At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and optimise essential systems in a fast-paced chemical manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join a leading chemical manufacturing operation with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Ongoing contract, overtime opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the chemical sector while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Time-served E&I Technician with CompEx 1–4 certification and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 36000 - 44000 £ per year.
This range is provided by DCS Engineering. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Location: County Durham
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, weekdays + overtime available
About the Role
We’re looking for a skilled Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to join a leading chemical manufacturing operation on an ongoing contract. You’ll play a vital role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising essential systems across a multi-floor, fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Calibration, installation, and fault-finding on a range of instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, level, analytical).
- Working with HART communication systems and ensuring compliance with ATEX standards (CompEx 1–4 essential).
- Maintenance and repair of motors and starters (DOL, Star/Delta, VSD).
- Hands-on work with electrical distribution systems up to 415V.
- Upholding site safety standards and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.
About You
- Time-served E&I Technician with experience in the chemical, process, or related industries.
- Strong expertise in either instrumentation or electrical systems (multi-skilled preferred).
- CompEx 1–4 certified and fully compliant with ATEX regulations.
- Physically fit and confident working at heights in a multi-floor plant environment.
- A proactive, safety-first mindset with strong problem-solving skills.
What’s on Offer
- Ongoing contract with overtime available.
- Opportunity to contribute to a leading operation in the chemical sector.
- Supportive and collaborative team culture.
If you’re a proven E&I Technician looking for your next challenge in the North East, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV along with a brief outline of your availability.
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