Job Description

Company Description
As a world market leader in crop protection, we help farmers to counter these threats and ensure enough safe, nutritious, affordable food for all xe2x80x93 while minimizing the use of land and other agricultural inputs. Syngenta Crop Protection keeps plants safe from planting to harvesting. From the moment a seed is planted through to harvest, crops need to be protected from weeds, insects and diseases as well as droughts and floods, heat and cold. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Switzerland.

Role Purpose Syngenta Brits FF&P Plant requires services of a Maintenance Technician- Electrical, Control and Instrumentation. This role reports directly to Engineering manager, with other maintenance technicians and planner as peers.
Maintenance Technician- Electrical, Control and Instrumentation at Brits FF&P site is key in overseeing the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of electrical, instrumentation, control and automation systems on Site.
The incumbent may be required to do standby and overtime work when required. Accountabilities
1. Safety
Accountable for enforcing safe work practices and procedures in the Engineering Department including performing Preventative Maintenance activities, safety audits, safety inspections and daily workplace examinations.

• Adhere and Conform to all Syngenta HSEQ and housekeeping standards.
• Approach all aspect of the work being performed with safety as the highest priority.
• Identify and mitigate electrical and controls hazards to maintain a safe working environment.

2. Maintenance xe2x80x93 work related assignment.

• Ensure the implementation of maintenance strategies and procedures for instrumentation and automation systems.
• Perform maintenance tasks, such as inspections, calibrations, and repairs in accordance with applicable codes and engineering standards.
• Install, maintain, and repair instrumentation and control systems, equipment, and components in accordance with relevant codes, standards, and safety procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections to identify potential issues and perform preventive maintenance tasks to ensure optimal system performance.

3. Root Cause analysis on breakdown and machine defects

• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve instrumentation and automation systems issues on site
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to identify problems, analyse data, and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with other team members to resolve complex electrical and control issues to ensure minimal downtime.

4. Electrical, Instrumentation and Control Systemxe2x80x99s Integration (incl OT Networks)

• Oversee and participate in the installation, configuration, and integration of instrumentation and automation systems, including sensors, controllers, transmitters, actuators, and associated equipment.
• Ensure proper system functionality and compatibility in line with Syngenta standard

5. Control and Automation system quality Control and Testing

• Execute comprehensive testing plans and procedures for instrumentation and automation systems.
• Perform in-depth system tests, verify performance, and document results.
• Lead efforts to address any issues and ensure compliance with project specifications.

6. Document Control and reporting

• Ensure accurate and detailed documentation of all activities, including installation procedures, maintenance records, calibration reports,
• Adhere to electrical codes, regulations, and safety standards while performing all tasks.

7. Work Execution as per PM and Scheduled Work Order Priority(Maximo)

• On time completion of Work Order into CMMS system (Maximo System):
• Accurate data capturing regarding Mean Time between Failures (MTBF) and Mean Time to Repairs (MTTR))

8. Spare Management: Ensure all spares used are recorded and are correctly as drawn out of stores;

• Assist in the specifications, procurement, and quality control of required / refurbished / repaired equipment.

9. Execute Management of Change (MOC)
Modifications to equipment as assigned.
10. Team work and collaboration: with other maintenance employees

• Coaches and develops the engineering skills of other maintenance and operational staff

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Critical Knowledge

• Minimum N3 Electrical Engineering Qualified Maintenance Electrician with passed Trade Test or Nat Diploma with (Electrical or Control and Instrumentation Engineering).
• Understanding advance electronics, instrumentation (sensors, counters, and temp controllers) and controls
• Understanding of System Instrumented Functions (SIFs) and System Instrumented System (SIS) would be advantage
• Electrical wiring diagrams 3 Phase and 1 Phase electrically driven machinery
• Working knowledge of PLC (include Programming) and AC and DC Drives.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the maintenance of medium to large electrical, control and instrumentation systems in Chemical industry.
• Understanding of Work Management Process experience (Maintenance Work order process of part kitting, planning, scheduling and execution)
• accurate troubleshooting of electrical or control problems
• Experience in Robotics, Fill and Pack lines will be added advantage
• Computer literate, proficient in Excel, Outlook, Work and CMMS systems (eg SAP PM/ Maximo or any other similar systems)
• Knowledge of industrial parts, tools and equipment.
• Organized and systems orientated.
• Ability to Work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work extended hours and/or on standby

Critical skills

• Strong commitment to Safety and Quality delivery, processes and initiatives eg MOCs, Risk Assessments and Root cause analysis and
• Problem solving and diagnostic skills
• Understanding electrical, Control, Instrumentation and automation technologies
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Material management and ability to use CMMS for work scheduling and data capturing.
• Drive to grow and improve self.