Job Description
RCL FOODS is seeking an Electrical Technician to join our Foods Division. The role will be based in Pretoria West and report to the Maintenance Manager. RCL FOODS is looking for an incumbent to be responsible for the implementation of new electrical machinery and equipment, and upgrade electrical machinery and equipment on a software and hardware level. Perform maintenance of all electrical machinery, equipment, processes and software applications according to SANS codes for a hazardous site on a higher level than electricians. Give a higher level of support to electrical staff and solve higher-level problems.
Duties & Responsibilities
Disseminate best practices in all instrumentation aspects.
System troubleshooting and hardware problems resolution, calibrating and maintaining all equipment within the control solution.
Assist with onsite project commissioning and ensuring adherence to RCL FOODS standards and change procedures.
Ensure cost-effective and efficient maintenance of all electrical, instrumentation, computer, network, and PLC equipment.
Minimum Requirements
National N6 Diploma and Trade test or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Process Instrumentation)
Minimum 5 – 8 years of working experience in the following areas:
General factory maintenance
Reading and interpretation of electrical drawings
Wide range of instrumentation experience
Knowledge of SCADA systems
Knowledge of PLC programming experience
Experience in PLC, VSD Drives, Fans, Process Optimization, and Compressors would be highly advantageous
Previous experience as an instrumentation technician in the milling industry will be highly advantageous
Implementation of small projects
Advanced computer literacy (MS Word/Excel/Outlook)
Minimum 5 years of Siemens PLC S7 (1500, 1200) and TIA portal experience.
Minimum 5 years of Wonderware System Platform and InTouch experience.
Valid Code B driver’s license.
Closing date: 2023/06/25