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Specialist Artisan

Johannesburg, South AfricaFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-10-28

Core

Provide specialist instrumentation and automation support by installing, calibrating, maintaining, and troubleshooting control systems and production equipment to minimize downtime and improve plant reliability.

Role type

Senior IC instrumentation and automation specialist

Builds

Control systems, production equipment, and automated processes

Domain

Manufacturing / FMCG / Industrial Automation

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

PLC programming and troubleshooting, SCADA interface management, sensor and transmitter calibration, control valve maintenance, fault-finding and diagnostic skills, team leadership, safety compliance

Preferred skills

N3/N4 or equivalent technical qualification, relevant instrumentation trade qualification, experience in FMCG or manufacturing environment, practical experience with variable-speed drives

Technologies

PLCs, SCADA, sensors, transmitters, control valves, variable-speed drives

Responsibilities

Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair instrumentation and automated equipment; Perform electrical and control-system fault-finding; Programme and configure PLC systems; Test and commission instrumentation and control systems; Lead and support the maintenance team ensuring safety and food safety compliance