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SOUTH AFRICAN NUCLEAR ENERGY CORPORATION (NECSA) - INSTRUMENTATION TECHNICIAN
SOUTH AFRICAN NUCLEAR ENERGY CORPORATION (NECSA)
INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
COMPANY: NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd
DIVISION: Technical Services
DEPARTMENT: Maintenance: Electrical & Instrumentation
VACANCY: Instrumentation Technician
SALARY BAND: Market related
REF NO: EC15566
ABOUT NTP RADIOISOTOPES:
NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd is a subsidiary of the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa). We are headquartered at the world-class Pelindaba Nuclear Facility near Pretoria, South Africa.
NTP is a leading global producer and supplier of radioisotope-based diagnostic imaging and therapy products, and exports to 50 countries around the world.
The NTP brand is built around values of excellence, safety, accountability, reliability and growth. Transformation is at the very heart of what we do at every level and we are committed to an extensive cultural change process that will enable us to ensure our world-class legacy well into the future.
ABOUT NTP RADIOISOTOPES:
NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd is a subsidiary of the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa). We are headquartered at the world-class Pelindaba Nuclear Facility near Pretoria, South Africa.
NTP is a leading global producer and supplier of radioisotope-based diagnostic imaging and therapy products, and exports to 50 countries around the world.
The NTP brand is built around values of excellence, safety, accountability, reliability and growth. Transformation is at the very heart of what we do at every level and we are committed to an extensive cultural change process that will enable us to ensure our world-class legacy well into the future.
As part of ensuring the sustainable, profitable future of nuclear radiation products, we have committed to systemic engagement with and improvement of our business relationships with partners and subsidiaries, and ensuring that our operating model, our leadership, and our people are supported and enabled through these processes. Enterprise Development forms a key part of our strategy for sustainability.
For more information on NTP Radioisotopes SOC Ltd visit: www.ntp.co.za
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The incumbent will be responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance relating to instrumentation and process control, focusing in P1701, P2100, P2000, P2001 & P3000’s Cold & Hot Production, upgrading of aging systems and installing new equipment/technology to ensure plant availability.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
1. Corrective Maintenance
- Receive corrective maintenance request via CMMS system from line manager;
- Assess the work, evaluate what needs to be done in terms of inventory, fabrication, obtaining resources;
- Speak to requester to receive additional inputs;
- Repair, optimize and expand camera systems as required;
- Interact with other engineering shops as required;
- Apply technical knowledge and experience to trouble shoot, repair and complete the job cost-effectively on time;
- Sign-off on completion and obtain requester sign-off; and
- Return sign-off sheet to line manager for updating CMMS.
2. Preventative Maintenance
- Receive weekly schedule of planned maintenance actions from line manager;
- Plan and prioritise work during the week, using inputs from line manager as a guide;
- Use planning document NTP-PLN 5000 as appropriate;
- Check remotely SCADA and PLC systems in other facilities via computer (Building Management System);
- Complete inspections of equipment using technical knowledge and experience;
- Complete preventative maintenance using technical knowledge and experience;
- Complete performance testing using technical knowledge and experience; and
- Complete calibration using technical knowledge and experience.
3. Monitor/Order Stock
- Maintain adequate stock levels of items regularly used;
- Monitor levels, and order components through line manager; and
- Complete relevant administration.
4. Initiate Fabrication of Once-Off Components
- Liaise with engineering shop to produce drawing given specifications;
- Liaise with appropriate engineering shops as required;
- Initiate production of once-off components by providing specifications and discussing technical requirements;
- Use the component as appropriate to complete maintenance routines;
- Monitor relationships between employees and management; and
- Provide feedback to Head: HR Services on employee relations climate in departments.
THE INCUMBENT SHOULD DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the work methods and techniques applied in the execution of outputs Attention to detail.
- Knowledge and understanding of the company policies and procedures applicable to the specific work environment to ensure that work outcomes are compliant to the policies and procedures Excellent Communication skills.
- Knowledge of instrumentation theory and practice and the diagnosis of instrumentation and related concepts and problems and the selection of options and possibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Trade certificate in an instrumentation field or National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Light Current/ Instrumentation).
- N6 Certificate.
- Three (3) years’ relevant plant/industry experience in maintenance.
Closing date: 5 February 2021.
Contact Person
Ms Fran Dos Santos
Tel: 012 305 4345
Building: Beva C4, Room 2/26, Pelindaba
Please forward your updated CV with certified copies of your educational qualifications to recruitment@ntp.co.za
IMPORTANT:
The suitable candidate will be selected with the intention of promoting representivity and achieving EE targets as contemplated in the relevant NTP Employment Equity Plan.
In line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, a thorough selection process inclusive of an assessment battery will be used in order to determine whether a candidate has the necessary competencies that are inherently required to perform the role successfully.
GENERAL:
Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.