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Work environment
Process Control Technicians work in the manufacturing industry and work settings include offices, laboratories, workshops, factories and/or plants.
Process Control Technicians are typically required to work on a full-time basis. This may include morning, afternoon and night shifts.
Occupation data
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as a Process Control Technician, a qualification at MQF Level 4 or higher in an area related to the production processes of that particular factory or plant would typically be required. Training programmes include:
• Advanced Diploma in Manufacturing (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Advanced Diploma in Food Technology (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Process Control Technicians are expected to have:
• Knowledge of time and motion
• An understanding of all production and/or
operational processes and procedures
• An understanding of the machinery and equipment used for production and/or
operational processes
• An understanding of maintenance and repair
processes
• An understanding of quality systems
• Knowledge of Mathematics and Physics
• Technical skills
• Observational skills
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Written communication skills in Maltese and/
or English
• Numeracy skills
• IT skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Analytical, problem solving and decision
making skills
• Time management skills and the ability to
work under pressure
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
Number of employees (2017)
399
Share of foreigners (2017)
13%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+22%
Median Pay (per annum)
€19,400
• Advanced Diploma in (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
• Advanced Diploma for
Applied Science
Polymer Process Technicians (MCAST) (MQF Level 4)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
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