Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance Tech (ATEX)

Argent Energy Limited; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biodiesel producer in the UK is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to ensure high standards of maintenance and safety across production units. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Chemical/Oil & Gas Industry, as well as relevant qualifications such as an industry-recognized apprenticeship and COMPEX training. Responsibilities include executing preventative maintenance, monitoring CMMS, and ensuring regulatory compliance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including holidays, employee assistance programs, and enhanced sick pay.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Medicash

Enhanced Company Sick Pay

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Company pension scheme

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Post apprenticeship experience in the Chemical/Oil & Gas Industry.
• Competent at interpreting electrical diagrams/schematics.
• Knowledge and experience with process control instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned/preventative maintenance on Electrical and Instrumentation hardware.
• Monitor the CMMS (Ultimo) for job completion.
• Ensure compliance with electrical regulations.

Skills

Electrical/Instrumentation Technician experience

Maintenance of ATEX systems

Competent on LV equipment

Fault finding in LV motors

Knowledge of HV switchgear

Interpreting electrical diagrams

Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regs 1989

Process control instrumentation

Knowledge of DCS, PLC, SCADA

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Industry recognised Apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering

COMPEX trained Ex 1-4 (Gas & Vapours)

Job description

A leading biodiesel producer in the UK is seeking an Electrical/Instrumentation Technician to ensure high standards of maintenance and safety across production units. The ideal candidate will have experience in the Chemical/Oil & Gas Industry, as well as relevant qualifications such as an industry-recognized apprenticeship and COMPEX training. Responsibilities include executing preventative maintenance, monitoring CMMS, and ensuring regulatory compliance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including holidays, employee assistance programs, and enhanced sick pay.