Sappi Southern Africa

Saiccor Mill, Umkomaas

Instrument Mechanician: Shift (HRL 13)

We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Instrument Mechanician (Shift) to provide an instrumentation service within the mill in response to breakdowns, safely performing instrument maintenance repair tasks to ensure increased plant availability and minimized downtime.

As an Instrument Mechanician (Shift), you will be responsible for:

• Complete fault finding on instrument systems during the breakdown, using knowledge of field instruments, drawings, plant layout, plant processes, and procedures to resolve and prevent further delays
• Recommend appropriate preventative action based on the fault identified and advise of repair work needed to resolve the identified fault
• Repair, install, test, connect, maintain, and modify instrument equipment as required
• Perform all required calibrations according to the standard work instructions and complete calibration sheets
• Converts notifications in SAP to work orders, captures failure codes and repair codes on the notification, and completes the order once work is completed
• Understand and comply with the safety. health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) requirements of the section
• Comply and perform tasks as per the organisation's policies, procedures, and best operating practices
• Participate in investigations of SHEQ incidents on request and help to identify root causes for non-conformance. Correct any deviations that relate to instrument maintenance
• Maintain a high level of good housekeeping in the workplace at all times
• Adhere to required safety and quality standards and procedures

What are we looking for?

• Grade 12 with an N3 Engineering coupled with a recognised Instrumentation trade test
• Minimum of 1 years post apprenticeship experience in a heavy industry environment whilst 2-5 years would be preferred

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits

Closing Date: 05 September 2023

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Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.