proactively enhancing and optimising these systems thereby improving Quality and/or efficiency of processes.
Competence Requirements
3 year tertiary engineering qualification.
Minimum 3 years’ experience in control and automation.
Knowledge of ABinbev policies and procedures.
Understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems and IS methodologies.
Financial planning and control
Knowledge of project methodology
Knowledge of ISA S88 principles
Specialised knowledge of Instrument and Control calibrations, configurations, maintenance, fault finding, installation
Understanding of standards, documentation standards and instrumentation protocols.
In-depth knowledge of Siemens and Modicon PLC hardware.
In-depth knowledge in Concept, Siemens and Unity programming ability.
In-dept knowledge of PLC network topology including Modbus/Modbus plus/ Profibus DP/PA/ EthernetIP/ASI
Working knowledge of wireless control networks and LAN
Working knowledge of Ethernet, Network devices and servers
Indepth knowledge of Wonderware’s Archestra factory suite, Historian and InTouch SCADA, TopServer, RS Batch and
scripting.
Good knowledge of Microsoft database management systems and SQL queries.
Good knowledge of reporting systems, specifically flow
Working knowledge of hyper V, ability to troubleshoot and navigate
Good knowledge of manufacturing server maintenance.
Effective fault finding and problem solving skills.
Team player with outstanding interpersonal skills.
Enquiring and analytical thinking ability.
A self-starter with high energy and a bias for action.
In-depth knowledge of the brewing, utilities and packaging process
Ability to effectively manage vendors.
Deadline driven
Works well under pressure
Output and Accountabilities
Ensuring the integrity and reliability of production systems software and hardware from PLC devices to ERP system.
Development and maintenance of all systems components documentation as well as integrity thereof.
Coach, guide and assist with training of all production and manufacturing systems employees. Assist with ensuring that
the system architecture environment remains aligned with the regional manufacturing systems standards and beer
division standards.
Improvement of software maintenance and fault finding knowledge within Production.
Support change management process.
Assist with front-line support of production systems (including outside of normal working hours).
Ensuring systems “Up Time” through liaison with users.
Scoping and controlling system changes by agreeing changes with users and user then training /coaching on new system
functionality.
Managing process control standards, by ensuring that process/data integrity is aligned with divisional and regional risk
management policy.
Optimising Process Performance, through appropriate Problem Solving Techniques in order to improve performance.
Support the management of server health via implementation of good operating practices from global
Facilitation, implementation and project management of automation and control systems projects to satisfy the
requirements of production within budget and timelines. Identify and motivate technical CAPIN justification.
Additional Information
AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer and all appointments will be made in line with AB InBev employment equity
plan and talent requirements.
The advert has minimum requirements listed. Management reserves the right to use additional/ relevant information as
criteria for short-listing.
Band: VII-A
Closing Date: 29 November 2019
Location
Chamdor Production
Country
South Africa
City
Krugersdorp