Instrumentation Technician - Days Only

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Wakefield is looking for an Instrumentation Technician. You will perform maintenance and calibration on instrumentation, support project delivery, and ensure documentation accuracy. The role requires a strong understanding of control systems and electrical qualifications. Enjoy competitive pay, overtime rates, and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Above average pension contribution

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of electricity at work regulations.
• Experience with BS EN 61508 / BS EN 61511 and BS60079 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and fault-finding on various instruments.
• Maintain and troubleshoot SCADA/DCS/PLC systems.
• Isolate and immobilize plant safely in accordance with LOTO procedures.

Skills

Understanding of instrumentation principles and control systems

Proficient in MS Office and CMMS platforms

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Self-motivated and data-driven

IPAF certification (or willingness to train)

Education

Level 3 Electrical Qualification or equivalent

Completed full electrical apprenticeship

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:
  • Pressure gauges
  • Flow meters
  • Temperature sensors
  • Level transmitters
  • Actuators and control valves
  • 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 call out in 4 weeks (rarely called out)
• Salary: competitive
• Overtime rates
• Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays
• Above average pension contribution
• Life Assurance