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JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the I&E Superintendent, the I&E Technician II is accountable for performing the installation, preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and repair of the Plant’s electrical, instrumentation, electronic, measurement and control systems and equipment, in accordance with applicable codes and standards, established maintenance procedures and Company requirements. The position also supports minor I&E projects, equipment installation and commissioning, and plant shutdown, start-up and restoration activities, to support the safe, reliable and cost-effective operation of the Plant. The incumbent will also provide support to PPGPL subsidiaries, affiliated companies and
Business Development initiatives as required.
DIMENSIONS
The availability and reliability of the Plant’s electrical, electronic, instrumentation, measurement, computer-based and control systems and equipment are key to supporting continuity of operations at PPGPL. The I&E Technician II contributes to the performance and reliability of these systems and equipment through the timely execution of preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance activities, including fault diagnosis, inspection, calibration, servicing, overhaul and repair, as well as support for approved control-system configuration and programme changes. The position supports reliable Plant operations by minimising equipment-related downtime and helping to meet planned operational and product-delivery requirements. The position operates within established maintenance procedures and schedules, applicable codes and standards, and Company safety and environmental requirements. The position has no direct supervisory responsibility or financial accountability limit.
NATURE & SCOPE
The I&E Technician II performs skilled technical work to support the safe, reliable and cost-effective operation of the Plant’s electrical, electronic, instrumentation, measurement and control systems. The position undertakes maintenance and troubleshooting activities and provides support for approved control-system configuration, programme changes and related system administration activities, in accordance with applicable codes and standards, established maintenance procedures and Company requirements.
The position supports the planning and execution of routine maintenance, minor I&E projects, equipment installation and commissioning, and plant shutdown, start-up and restoration activities. This includes preparing job procedures and risk assessments, supporting maintenance planning and scheduling, working with contract personnel and maintaining appropriate technical and maintenance records. The position interfaces internally with Processing, Engineering, Operations Planning and other relevant functions, and externally with contractors, customers and suppliers, as required.
The position operates within established procedures, schedules, technical standards and safety and environmental requirements, taking into consideration equipment condition, cost and the availability of materials and spare parts. The position works under the general direction of the I&E Superintendent and the specific guidance of the I&E Technician III/IV and/or I&E Team Lead, with access to higher-level technical support as required. Technical matters outside the position’s established level of authority are referred through the appropriate reporting structure.
HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Every employee has a personal responsibility to exercise reasonable care for their own safety and health and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees are required to comply with the Company’s health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and safe work practices, and to actively support the maintenance of a positive safety culture. Further guidance is contained in PPGPL’s Safety Manual.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Maintenance, Troubleshooting & Equipment Reliability
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on the Plant’s electrical, instrumentation, and control-system equipment, including diagnosing faults and repairing or replacing defective equipment and components.
Install, calibrate, test, commission, and maintain electrical and instrumentation equipment, including pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analytical instruments.
Specify materials required for assigned jobs.
Service and maintain control valves, actuators, positioners, solenoids, and associated systems, and perform loop checks and functional testing.
2. Control, Safety & Measurement Systems
Assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS), fire and gas systems, measurement systems, and associated control-system equipment.
Support approved control-system configuration and programme changes in accordance with established procedures and technical requirements.
3. Technical Documentation & Work Management
Interpret P&IDs, loop drawings, electrical schematics, logic diagrams, and technical manuals to support maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, installation, and commissioning activities.
Prepare job procedures, risk assessments, maintenance reports, calibration records, and other required technical documentation.
Review, update, and close assigned work orders using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and work with Planning to support the scheduling and execution of preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
4. Projects, Contractors & Operational Support
Assist with the specification, procurement, installation, and commissioning of materials and equipment for minor I&E projects.
Work with contractors in carrying out assigned I&E maintenance and project activities in accordance with established requirements.
Support plant shutdowns, start-ups, and commissioning activities, and assist with the safe restoration of equipment and systems following equipment failures or process upset conditions.
5. Safety, Tools & Call-Out Responsibilities
Perform assigned work in accordance with applicable Company safety requirements, procedures, and safe work practices.
Ensure tools and equipment used in carrying out assigned work are properly maintained and kept in a safe and serviceable condition.
Participate in rostered call-out duties, as required, to support Plant operations.
6. Collaboration & Organizational Support
Participate in committees, cross-functional teams, and special initiatives, as required, in accordance with assigned responsibilities, work plans, and/or team charters.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Minimum Acceptable Academic Qualifications
A National Engineering Technician Diploma in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent Technician Diploma from a recognized tertiary institution.
Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience
Three (3) years of experience in electrical, electronics, and/or instrumentation maintenance within the oil and gas industry.
SPECIFIC SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Working knowledge of electrical, instrumentation and control systems used in oil and gas processing facilities.
Knowledge of the installation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of electrical and instrumentation equipment and systems. Knowledge of electrical equipment, including motors, motor control centres, switchgear, transformers, UPS systems and battery chargers.
Working knowledge of DCS, PLC, SIS, fire and gas, measurement and associated control systems.
Ability to interpret P&IDs, loop diagrams, electrical schematics, wiring and logic diagrams and relevant technical manuals.
Knowledge of preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance practices and applicable safe work, isolation and risk assessment requirements.
Ability to safely use electrical and instrumentation testing and calibration equipment.
Proficiency in the use of CMMS and Microsoft Office applications and in maintaining relevant technical and maintenance records.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
