Chemical Instrumentation Technician

VerifyUs; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

VerifyUs in Southampton, United Kingdom, is seeking an Instrument Maintenance Technician to join a global technology company driving energy innovation in a chemical manufacturing environment.

You will perform planned and breakdown maintenance, support installations, supervise contractors, and uphold safety. A recognised apprenticeship (ONC/HNC) with five years in refinery/chemical settings is required, along with strong communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years in refinery/chemical industries.
• Able to work in hazardous area equipment.
• Recognised apprenticeship or technical qualification (ONC, HNC).
• Strong communication and teamwork; proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and breakdown instrument maintenance.
• Support project installations, commissioning and drawings review.
• Assist or supervise contractors and service personnel.
• Execute critical repairs and inspections safely and efficiently.
• Procure and maintain materials, equipment and tools.
• Liaise with instrument, electrical and other engineers.
• Participate in audits and safety initiatives; promote safe practices.

Skills

Five years refinery/chemical exp

Strong communication & teamwork

Proactive attitude

Hazardous area equipment approval

Education

ONC / HNC apprenticeship or technical qualification

Job description

Join a global technology company driving energy innovation and sustainability. This role involves working in a chemical manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned and breakdown instrument maintenance.
• Support project installations, commissioning, and drawings review.
• Assist or supervise contractors and service personnel.
• Execute critical repairs and inspections safely and efficiently.
• Procure and maintain materials, equipment, and tools.
• Liaise with instrument, electrical, and other specialist engineers.
• Participate in audits, safety initiatives, and develop safe working practices.

Key Skills

• Recognised apprenticeship or technical qualification (ONC, HNC)
• Minimum Five years of experience in refinery, chemical, or related industries.
• Approved to work on hazardous area equipment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, proactive attitude.