CRAIG BARRY JACOBS
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN
PAARL
Summary
Experienced with installation, calibration, and maintenance of intricate instrumentation systems. Utilizes diagnostic skills and technical expertise to ensure reliable and efficient operation of equipment. Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations, ensuring compliance and operational integrity.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Instrument Technician
Zana Manzi Services
07.2023 - Current
- Servicing of sewerage & water treatment plant equipment includes: new installations, faultfinding & repairing, updating, improving & modifying existing systems as per plant specifications. Liaising with suppliers & contractors. Finalising the sourcing & procurement of equipment.
Instrument Mechanic, Acting Supervisor
Proxa (AMD, Optimum WRP, Mafube Colliery WTP, Izimbiwa WTP)
04.2016 - 07.2025
- New installations, calibrations, modifications, troubleshooting, repairs, automation & integrating control systems. Preventitive maintenance and plant inspections.
- Reason for leaving: Transferred
Assistant Artisan
Petro SA
11.2013 - 12.2013
- Startup of plant – nightshift duty during learnership. Assisting in maintenance, repairing & calibrating of instruments plantwide, turnarounds and shutdowns.
Assistant Artisan
Aveng Automation & Control
10.2013 - 11.2013
- Shutdown during learnership.
Nestle (Capital Outsourcing)
04.2011 - 06.2011
First National Bank Mossel Bay
09.2003 - 08.2009
First National Bank Home Loans JHB
08.1996 - 09.2003
Education
Instrumentation Mechanic - undefined
Petro SA School of Excellence
10.2014
Senior Certificate-Full Exemption - Afrikaans, English, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science, Geography
Sao Bras Secondary School
12.1995
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Growth Path FET College
Middelburg, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Field Equipment: IFM, HACH, Endress & Hauser, Mobrey, Vega, Autento, Rosemount Sensors, Transmitters & Controllers
VSD, VFD, Softstarters, DOL & Motor Protection: ABB, Siemens, Danfoss, Schneider, Vacon, Simocode, WEG
PLC and SCADA: Siemens S7-1200, 1500, Beckhoff, Allan Bradley Control Logix, Schneider, Adroit, Citec Vijeo
Industrial networking
Installation and maintenance
Corrective maintenance
Team leader
Field instrumentation
Instrumentation troubleshooting
Measurement devices proficiency
Calibration expertise
Certification
Institution: NOSA, Occupational Health & Safety Officer (SAMTRAC)
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Zana Manzi Services
07.2023 - Current
Instrument Mechanic, Acting Supervisor
Proxa (AMD, Optimum WRP, Mafube Colliery WTP, Izimbiwa WTP)
04.2016 - 07.2025
Assistant Artisan
Petro SA
11.2013 - 12.2013
Assistant Artisan
Aveng Automation & Control
10.2013 - 11.2013
Nestle (Capital Outsourcing)
04.2011 - 06.2011
First National Bank Mossel Bay
09.2003 - 08.2009
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Growth Path FET College
04.2001 -
First National Bank Home Loans JHB
08.1996 - 09.2003
Instrumentation Mechanic - undefined
Petro SA School of Excellence
Senior Certificate-Full Exemption - Afrikaans, English, Biology, Mathematics, Physical Science, Geography
Sao Bras Secondary School
PERSONAL DETAILS
- Surname: Jacobs
- First Names: Craig Barry
- I.D. Number: 780410 5165 086
- Residential Address: 924 Bergendal Villas, Paarl (Western Cape), 7646
- Telephone Number: 082 593 1323
- Marital Status: Married
- Drivers Licence: Code 8
- State of Health: Excellent
- E-mail: crgbrryjcbs@gmail.com
- Dependants: Three
- Nationality: South African