Johannes Mabiletsa Kharaka
Instrument Technician
Germiston
Summary
Experienced and detail-oriented Instrument Technician with over 17 years of hands-on experience in installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of field instrumentation and control systems in industrial environments. Proficient in interpreting P&IDs, loop drawings, and technical manuals. Strong background in safety procedures, plant operations, and process control systems. Committed to ensuring minimal downtime and maximizing plant efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Instrument Technician
Innovative water care SA holdings
10.2016 - Current
- Calibrate and maintain pressure, temperature, flow, and level transmitters.
- Perform loop checks and support commissioning of newly installed instruments.
- Troubleshoot field devices and control system issues, reducing downtime by 15%.
- PLC & SCADA Programming and Fault finding
- Knowledge and understanding of electrical schematics
- Maintain documentation of maintenance activities and test results.
- Electrical panel design and fault findig(from 24vdc up to 400dc)
- HMI programming and fault finding
- Work closely with engineering teams to implement control system upgrades.
- Maintain repair and build Videojet 1000 series
- Install, Programme and Setup Cameras
- Install and setup Variable Speed Drives
- Understanding of current work Health and Safety policies
- Good communication skills
Junior Instrument Technician
DB Hennessy Electrical
06.2009 - 10.2016
- Assisted with installation and maintenance of field instruments across the plant.
- Supported senior technicians in DCS and PLC troubleshooting.
- Conducted inspections and routine checks on instrumentation cables and enclosures.
- Ensured all work adhered to health, safety, and environmental policies.
Education
NTC 6 - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Ekurhuleni West Campus( EWC)
Germiston 01.2012
Instrument Mechanician Trade Test (Red Seal) - Industrial Automation
Indlela Olifantsfontein trade test center
Olifantsfontein 01.2009
Mechanical Fitting NQF Level 4 - Mechanical Engineering
Trainrite(Chieta)
Kempton Park 01.2004
Skills
Instrument Calibration & Testing
Fault Finding & Repairs
Preventative & Corrective Maintenance
PLC & DCS Interface Support
Loop Checking & Commissioning
SCADA & Control Systems
Technical Drawings Interpretation (P&IDs, Loop Diagrams)
Compliance with ISO & OHS Standards
Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) – 2022
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Instrument Technician
Innovative water care SA holdings
10.2016 - Current
Junior Instrument Technician
DB Hennessy Electrical
06.2009 - 10.2016
NTC 6 - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Ekurhuleni West Campus( EWC)
Instrument Mechanician Trade Test (Red Seal) - Industrial Automation
Indlela Olifantsfontein trade test center
Mechanical Fitting NQF Level 4 - Mechanical Engineering
Trainrite(Chieta)