Key Skills

Job Description

PURPOSE OF THE JOB To safely assist with maintaining and optimising low and high-level Plant Instrumentation. Assist with coordination and provide maintenance support in your responsible area. Job Responsibilities Identify and assess level of continuous risk exposures in area of responsibility by considering exposures to people, equipment, material, environment, processes, etc. Consider the level of risk, apply mitigation and implement control measures for residual risk Participate and comply with SHEQ requirements (SHEQ Toolbox) Utilise the Integrated Management System (IMS) to initiate and report SHEQ status CUSTOMERS Ensure Customer Satisfaction BUSINESS PROCESSES Work Execution Complete a risk assessment and obtain a work permit before task is performed Perform task as outlined in the work order and as per the detailed task list Capture history and complete the notification to the required standards Confirm order with the correct time and all details to the required standards Provide feedback to the Maintenance Supervisor on any task where there is a difference between instruction and the job requirements Calibration of all instrumentation equipment Instrumentation maintenance, installations, and commissioning Perform minor PLC program changes if required Provide weekly feedback and input to the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure proper planning of scheduled tasks Communicate all required spares and services to the Maintenance Planner and ensure all communication to be traceable Do daily confirmation on the SAP system of work performed Communicate if spares, equipment, or other factors were not available for job on the work order Generate notifications from inspections and subsequent notifications Perform isolation and issue lockout documents Attend to breakdowns quickly and safely Capture all data related to the stoppage to aid in determining the root cause Communicate ways of improving how the breakdown was handled to Maintenance Supervisor Report any bridging or plant stoppage during call outs immediately to the Senior standby inform the Senior Standby should a call out extend longer than 1 hour Capture all data related to the call out to aid in determining the root cause in the form of a call out report to be distributed before you leave the site Communicate to the Senior Standby when work is completed before you leave the site. Perform work in a safe and reliable manner ensuring the highest level of workmanship Apply fault finding techniques Create a notification on SAP, new or subsequent Draw spares from stores if needed Confirm Work Order with the correct time and all details to the required standard Support the Planning KPI’s by adhering to planning schedules Minimum Qualification And Experience Grade 12/N3 Qualified Instrumentation Trade test certificate 3 years’ relevant experience gained in a heavy industrial environment from date of obtaining trade test certificate Valid Driver’s license (Minimum B/ Code 8) ADVANTAGEOUS Computer Literacy (MS-Office) Experience in Siemens PCS7 control systems Experience on ProfiBus and Ethernet networks Endress + Hauser Flow, Pressure and Level Field Transmitters TDC Load cell transmitters Gas burners Belt Scales Siemens SIMOCODE & VSD’s Behavioural Competencies Required Safety Awareness Initiative Managing Work Results Orientation Work Standards Interpersonal Skills Communication Adaptability Contributing to Team Success Systems WORKPLACE COMPETENCIES: Microsoft Office Samancor Chrome Systems (IMS, EBMS, Chromedoc, SAP, Coupa, MES) Job Skills Basic Mechanical Skills Must be able to work from drawings Feeder maintenance experience Knowledge Demonstrate an understanding of a Maintenance Artisan Instrumentation competencies within PSP Plant Pelletising and Ferroalloy industry experience Knowledge and understanding of fault-finding techniques WORKING CONDITIONS Overtime Standby Samancor Chrome shall apply Employment Equity Principles as set out in the Company's Employment Equity Policy. Samancor Chrome is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from suitably qualified individuals. Closing date: 15 November 2026 #NM

Core Responsibilities

Maintain, calibrate, install, and commission plant instrumentation, perform minor PLC changes, and respond safely to breakdowns and call-outs. Complete risk assessments, permits, isolations, SAP work records, and maintenance feedback while coordinating spares and scheduled work with supervisors and planners.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12/N3, an Instrumentation Trade Test certificate, a valid driver’s license, and at least three years of relevant heavy-industrial experience after trade certification. Experience with Siemens PCS7, Profibus and Ethernet networks, instrumentation transmitters, and related plant systems is advantageous.