Control Systems Specialist (DCS and SCADA)

Recruiter:

Pollock & Associates

Job Ref:

J4124B

Date posted:

Thursday, June 10, 2021

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

CTC package offered based on level of skill and experience

SUMMARY:
Our client is seeking a competent Control Systems Specialist who will be responsible for maintaining and optimizing operations and process control to maximize plant availability.

POSITION INFO:

The incumbent must be self-motivated, enthusiastic and team-oriented with sound Control Systems skills and must be able to ensure that plant equipment is operated and maintained.

Education, Experience and Skills

N6 /Diploma in Instrumentation or equivalent
Trade Test in Industrial Process Measurement and Control
At least 5 years previous experience as a Technician, preferably in the Sugar industry
Specific knowledge of DCS and SCADA Control Systems (preferably Yokogawa Centum), software engineering, graphic development, hardware configuration, networking, diagnostics & fault finding
MIS, CAMS, AMS and Report development experience would be an added advantage.
Excellent problem solving, communication and presentation skills.

Key Result Areas

Ensure the absolute reliability and integrity of the factory control system.
Support users and clients to obtain and better production targets.
Ownership and responsibility for automation considerations during project implementation as well as the operational performance of the automation system.
Resolving technical problems by creating alternative solutions and applying specialized techniques.
Recommend, update, and modify installations to the latest engineering technology.
Ensure that all documentation to installations and programming is up to date.
Configuration and commissioning of Integrated Motor Circuits, Soft Starters and VSD’s
Integrate all stakeholder needs to create holistic control system solutions.
Training and mentoring of other employees where appropriate.
Deputizing for the Instrument Foreman from time to time.

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