Field Technician

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Overview Phakisa Group is seeking a skilled and hands-on Field Technician. This role involves supporting the commissioning, testing, calibration, and start-up of field equipment, instrumentation, and control systems on industrial project sites. The successful candidate will work as part of a commissioning team, ensuring that field equipment is correctly tested, placed into operation, and documented in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, and client requirements. What you will do As a Field Technician, you will: * Perform commissioning of components, systems, and solutions on site. * Conduct field loop checks and fault finding. * Perform instrument calibration and verification, as well as instrument quality checks. * Install, test, and put field equipment and instrumentation into operation. * Perform fault finding from the control system through to the final control elements. * Identify and troubleshoot instrumentation and field equipment faults. * Analyse system behaviour and the interaction between individual system elements. * Verify that equipment and instrumentation are functioning correctly and according to specifications. * Assist with testing, start-up, and commissioning activities. * Record and report faults, outstanding work, and commissioning progress. * Work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary commissioning team. * Assist with the commissioning and start-up of assigned equipment and systems. * Put specific sections of project deliverables into service as part of the larger commissioning team. * Conduct required testing and verification activities. * Accurately report on the status of assigned work and commissioning deliverables. * Complete commissioning check sheets, test records, and other required documentation accurately and in accordance with project requirements. * Take responsibility for assigned documentation through to client acceptance. * Assist senior technicians and commissioning personnel with troubleshooting and technical activities. * Communicate any technical issues, delays, or outstanding work to the relevant supervisor or commissioning lead. * Comply with all company and client Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) requirements. * Follow site safety procedures, risk assessments, and approved work instructions. * Ensure commissioning and testing activities are conducted safely. * Report unsafe conditions, equipment faults, and incidents. * Maintain high standards of workmanship and technical quality. * Ensure all commissioning documentation and test results are accurate and complete. * Contribute to the successful commissioning and start-up of assigned field equipment, accurate completion of loop checks and instrument calibration, and effective identification and resolution of field faults. * Ensure correct operation of field instrumentation and equipment, accurate reporting of commissioning progress and deliverables, and completion of required documentation through to client acceptance. * Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements, and provide effective teamwork and support during commissioning activities. Requirements (from the original advert) * Grade 12 / Matric. * Relevant technical qualification, such as: Instrumentation, Electrical, Process Control, Mechatronics, Engineering, OR a Relevant technical trade qualification. * Previous experience in a Field Technician, Instrument Technician, Electrical Technician, Commissioning Technician or similar role. * Practical experience with field instrumentation and equipment. * Experience performing loop checks, instrument calibration and fault finding. * Ability to troubleshoot from the control system through to final elements. * Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring diagrams and technical drawings. * Basic computer literacy. * Good written and verbal communication skills. * Valid driver's licence (will be advantageous/required where site travel is applicable). * Must be willing to work on client/industrial sites and travel where required. * Must be medically fit for site work where applicable. * Ability to work overtime, weekends or shutdown periods when required. * Knowledge and practical experience in: Field instrumentation; Instrument calibration and testing; Control loops and loop checking; Fault finding and troubleshooting; Sensors, transmitters and control valves; Final control elements; Control systems and field equipment; Industrial automation and process control; Commissioning and start-up procedures; Technical drawings and instrumentation documentation; Quality checks and commissioning documentation. * Experience in petrochemical, mining, manufacturing, power generation or other industrial/process environments (will be highly advantageous). * Strong technical and practical ability. * Excellent fault-finding and troubleshooting skills. * Good analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Attention to detail. * Ability to work safely and accurately. * Ability to work effectively within a team. * Good communication and interpersonal skills. * Ability to follow technical procedures and instructions. * Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines. * Good reporting and documentation skills. * Willingness to learn and develop technical knowledge. * Strong commitment to quality and safe working practices. Who should apply This role is ideal for a skilled and hands-on Field Technician with a strong technical background and practical experience in industrial settings. The successful candidate will be someone capable of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary commissioning team, committed to ensuring equipment is correctly tested, operated, and documented according to stringent project specifications and quality standards. Applicants should possess excellent fault-finding, troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to safe and accurate work. The role requires a team player with good communication and interpersonal skills, who is able to follow technical procedures, work under pressure, meet deadlines, and demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop. Candidates must also be prepared for site work, potential travel, overtime, weekend shifts, or shutdown periods, and be medically fit for such environments. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/field-technician-phakisa-group Source: myjobmag

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