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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