Electrical / Instrumentation Technician - Call-Off

SUMMARY:
A leading technology and industrial solutions company is seeking an experienced Electrical / Instrumentation Technician to provide hands-on field support for industrial automation and control projects.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, termination, testing and fault-finding of electrical and instrumentation equipment at client sites. This is a call-off position, making it ideal for a technically skilled professional who is comfortable providing site-based support as and when required.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Install, terminate and test industrial electrical, control and instrumentation wiring. Install and connect sensors, industrial I\/O devices and associated field equipment. Work with 24 VDC control circuits, instrumentation signals and basic control-panel arrangements. Install and terminate RS-485, industrial Ethernet and other industrial communication cabling where required. Perform continuity testing, signal tracing and verification of field connections. Label, test and document wiring, instrumentation and field connections. Assist with fault-finding, testing and commissioning activities alongside automation and OT specialists. Assist with control-panel modifications, installations and wiring changes within the limits of your qualifications and authorisation. Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with site safety requirements and applicable electrical standards. Provide basic as-built information and documentation following installation or modification work. Work collaboratively with engineers, automation specialists and other technical personnel during site activities. Minimum \/ Preferred Experience The ideal candidate will have: Hands-on experience in industrial plants, factories, process environments or machine installations. Practical experience with electrical and instrumentation installations. The ability to trace signals, perform continuity testing and fault-find industrial field wiring. Experience working with PLC and industrial automation installations will be highly advantageous. Experience with sensors, industrial I\/O, 24 VDC circuits and control panels. Exposure to RS-485 and industrial Ethernet cabling is advantageous. The ability and willingness to attend client sites on a call-off basis. Strong attention to detail, safety awareness and a practical problem-solving approach. Qualifications The following qualifications or credentials will be advantageous: Electrical or Instrumentation Trade Qualification. National Certificate, National Diploma or equivalent technical qualification. Relevant electrical\/instrumentation certifications or industry training. Please note: Formal qualifications are preferred but may not be mandatory for non-regulated project assistance where strong, relevant hands-on industrial experience can be demonstrated. Where specific work requires a registered or licensed electrical practitioner, the appropriate statutory qualification and authorisation will be required.