Instrumentation & Electrical Technician

  • Alton
  • Permanent
  • Thu Nov 6 15:33:24 2025
  • 28472

***INSTRUMENTATION & ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN***
We are delighted to be recruiting a skilled, proactive and professional Instrumentation & Electrical Technician to join our Hampshire based clients. Working as part of their maintenance team, supporting the smooth operation of production and gas plant facilities across their sites. You’ll play a key role in ensuring critical instrumentation, control, and electrical systems operate safely, efficiently, and reliably therefore helping to keep the plant running smoothly 24/7.
An excellent package is on offer in line with industry standards and experience plus excellent benefits including,
Call outs are paid at 5 hours base rate plus minimum of 5 hours at x 1.5 base rate (Monday to Friday) or x 2.0 base rate for weekends and Bank Holidays.
25 days holiday allowance, 10% Company pension contribution, group life assurance 8 x salary, group income protection, Gym Allowance £600/year
Key responsibilities for the Instrumentation & Electrical Technician include,

  • Carrying out routine and non-routine maintenance on a wide range of process control and electrical equipment
  • Servicing and calibrating instrumentation such as transmitters, controllers, and analysers
  • Supporting vendor maintenance activities and assisting during installation and commissioning of new facilities
  • Performing equipment isolations and ensuring all maintenance is completed safely and in line with procedures
  • Liaising with contractors, vendors, and colleagues to ensure maintenance tasks meet the highest standards
  • Participating in a 24-hour call-out rota, providing technical support for plant breakdowns
  • Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards and promoting a safe working environment

The ideal Instrumentation & Electrical Technician will need the following,

  • 4–5 years’ hands-on maintenance experience in instrumentation and/or electrical systems, ideally in the chemicals, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, energy, or process industries
  • Qualifications: Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (Instrumentation or Electrical), with solid understanding of both disciplines
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Proactive and able to prioritise tasks effectively
  • Confident working independently and as part of a multi-skilled team
  • IT literate, with a diligent and reliable approach
  • Familiarity with oil & gas operations or hazardous area working would be advantageous
  • Flexibility as some weekend, evening, and bank holiday work will be required as part of a call-out rota
  • Full UK driving licence and own vehicle essential

Why Join?

  • Be part of a trusted and forward-thinking company with strong values in safety, teamwork, and technical excellence
  • Enjoy a varied and hands-on role with scope for learning and professional growth
  • Competitive salary, call-out payments, and opportunities for overtime
  • Work alongside skilled engineers and technicians on key energy infrastructure

Hours Monday - Friday 7.30am-4.30pm.