Onsite Electronics & Instrumentation Technician (12-Month)

Randstad Construction & Property; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an Electronics and Instrumentation Technician in Peterborough for a 12-month contract onsite. The role focuses on calibration, maintenance and breakdown repairs across precision instrumentation and control systems, with TPM routines and project support.

You will read schematics, assemble and wire instrumentation panels, and contribute across electronics, instrumentation, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Apprenticeship (Electrical/Electronics bias) OR strong hands-on industry experience.
• An HNC is a plus, but practical capability is key.
• Experience with calibration, panel building/wiring, and test facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibration, maintenance, and breakdown repairs on precision instrumentation and control systems.
• Assemble, wire, and upgrade instrumentation panels to specified standards.
• Execute Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) routines and carry out electronic troubleshooting.
• Read and interpret schematics, technical drawings, and wiring diagrams.
• Assist with the setup and hands-on execution of ongoing facility projects.
• Use basic Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and tracking work progress.

Skills

Wiring standards

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Education

Level 3 Apprenticeship (Electrical/Electronics bias)

HNC (desirable)

Tools

Calibration tools

Panel wiring

Test facilities

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking an Electronics and Instrumentation Technician in Peterborough for a 12-month contract onsite. The role focuses on calibration, maintenance and breakdown repairs across precision instrumentation and control systems, with TPM routines and project support.

You will read schematics, assemble and wire instrumentation panels, and contribute across electronics, instrumentation, and maintenance.