Instrument Supervisor

Job Description

• Supervise and lead the instrumentation team in performing preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance on plant instrumentation and control systems.
• Plan, assign, and monitor daily maintenance tasks related to field instruments (pressure, flow, level, temperature sensors), analyzers (pH, ORP, DO), actuated valves, and control panels.
• Ensure all instrumentation is calibrated, tested, and maintained in accordance with OEM specifications and plant standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with PLCs, SCADA systems, and process automation devices.
• Review maintenance reports, calibration logs, loop diagrams, and system schematics.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) procedures during maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with electrical, mechanical, and operations teams for integrated plant maintenance.
• Assist in installation, commissioning, and upgrading of instrumentation systems and automation projects.
• Identify spare part requirements, manage inventory, and initiate procurement of essential tools and components.
• Train and mentor junior technicians and foremen in instrumentation best practices.
• Report maintenance performance, issues, and improvement recommendations to the Maintenance Manager or Instrumentation Engineer.
• Education : Diploma or Degree in Instrumentation, Electronics, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience : Minimum 6–10 years of experience in instrumentation maintenance, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role, preferably in sewage or water treatment plants.
• Technical Skills : In-depth knowledge of field instrumentation and process control systems. Proficiency in reading and interpreting P&IDs, loop diagrams, and technical manuals. Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA / DCS systems, and industrial automation. Skilled in calibration, signal testing, and diagnostics of instruments.