E&I Maintenance Technologist, Durban

Our client within the Manufacturing Industry in Durban is looking for an E&I Maintenance Technologist.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation) (T3/S4) / Bachelor of Technology advantageous

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in instrumentation and electrical field in a production environment is required

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

•  Coordinate manpower in the workshop
•  Liaise with plant engineering team on manpower requirements (planning/administration)
• Participation in meeting (Engineering, Production, Safety) Give technical support to engineering and production staff
• Direct and lead technicians and artisans where necessary
• Ensure Work-shop personnel are adequately trained and equipped for plant requirements
• Evaluate staff and maintain discipline in accordance with company rules Maintain safety and housekeeping standards SHE requirements
• Ensure that standards are maintained (Engineering, Safety) and are following OSHACT and ISO 9002 requirements
• Carry out Standby duties
• Plant modifications upgrading and problem solving (Projects to Certification)
• Ensure all requested upgrades/modifications on DCS are implemented
• Maintain spare part availability in workshop and production areas
• Liaise with procurement to ensure timeous availability of spares and equipment

MINIMUM CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Have experience, skill an ability to fault find
• Have above average knowledge of engineering practice and standards
• Able to work with little or no supervision and make sound decisions in urgent breakdown situations
• Have a high level of teamwork and good communication skills