Control and Instrumentation Technician

Senwes, a leading agricultural company, is looking for a skilled Control and Instrumentation Technician to join our Engineering and Property Assets Department.

The purpose of this role is to install, maintain, and troubleshoot control systems and instrumentation in industrial environments to ensure the accurate, safe, and efficient operation of equipment and processes.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Responding promptly to equipment breakdowns and control system faults to minimise downtime and maintain operational efficiency.

• Diagnosing and resolving faults in control systems, instrumentation, PLCs, SCADA systems, and automation equipment using diagnostic tools and technical documentation.

• Performing emergency repairs on critical systems and field instruments, including temperature, pressure, and flow sensors.

• Conducting routine inspections, calibrations, and preventive maintenance on instrumentation and control systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

• Developing and following maintenance schedules for key assets, including sensors, actuators, and control loops.

• Monitoring control system performance, analysing system data, and recommending improvements to reduce unplanned downtime and improve system reliability.

• Assisting with system upgrades, modifications, and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and automation performance.

• Participating in the design, commissioning, testing, and implementation of new control and instrumentation projects.

• Developing and maintaining standard operating procedures, maintenance records, calibration reports, and technical documentation for control systems and instrumentation.

• Collaborating with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to support automation solutions, continuous improvement initiatives, and safe working practices.

• National Senior Certificate.

• Candidates with Control and Instrumentation certifications and/or an Electrical Trade Test will receive preference.

• At least 2 years’ experience in control system integration, PLC programming, and SCADA programming and development.

  We are committed to transformation through the appointment of persons from designated groups and potential candidates from these groups will enjoy preference.

  Kindly note that a consumer credit record will be requested in respect of all appointments which involve dealing with cash or finances.

  Should you meet the above requirements and believe you can contribute to the company, kindly register and apply on our Career Page at www.groupcareers.co.za

  Should we not have contacted you within six weeks of the closing date, you may assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

  CLOSING DATE: 4 June 2026