Technician: PCS
- Employer
- Rio Tinto
- Location
- Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZAF
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- Dec 03, 2022
- Closes
- Dec 19, 2022
- Ref
- 1560271168
- Category
- Technicians
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Technician: PCS - Technical
About the role
We are looking for aTechnician: PCS - Technical, to support the stable operation of the PCS control systems assets including both software and hardware. This includes planning, designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing PCS level 1 to level 3 automation systems while ensuring minimal downtime. The person will also diagnose, resolve, and document PCS problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training and support where required. Share in weekend and callout responsibilities. Stay current with changing technology and implement training as directed by the Section Superintendent PCS.
Reporting to the Superintendent: PCS, you will:
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have:
The following information must accompany your application:
Only online applications will be considered, failure to provide any of the required documents will result in an automatic regret of your application, please follow the below steps to apply
Where you will be working
Owned by Rio Tinto and located in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province, Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is an internationally recognized sand mining and mineral processing operations leader and is one of the world's foremost producers of titanium minerals, high purity pig iron and zircon.
Employing some 2 000 permanent staff and a number of well-established contracting companies, RBM is proud of the accreditation for ISO 9001 for quality, OHSAS 18001 certification for occupational health and safety management, and ISO 14001 accreditation for environmental management. The company has implemented a sound corporate social development programme and an internationally recognised environmental rehabilitation programme to restore the mined dunes to their natural state after mining.
About us
As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress
Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.
Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.
So if this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now.
RBM is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the company's employment equity plan.
- Opportunity to work for global company
- Our culture is inclusive, exciting and performance-driven
- Role based in Richards Bay
About the role
We are looking for aTechnician: PCS - Technical, to support the stable operation of the PCS control systems assets including both software and hardware. This includes planning, designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and optimizing PCS level 1 to level 3 automation systems while ensuring minimal downtime. The person will also diagnose, resolve, and document PCS problems in a timely and accurate fashion, and provide end user training and support where required. Share in weekend and callout responsibilities. Stay current with changing technology and implement training as directed by the Section Superintendent PCS.
Reporting to the Superintendent: PCS, you will:
- Execution of maintenance & reliability engineering of PCS Software Assets and Control
- Conduct effective maintenance & execution of PCS software applications & PLC hardware across all RBM operations (Wonderware,Cimplicity GE,Rockwell).
- Apply effective problem-solving techniques to establish root-cause to failure (repeat failures, breakdowns, process instability) and conduct analysis & reporting to management on areas of risk with possible solutions.
- Support the execution of teamwork walkabouts on Plants to ensure compliance to standards and quality of workmanship.
- Continuously identify areas of opportunity to improve and optimise the current levels of PCS availability, reliability and process capabilities.
- Conduct improvement studies and identify opportunities to implement CIP's and improve business performance.
- Ensure clear understanding of business or customer user requirements (URS) are in place and signed off.
- Support feasibility study for the maintenance, replacement or upgrade of equipment and be responsible for the PCS technical component, for CAPEX plan approval and assists with the compiling of the Capex plan for approval.
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- N6 Diploma in Industrial Instrumentation or T3/S4 National Diploma Electrical Engineering
- Drivers licence
- Eligible for ECSA registration (Advantageous)
- Minimum of 3 years Working knowledge of Mining and Smelting Process environment
The following information must accompany your application:
- Your updated curriculum vitae
- Copy of National Driver's license
- Certified copies of your Qualifications.
Only online applications will be considered, failure to provide any of the required documents will result in an automatic regret of your application, please follow the below steps to apply
Where you will be working
Owned by Rio Tinto and located in the Kwa-Zulu Natal province, Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) is an internationally recognized sand mining and mineral processing operations leader and is one of the world's foremost producers of titanium minerals, high purity pig iron and zircon.
Employing some 2 000 permanent staff and a number of well-established contracting companies, RBM is proud of the accreditation for ISO 9001 for quality, OHSAS 18001 certification for occupational health and safety management, and ISO 14001 accreditation for environmental management. The company has implemented a sound corporate social development programme and an internationally recognised environmental rehabilitation programme to restore the mined dunes to their natural state after mining.
About us
As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress
Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.
Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.
So if this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now.
RBM is an equal opportunity employer and preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups in line with the company's employment equity plan.