Instrumentation Specialist

Purpose

The Instrumentation Specialist will be responsible for the maintenance of Production Related Software as well as Asset Tracking Software.

Minimum requirements

• National Diploma or Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related qualification.
• LPIC or Redhat Administrator Certification.
• CompTIA network Certification.
• CCNA Switching and Routing Certification.
• Five years experience in an Instrumentation maintenance environment.
• Advanced Network experience.
• Five years working experience on Modular Mining Systems.
• Driver’s license.

Main duties

• Linux Software Administration and Coding.
• Fault Finding and Programming on all Modular Dispatch Hardware.
• Management and Maintenance of the CATS Server and Database.
• Management and Maintenance of the PDS/VDS Server and Database.
• Management and Maintenance of the Access Control server and Database.
• Radio programming and Database Admin.
• Assisting with the training and development of subordinates.
• Compiling engineering specifications to ensure a visible standard for compliance.
• Adherence to MOC process and procedures.
• Supporting Instrumentation, Electrical and Control Room staff in software faultfinding.
• Assessing and modifying the process of long-term maintenance scheduling to ensure that the developed maintenance strategies are adhered to in practice.
• Compiling and updating specifications, codes of practice and standards on all OT Auxiliary equipment and ensure general compliance.
• Ensuring adherence to HSEQ standards.

Key competencies

• Ability to fault find.
• Good understanding and knowledge of planned maintenance principle.