Instrumentation Technician – Uis Tin Mining Company

Job Description

Internal & External Vacancy (Instrumentation Technician)

Uis Tin Mining Company Pty Ltd an equal opportunity employer, situated in the Erongo region, hereby invites competent & suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Instrumentation Technician. This position reports to the Superintendent – Control & Instrumentation.

Key responsibilities

• Comply with RISK Policies, Practices and Procedures.
• Maintain the Control and instrumentation installed base.
• Install, calibrate, and configure plant instruments and valves.
• Diagnose and repair Control and instrumentation equipment.
• Maintain the control system network, including FO splicing and repairs.
• Review equipment performance and ensure the availability of C&I equipment.
• Maintain the Programmable logic control and Supervisory control and data acquisition control system (SIEMENS Automation).
• Develop Programmable logic control and Supervisory control and data acquisition software where required.
• Maintain the Historian system.
• Design, plan, and implement Control and instrumentation projects.
• Conduct technical reviews of equipment and recommend and implement optimization opportunities.
• Write and maintain technical manuals and records.
• Provide a supporting role to the Control and instrumentation Supervisor.
• Perform stand-by duties.

Key requirements

• Recognized Trade diploma in instrumentation field – N3 or higher Certificate.
• Minimum of 3 years’ post trade relevant work experience, preferably in the mining industry.
• 2 years of experience as a Control and instrumentation Specialist, with expertise in software projects, Programmable logic control and Supervisory control and data acquisition systems.
• Proficiency in Programmable logic control and Supervisory control and data acquisition programming.
• Knowledge of industrial ethernet communication protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of Profibus PA, DP systems.
• Knowledge of Siemens Automation control systems.
• Knowledge of Supervisory control and data acquisition, Distributed Control Systems.
• Proficiency in Control and instrumentation fault finding, maintenance, and repair skills.
• Expertise in Control and instrumentation project skills.
• Must be a self-starter.
• A valid police clearance certificate, not older than 6 months.
• Valid code 08 driver’s license.

Uis residents and persons from previously disadvantaged designated groups are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Closing date for applications: 23 October 2026