Instrumentation Technician

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas industry is seeking a skilled Instrument Technician for contract work in Liverpool. The role involves installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation systems. Candidates must have proven experience in similar environments and a strong commitment to safety. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile projects with competitive pay.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Opportunity to work on high-profile projects

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within oil & gas or petrochemical plant environments.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation systems and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with commissioning and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of instruments.
• Support commissioning, loop checks, and functional testing.
• Complete technical documentation accurately and on time.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Instrumentation systems

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Job description

Job Description

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Instrument Technician to join our team on a contract basis. This role will support field operations within an oil & gas or petrochemical plant environment, contributing to commissioning, maintenance, and operational readiness of instrumentation systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform installation, calibration, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation and control systems
2. Support field operations, including commissioning, loop checks, and functional testing
3. Troubleshoot and resolve faults on a wide range of field instruments
4. Complete all relevant technical documentation and site paperwork accurately and on time
5. Ensure compliance with site safety procedures, industry standards, and hazardous area regulations
6. Assist with shutdowns, start-ups, and other time-critical site activities

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar role within oil & gas or petrochemical plant environments
• Strong understanding of instrumentation systems, loop drawings, and control systems
• Hands-on experience with field commissioning, loop checks, and instrument diagnostics
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to safety

Desirable:

• CompEx certification (Hazardous Area Equipment) - but not essential
• Familiarity with industry-standard documentation and QA/QC processes

What We Offer:

• Competitive day rate with weekly pay
• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects in a safety-critical industry
• Supportive team environment and professional development opportunities

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To find out more about Progressive, please visit Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP, acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Registered office: 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom. Partnership Number: OC(phone number removed).