Lead Instrumentation Technician – Reliability & Downtime Focus

Precision Instrumentation and Radiation Pty Ltd; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration aligned with|

Overtime opportunities

Specialist instrumentation tooling

Long-term career development & on-site

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Precision Instrumentation and Radiation Pty Ltd in Singleton, NSW is seeking a Leading Hand – Instrumentation Technician to coordinate and supervise instrumentation maintenance, fault-finding, calibrations and shutdown execution on heavy industry assets.

You will lead technicians, ensure QA/traceability, and support long-term reliability while maintaining compliance with WHS and radiation requirements on site.

Qualifications

• Dual-trade electrician and instrumentation experience in CHPP or heavy industry required.
• EEHA accreditation and radiation licensing required for on-site work.
• Strong focus on safety, compliance and quality work history.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise multiple technicians on site.
• Experience with calibration and diagnostic instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Supervise technicians and ensure QA/traceability.
• Coordinate shutdown planning and execution.
• Ensure safety and permit compliance.
• Maintain calibration records and reports.
• Liaise with client operations and line management.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance planning

Safety awareness

Communications

Problem solving

Education

Dual Trade Qualification – Electrical & Instrumentation

EEHA accreditation (Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas)

NSW Electrical Worker’s Licence

Certificate III/IV in Instrumentation and Control

NSW EPA Radiation User Licence

Job description

Precision Instrumentation and Radiation Pty Ltd in Singleton, NSW is seeking a Leading Hand – Instrumentation Technician to coordinate and supervise instrumentation maintenance, fault-finding, calibrations and shutdown execution on heavy industry assets.

You will lead technicians, ensure QA/traceability, and support long-term reliability while maintaining compliance with WHS and radiation requirements on site.