Part-Time Gas Detection & Instrumentation Service Engineer

International Moisture Analysers Ltd; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Gas Detection / Instrumentation Service Engineer for part-time work with flexible hours. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in gas detection and instrumentation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. This role offers competitive pay, a company vehicle or allowance, and the opportunity for ongoing training and professional development.

Benefits

Company vehicle allowance

20 days holiday pro rata

Health cash plan

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in gas detection, instrumentation, or closely related electronic/electrical service engineering.
• Strong understanding of sensors and transmitters.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service gas detection and instrumentation systems.
• Carry out maintenance, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers.

Skills

Gas detection experience

Instrumentation skills

Technical drawing interpretation

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Qualifications in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Location: UK-wide with occasional travel

Employment Type: Part-Time (Flexible but with minimum 80hrs per month)

Salary: Competitive (experience-based) + Company Vehicle/Allowance + Benefits

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Gas Detection / Instrumentation Service Engineer to join our team on a part-time basis. This role is ideal for a skilled engineer looking for flexibility while continuing to apply their expertise in the installation, calibration, and maintenance of gas detection / instrumentation systems across industrial and commercial environments.

You will work independently, delivering high-quality service to our customers while supporting ongoing service commitments.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and service gas detection and instrumentation systems.
• Carry out scheduled maintenance, calibration, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Diagnose and repair faults to minimise equipment downtime.
• Provide technical advice and support to customers where required.
• Complete service documentation, calibration certificates, and reports accurately and promptly.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Represent the company professionally on client sites.
• Support the wider business and be flexible enough to undertake other activities to support a growing small business

Requirements

Essential:

• Proven experience in gas detection, instrumentation, or closely related electronic/electrical service engineering.
• Strong understanding of sensors, transmitters, Industrial/Measurement Instrumentation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Good organisation and time-management skills suitable for part-time work.

Desirable:

• Qualifications in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Electronic Engineering (HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Experience in industrial, oil & gas, utilities, or manufacturing settings.
• COMPEX, ATEX, ECS/CSCS, or similar certification.

What We Offer

• Part-time hours with flexible working options.
• Competitive pay and potential overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle or mileage allowance (depending on arrangement).
• Ongoing training and professional development if desired.
• 20 days holiday pro rata + bank holidays.
• health cash plan
• Varied field-based work.