Actuator Technician

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: DUR003519-LC-1

Pinetown. A well-established company is seeking an experienced hands-on Technicianwith 35 years experiencein an industrial electrical instrumentation or mechanical environment. This role is suited to a self-motivated professional who can work independently on site and confidently interface with clients during commissioning and shutdown activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Install configure and commission electric and pneumatic valve actuators
Troubleshoot and repair actuator electrical mechanical and control systems
Set up actuator travel limits torque settings and feedback signals
Conduct functional testing and loop checks
Interpret wiring diagrams electrical schematics P&IDs and technical manuals
Liaise with clients engineers and site personnel during commissioning and handover
Compile commissioning service and fault-finding reports
Adhere to all site safety requirements permit systems and company procedures

Requirements:

Trade Tested Electrician Instrument Technician or Millwright
Recognised technical qualification or completed apprenticeship
Valid drivers licence
Minimum 35 years experiencein an industrial electrical instrumentation or mechanical environment (valve actuator experience advantageous)
Proven experience in:

Installation and commissioning of mechanical electrical and instrumentation equipment
Electrical and control fault-finding

Experience working on industrial petrochemical refinery or heavy industrial sites
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong electrical and instrumentation fault-finding skills
Solid understanding of actuator mechanics and valve operation
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Professional communication and strong client-facing ability
High level of safety awareness

Advantageous Experience:

OEM actuator experience (e.g. AUMA Rotork or similar)
Hazardous area (Ex) experience
Exposure to DCS / PLCinterfaces
Willingness to travel and work shutdowns or extended hours when required

Apply:

Package & Remuneration

R 15 000 - R 30 000 plus company car and cell phone

Required Experience:

Reference: DUR003519-LC-1Pinetown. A well-established company is seeking an experienced hands-on Technicianwith 35 years experiencein an industrial electrical instrumentation or mechanical environment. This role is suited to a self-motivated professional who can work independently on site and confid...

Duties & Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Install configure and commission electric and pneumatic valve actuators
Troubleshoot and repair actuator electrical mechanical and control systems
Set up actuator travel limits torque settings and feedback signals
Conduct functional testing and loop checks
Interpret wiring diagrams electrical schematics P&IDs and technical manuals
Liaise with clients engineers and site personnel during commissioning and handover
Compile commissioning service and fault-finding reports
Adhere to all site safety requirements permit systems and company procedures

Requirements:

Trade Tested Electrician Instrument Technician or Millwright
Recognised technical qualification or completed apprenticeship
Valid drivers licence
Minimum 35 years experiencein an industrial electrical instrumentation or mechanical environment (valve actuator experience advantageous)
Proven experience in:

Installation and commissioning of mechanical electrical and instrumentation equipment
Electrical and control fault-finding

Experience working on industrial petrochemical refinery or heavy industrial sites
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong electrical and instrumentation fault-finding skills
Solid understanding of actuator mechanics and valve operation
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Professional communication and strong client-facing ability
High level of safety awareness