Instrumentation Technician - Days Only

A great opportunity has arisen for an Instrumentation Technician to join a leading manufacturing company.

Job Description:

Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and fault-finding on:

• Pressure gauges
• Flow meters
• Temperature sensors
• Level transmitters
• Actuators and control valves
• Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA/DCS/PLC systems and hard-wired control loops
• Conduct functional testing of process control systems and proof testing of safety instrumented systems
• Support the commissioning and integration of new instrumentation and control systems
• Ensure accurate documentation of all instrumentation assets using the company CMMS

Electrical Systems:

• Maintain site electrical distribution systems (415V 3-phase, 110V & 240V)
• Read and interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings, specifications, and manuals
• Maintain site electrical circuit and layout diagrams

General Duties:

• Isolate and immobilise plant safely in accordance with LOTO procedures
• Perform risk assessments for routine and non-routine tasks
• Participate in a 24/7 shift rota and a 1-in-4 weekly on-call schedule
• Support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives
• Share technical knowledge and contribute to team training

Beneficial Skills / Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of instrumentation principles and control systems
• Proficient in MS Office and CMMS platforms
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and data-driven
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification and/or completed full electrical apprenticeship
• IPAF certification (or willingness to train)
• Working knowledge of:
  • Electricity at Work Regulations
  • BS EN 61508 / BS EN 61511 (advantageous)
  • BS60079 (advantageous)

Additional Information:

• Days only - 39 hours - 1 call out in 4 weeks (rarely called out)
• Salary: competitive
• Overtime rates
• Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays
• Above average pension contribution
• Life Assurance