Condition Monitoring Technician

SUMMARY:
Condition Monitoring Technician - Macassar, CPT. 

Our client in the Services Industry based in Macassar, Cape Town is currently looking to employ a Condition Monitoring Technician. 

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 OR Technical Grade 12 (NQF Level 4 qualification) tertiary qualification equivalent.
• Vibration Analysis Category II ISO certified.
• Infra-Red Scanning Level 1 certified.
• Tribology / Oil analysis Level 1.
• Lazer alignment trailing.
• Minimum of 3 Years relevant plant working experience in the maintenance department and condition monitoring (preferably in the water treatment industry).
• Experience in condition monitoring and compiling of monthly ConMon trend reports.
• High level of computer literacy in MS Office (Excel, Word and Power Point).
• Planning and logistical skills.
• Minimum Valid Code 08 driver's license.
• Must be prepared to travel long distances if required.
• Must be willing to perform after hours duties and to respond promptly if required.
• Proven record of satisfactory prior performance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Familiar with VIBEEXPERT11 Vibration Analysis, FLIR E75 Thermal Imaging Camera and FIXTURE Lazer Alignment tools would be an advantage.

• Carry out routine and non-routine machinery condition monitoring data collection using data collectors and computerized condition monitoring systems.
• Carry out trouble-shooting, failure investigation, performance testing of existing equipment and commissioning checks of newly installed equipment; assist with alignment of equipment.
• Carry out vibration analysis and performance evaluation (on compressors, motors and pumps) as per Preventative Maintenance Schedule and ad-hoc requirements.
• Identify and report equipment / machinery showing potential mechanical fatigue and recommend necessary preventative / corrective actions.
• Assist and carry out troubleshooting and failure investigations (root cause analysis) and coordinate with relevant area maintenance Supervisors / Managers / Plant Managers, in troubleshooting activities.
• Develop condition monitoring, lubrication and oil analyses routine checks schedules for plant equipment.
• Monitor physical condition of plant assets and report same for preventive / corrective actions.
• Perform monthly equipment vibration & heat trend analysis evaluations, compile and submit ConMon monthly reports.
• Participate in audits and reviews of the condition monitoring functions to identify actions for continuous improvement.
• Operate according to and maintain Safety, Health and Environment and Quality Standards and Procedures.
• Always note and be aware of and include risks of any nature to the reliability and efficiency condition of M&E as part of reporting.
• Condition monitoring to include report on status and actions required i.t.o. anti-corrosion protection - more specifically on required sites.