Instrumentation Technician - Days Only

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Wakefield is seeking an Instrumentation Technician. The role involves routine calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of process instrumentation as well as support for the commissioning of new systems. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of control systems and relevant qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits including 25 days of vacation and a good pension contribution are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Competitive salary

Above-average pension contribution

Life Assurance

Overtime rates

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of instrumentation principles and control systems.
• Experience in routine calibration and maintenance.
• Self-motivated and data-driven.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and fault-finding on process instrumentation.
• Ensure accurate documentation of instrumentation assets.
• Isolate and immobilise plant safely in accordance with LOTO procedures.

Skills

Instrumentation principles

Control systems

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Data-driven mindset

Education

Level 3 Electrical Qualification

Completed full electrical apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS platforms

SCADA/DCS/PLC systems

Job description

Overview

A great opportunity has arisen for an Instrumentation Technician to join a leading manufacturing company.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and fault-finding on process instrumentation
• Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA/DCS/PLC systems and hard-wired control loops
• Conduct functional testing of process control systems and proof testing of safety instrumented systems
• Support the commissioning and integration of new instrumentation and control systems
• Ensure accurate documentation of all instrumentation assets using the company CMMS

Electrical Systems

• Maintain site electrical distribution systems (415V 3-phase, 110V & 240V)
• Read and interpret electrical and instrumentation drawings, specifications, and manuals
• Maintain site electrical circuit and layout diagrams

General Duties

• Isolate and immobilise plant safely in accordance with LOTO procedures
• Perform risk assessments for routine and non-routine tasks
• Participate in a 24/7 shift rota and a 1-in-4 weekly on-call schedule
• Support project delivery and continuous improvement initiatives
• Share technical knowledge and contribute to team training

Beneficial Skills / Qualifications

• Strong understanding of instrumentation principles and control systems
• Proficient in MS Office and CMMS platforms
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and data-driven
• Level 3 Electrical Qualification and/or completed full electrical apprenticeship
• IPAF certification (or willingness to train)
• Working knowledge of: Electricity at Work Regulations
• BS EN 61508 / BS EN 61511 (advantageous)
• BS60079 (advantageous)

Additional Information

• Days only – 39 hours – 1 on-call in 4 weeks (rarely required)
• Salary: competitive
• Overtime rates
• Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays
• Above-average pension contribution
• Life Assurance