Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician in Knaresborough

Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician in Knaresborough

Knaresborough Full-Time 40500 - 49500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Troubleshoot and maintain electrical control systems in a dynamic energy environment.
  • Company: Join a leading Energy from Waste company in the UK.
  • Benefits: Earn up to £48,000 plus bonuses and enjoy great progression opportunities.
  • Other info: Be part of a supportive team focused on safety and quality.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in sustainable energy while developing your technical skills.
  • Qualifications: Apprentice trained with experience in heavy industrial settings.

The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.

Astute's Power team is partnering with a leading Energy from Waste company in the UK to recruit an Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician for its site in North Yorkshire.

The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £48,000 and a bonus.

If you are an apprentice trained EC&I Technician with experience on heavy industrial sites and looking to work then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician role

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will

  • Perform fault finding and rectification on electrical, control, and instrumentation equipment.
  • Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance tasks to the highest standards.
  • Manage a delegated plant area, including planned outages and scheduled maintenance activities.
  • Ensure all client specifications and requirements are consistently met and maintained.
  • Assist in planned outages and shutdown activities, supporting the maintenance team's objectives.
  • Report maintenance issues promptly through line management to ensure timely resolution.
  • Accurately complete maintenance documentation using the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Support the Lead EC&I Engineer with ordering and managing critical spares inventory.
  • Participate actively in team briefings, toolbox talks, and continuous safety meetings.
  • Adhere strictly to site safety rules and health, safety, quality, and environmental policies at all times.
  • Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following

  • Recognised Electrical Engineering apprenticeship to NVQ Level3 or equivalent (Electrical HNC desirable).
  • Proven experience in fault finding and calibration of instrumentation (level, temperature, pressure, flow) and control systems including DCS, SCADA, and PLCs.
  • Skilled in working with control panels, wiring standards, motors, switchgear, variable speed drives, and circuit breakers.
  • Ability to read and interpret EC&I drawings, documents, and work safely under permit-to-work systems and risk assessments.
  • Experience working in fast-paced environments, managing planned and reactive maintenance to tight deadlines.
  • Personal skills
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and fixing issues.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with the team and clients.

Salary and benefits of the EC&I Technician role

  • Starting salary of up to £48,000.
  • Benefits package including bonus of up to 5%.
  • Progression opportunities.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation.

We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.

Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.

We endeavor to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician in Knaresborough employer: Astute People

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Contact Details:

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We think you need these skills to ace Electrical Controls and Instrumentation Technician in Knaresborough

Fault Finding
Calibration of Instrumentation
Control Systems (DCS, SCADA, PLCs)
Electrical Engineering Apprenticeship (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM)
Reactive Maintenance
EC&I Drawings Interpretation