Instrument Technician

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Instrument Technician

Join a dynamic team where you will play a key role in maintaining and servicing critical instrumentation equipment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Instrument Technician to contribute to a high-performing maintenance team, ensuring the smooth operation of process control systems in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance checks, scheduling, and recording tasks.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and repair instrumentation faults efficiently.
• Service and calibrate a range of process control instrumentation, including transmitters, controllers, and analysers.
• Support vendor-specified maintenance activities.
• Maintain site services and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Respond to breakdowns and provide advice outside of normal working hours when required.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assist other technicians and operational staff, demonstrating an understanding of process, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems.
• Carry out equipment isolations according to permit requirements for safe maintenance.
• Provide support during the installation and commissioning of new facilities.
• Work alongside specialist vendor engineers and assist in ensuring maintenance is completed to high standards.
• Supervise and liaise with contractors to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and equipment advancements through training and supplier engagement.

Qualifications & Experience

• 4-5 years of maintenance experience with instrumentation and electrical systems.
• Recognised instrument qualification (Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of electrical systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a technically challenging and rewarding role.
• Gain hands-on experience with advanced instrumentation technologies.
• Be part of a safety-focused and professional team.

If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!