About this role
LOCATIONKempton Park, GautengDEPARTMENTMaintenanceVACANCYInstrumentation TechnicianREPORTING TOInstrumentation ManagerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONInstrumentation Trade TestROLE SUMMARYRole Purpose: Perform any Instrumentation work allocated by the Instrument manager, carry out minor and major tasks in the plant, workshop or at any other Solenis facility during production / operation processes without direct supervision to ensure the plant instrumentation and control is in good condition to supply the sales and marketing team with the correct product on time and within specification.Responsibilities: Maintain, program, repair and calibrate all process instrumentation and pneumatic equipmentField instrumentation · Hardware installation · Racking and cabling · Calibration and standardizing · Commissioning Packaging systems · Coding and batch printing · Auto fillers · Pneumatics · Ethernet IP · Robotic systems ETC.Performs any allocated work from Projects or any other Solenis directive department as required.Applies preventive, predictive, and reactive tasks according to Solenis standards and procedures.Manage and supervise any team as and when requiredResolve urgent plant problems.Installation and programming on control system Software on PLC and DCS · Programming and coding · HMI design · Installation · Backups · Industrial Ethernet networks · Manage Asset Centre · Function Block / Ladder logic on Siemens and Allen Bradly PLC’s and Varispeed frequency invertersMay coach and instruct other team members, Reporting of all equipment / plant deviations, Plan work and solve problems Enforce safety, quality and housekeeping through ongoing communication.Assist in technical queries.Adhoc duties as requested by any senior employeePerform standby and overtime duties as per Solenis policies.MINIMUM CRITICAL REQUIREMENTS, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLSBasic Computer skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Trade test CertificateN3 minimumOwn transport and valid driver licenseSelf-starterHands-onIndustrial plant knowledgeMinimum 3-5 years post qualification experienceATTITUDEA positive and enthusiastic attitude. Eagerness to learn new skills. Ability to remain calm in challenging situations and respond in a professional and logical manner. Creativity and attention to detail.
- LOCATION
- Kempton Park, Gauteng
- WORK MODE
- On-site
- JOB TYPE
- Full-time
- POSTED
- Sep 23, 2026
Source: Solenis Careers