Instrument Mechanician

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At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Instrument Mechanician to provide instrumentation services with specific responsibility for fault finding, identifying repair and replacement needs, installing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading instrumentation systems and equipment; and ensuring that tools and materials are available and maintained to ensure long‑term plant availability, reliability, and equipment effectiveness.

• Maintain plant instrumentation in good working condition by completing scheduled maintenance as per SAP works order
• Perform all required calibrations according to the standard work instructions and fill in the calibration sheets
• Maintain a good knowledge of field instruments, instrumentation drawings, plant layout, plant process, and availability of procedures to allow for quick and accurate fault finding
• Adhere to conditions of employment by performing standby, overtime, and shift work when required
• Complete instrument installation and modification required according to the set standards
• Update and maintain SAP Notifications of work orders by capturing failure codes and repair codes on the notification and completing the order once work is completed
• Complete plant inspections in his or her area reports and rectify faults found
• Assist the Instrument Superintendent in the skills development of apprentices and trainees

• Grade 12 with an N3 Engineering
• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as an Instrument Mechanician
• 2 years post apprenticeship experience in a heavy industry environment will be advantageous

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• Learning and development programmes to fast‑track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market‑leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits