Specialist Artisan Instrument Mechanician

Sasol Sasolburg, Free State

Category: Job Vacancy Posted: May 04, 2026 Closes: May 13, 2026 Views: 15

Job Description

  • Execution of tasks associated with maintenance inspections and strategies including alarm and trip testing
  • Calibration and maintenance of instrumentation, including control valves, level, flow, pressure and temperatures
  • Calibrate and replace transmitters
  • Participate in the maintenance of Control Systems, including fault finding/diagnostics, alarm management, basic software engineering & configuration, maintaining plant DCS hardware
  • Maintain ESD systems and function
  • Outline the purpose of cause-and-effect diagrams
  • Conduct inspections on classified equipment and logging of deviations
  • Conduct repairs and replacements on classified equipment
  • An ability to read and interpret instrument loop drawings, control logic diagrams, data sheets and associated technical documents
  • Knowledge of EX and IS standards for hazardous areas
  • Installation, testing and commissioning of instrumentation in accordance with Sasol specifications
  • Proactive identification of instrumentation defects and mal-functioning Implementation of preventative maintenance activities. (Schedule work)
  • Need strong instrumentation and control system skills to do proper fault-finding and preventive maintenance
  • Conduct data extraction and analysis from PLC during fault-finding exercises (fault finding, trends etc.)
  • Understand and use the plant maintenance documentation system
  • Understand planning work management system
  • SAP experience will be an advantage

Requirements

  • Grade 12 with Maths, Science & English (must)
  • NQF 4 Occupational Trade Qualification and Red Seal (must)
  • 4 - 5 Years relevant experience
  • Driver’s license (minimum code 8)
  • Have own transport and own transport for standby purposes