC during fault-finding exercises (fault finding, trends etc.)

Formal Education

• Grade 12 with Math’s, Science, English with the NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification
• Red Seal (WISH)

Min Experience

• 3 - 5 years relevant experience
• Experience on petro-chemical equipment (added advantage)

Good knowledge of the following systems:

• SIEMENS S7 Knowledge (WISH)
• DCS knowledge
• ESD/SIS knowledge
• Electrical & Instrument Loop drawings detail interpretation 
• Read and interpret MFD (Mechanical flow diagram or Process flow diagram)
• PLC fault-finding hardware & software 

Additional Requirements

• Driver’s license (minimum code 8)
• Have own transport
• Perform standby duties