Instrumentation & Control Technician

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the refining industry located in Swansea is seeking an Instrumentation & Control Technician. The role involves maintaining electrical systems, responding to plant issues, and training apprentices. Successful candidates will have a recognized apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering and ideally 5 years of industry experience. Benefits include a salary between £36,612 and £38,764, overtime, and a robust training program.

Benefits

Overtime at x1.75 premium rate

Annual company bonus

Full training and long-term career development

Support from dedicated recruitment team

Qualifications

• Ideally 5 years relevant industry experience in heavy industry or refining.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Ability to work shifts and respond to call-ins when required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and emergency electrical and instrumentation maintenance tasks safely.
• Respond promptly to plant breakdowns to minimize production downtime.
• Support the training and guidance of apprentices within the team.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Troubleshooting

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering

HNC qualification

Tools

SAP Maintenance Systems

Job description

About this job

Instrumentation & Control Technician – The Mond Nickel Refinery, Swansea. £36,612 to £38,764 per year, plus overtime, annual bonus, pension.

Contract Type: Contract

Hours: Full time, Monday with flexible Friday, 12‑month fixed term.

Disability Confident: Yes

Closing Date: 21/12/2025

• Friday (flexible) – 37.5 hours with potential to move onto shift work (shift allowance £5,259 per annum pro rata). Full training and long‑term career development.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine and emergency electrical and instrumentation maintenance tasks safely and effectively.
• Respond promptly to plant breakdowns to minimise production downtime.
• Liaise with the CIE Coordinator regarding technical issues, progress updates, and job completion.
• Accurately record maintenance work and time in SAP, including follow‑up actions.
• Work effectively across departments to achieve production and organisational goals.
• Support the training and guidance of apprentices within the team.
• Engage in continuous improvement, 5S practices, and problem‑solving activities.
• Attend regular safety updates, toolbox talks, and departmental meetings.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship in Electrical/Instrumentation Engineering.
• Ideally 5 years relevant industry experience (preferably within heavy industry or refining). Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills in electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Strong electrical fault‑finding knowledge is essential.
• Ability to work shifts and respond to call‑ins when required.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Commitment to safe working practices and environmental standards.
• Preferred: HNC qualification and experience using maintenance systems such as SAP.

What We Offer

Base salary: £36,612 rising to £38,764 upon competency sign‑off.

Overtime paid at x
1.75 premium rate.

Annual company bonus.

Shift allowance as above.

Full training and long‑term career development.

Support from Acorn's dedicated Swansea recruitment team.

Apply

Interested? Apply now or contact the Acorn by Synergie Swansea branch for more information.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.