Electrical & Instrumentation Technician

Recruiter:

MC Technology Staffing

Job Ref:

JHB000681/KdV

Date posted:

Monday, March 31, 2025

Location:

Hoogeveen, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Company based in the Netherlands is looking for a skilled Electrical & Instrumentation Technician to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
As an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician, you will play a key role in keeping industrial production lines running safely and efficiently. You are responsible for executing both planned and unplanned maintenance tasks, troubleshooting complex
faults, and contributing to improvement projects. Your work spans across electrical systems, instrumentation, automation, and mechanical components.

Your Responsibilities:
As an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician, your tasks will include:

Performing preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide range of production installations
Troubleshooting complex issues in electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems
Collaborating with production, engineering, and safety departments
Logging and reporting activities in SAP or similar systems
Supervising external contractors and ensuring work is carried out safely
Participating in improvement teams to reduce downtime and increase reliability
Supporting upgrades, modifications, and new installations

You should have:

Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal) as an Electrician or Instrumentation Mechanician
Experience in a manufacturing or process environment (5 years minimum)
Valid Wireman’s License is an advantage
Knowledge of PLC/SCADA (e.g., Siemens S7, Rockwell) and DCS systems is a plus
Affinity with high-voltage systems (up to 10kV) and basic mechanical insight
Familiarity with ERP systems (such as SAP)
Valid safety certifications

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