Fiji Pine Group Fiji Pine Group

Instrument Fitter

Job Description

Fiji Pine Group (FPG) is a state-owned forestry and wood-processing organisation in Fiji, responsible for the sustainable management of the country’s pine plantation resources. The Group is involved in plantation establishment, harvesting, timber processing, and the supply of wood products for local and export markets. Through its various subsidiary companies, Fiji Pine Group (FPG) plays a key role in supporting rural employment, landowner participation, and the long-term development of Fiji’s forestry sector while promoting sustainable and responsible forest management.

The Instrument Fitter ensures that all plants and equipment’s are in functioning order. The role will be responsible in carrying out tasks as designated by superiors to effectively and efficiently meet the operational requirement of instrumentation department. This role will report to the Tradesman.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Competent Comprehensive Instrumentation Maintenance
  • Implementation and oversight of preventative maintenance programs ensured at all times to proactively address potential system breakdowns.
    • Developed scheduled and checklists for regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
    • Documented maintenance activities and update records to track equipment performance and reliability.
  • Robust inspections, component replacements, and circuit troubleshooting successfully coordinated for optimal system functionality.
    • Utilized diagnostic tools and techniques to identify potential issues before they escalate.
    • Coordinated with maintenance teams to procure necessary replacement parts and materials in a timely manner.
2. Instrument Fitting and Installation ensured at all times
  • Wide range of instrument fitting duties performed with precision and expertise, including installation, removal, repair, and maintenance tasks.
    • Utilized advanced techniques and equipment for precise fitting and alignment of instruments and ancillary equipment.
    • Followed engineering drawings and specifications to ensure accurate installation and alignment of instruments.
  • Proficiency successfully demonstrated in the use of hand tools for bench fittings, tube bending, and other associated tasks.
    • Maintained tools and equipment in optimal condition through regular inspection, calibration, and maintenance.
    • Trained and mentored junior technicians on proper tool usage and techniques for instrument fitting tasks.
3. Monitored and Maintained Compliance and Safety Assurance
  • Technical diagrams, blueprints, and engineering specifications facilitated to ensure accurate installations and repairs.
    • Ensured compliance with design standards and specifications during installation and maintenance activities.
    • Verified installations to meet regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
  • Adhere to safety protocols and standards to prevent hazards during installation, maintenance, and testing procedures.
    • Risk assessments and safety measures successfully implemented to mitigate potential hazards in the workplace.
    • Safety training programs and initiatives successfully coordinated to promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance.

Attentive adherence to housekeeping standards and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations

  • Monitored and maintained work areas to assist in minimizing hazards and improve efficiency.
    • Waste materials and hazardous substances properly disposed according to established procedures and regulations..
    • Personal protective equipment (PPE) used efficiently and followed safety protocols when working with hazardous materials or in high-risk environments.
4. Proficiency Testing and Troubleshooting ensured
  • Efficient utilization of variety of test equipment and associated software for accurate testing and troubleshooting of instrumentation systems.
    • Test equipment calibrated and verified accuracy to ensure reliable testing results.
    • Interpret test data and troubleshoot issues to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
  • Comprehensive troubleshooting successfully ensured using appropriate testing devices to identify and rectify malfunctions.
    • Functional tests coordinated to verify the proper operation of instruments and associated systems after repairs or installations.
    • Collaborated with engineers and other stakeholders to develop troubleshooting strategies for complex issues.
5. Emergency Services and Flexibility successfully coordinated
  • Efficient responsiveness to emergencies and urgent maintenance requests ensured, collaborating with response teams to minimize downtime.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing work demands, assisting with special projects or assignments as needed.
  • Competent communication with supervisors and team members to coordinate work activities and ensure smooth operations

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence Description
Business
Risk Management Analyse and manage risk.
Systems and Procedures Develop and/or apply procedures to assist the organisation achieve its goals.
Information Analysis Make informed decisions by collecting and interpreting data and information
Customer
Customer Commitment Demonstrate a commitment to customer service - both internal and external customers.
Relationship Building Build beneficial relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
Quality Focus Deliver quality.
Social and Cultural Awareness Respond respectfully and effectively to people of different cultural and social backgrounds.
People
Team Orientation Work in a team towards a common aim.
Facilitation Assist the progress of work ensuring its timely and effective completion.
Problem Solving Develop practical solutions to a situation.
Innovation Use original and creative thinking to make improvements and/or develop and initiate new approaches.
Learning Develop the competencies of self and others to enhance performance.
Professional
Technical Strength Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Technology Application Apply technology.
Operational
Equipment Operation Control the operation of specialised equipment, plant or vehicles to satisfy the demands of the assignment.
Maintenance Monitor and/or maintain equipment, plant or vehicles in sound operating order.
Health and Safety Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
Environment Establish and maintain an environmentally friendly organisation

Qualifications

Qualification Discipline Notes
Preferred
Certificate Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering relevant field with 3 years of experience.

Work Knowledge and Experience

  1. Must have industrial and cogeneration plant knowledge.
  2. Good knowledge of various test equipment
  3. Completion of instrumentation & electronics apprenticeship will be an added advantage.
  4. Deep electronic system, power generation, blueprints and maintenance and repair knowledge.
  5. Sound knowledge in PLC and DCS control systems
  6. Good communication skills (both written and oral).
  7. Positive attitude and team player.
  8. Flexible attitude towards working hours.
  9. Able to work under minimum supervision and delivering work/projects within tight deadlines.
  10. Must develop a sense of organizational ownership by effectively measuring how each project contributes to the strategic objectives of the organization planning of activities well in advance; prioritizing, organizing and scheduling events, activities and resources so that work is completed in full, on time and efficiently.

Interactions

Interaction Comments
Internal
All departments of Pine Group of Companies
External
Contractors & Local Electrical Authority

Attributes

Attribute Definition
Behavioural Styles
Detail oriented Attends to the small elements of a task/activity, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
Punctuality Completes a required task or fulfills an obligation before or at a previously designated time
Reliable Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Interpersonal Styles
Perceptive Shows keen insight and understanding of issues or situations.
Realistic Shows concern for facts and reality, rejecting the impractical.
Team Oriented Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Thinking Styles
Decisive Reaches conclusions, promptly and firmly.
Disciplined/Systematic Is controlled in conduct, shows an orderly pattern of behaviour, following a methodical and thorough approach.
Well organised Controls tasks in a well thought out and critical manner.


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Lautoka, Fiji

Location

21 Aug 2026

Date Posted

14 days to go

Closing Date

N/A

Salary

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