Lead Control & Instrumentation Technician
Location: Glasgow
Salary: Competitive, Dependent on Experience
Contract: Permanent | Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week
The Opportunity
Mac Recruit Group is recruiting on behalf of an established organisation seeking an experienced Lead Control & Instrumentation Technician to join its engineering and maintenance team in Glasgow.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled C&I professional to take on a hands-on leadership role, overseeing maintenance activities, supporting a team of technicians and ensuring the reliability and performance of critical plant equipment.
The position combines technical expertise, maintenance planning, contractor management and team development within a complex industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance across control and instrumentation systems.
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Supervise, mentor and support C&I Technicians and Apprentices.
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Diagnose faults across PLC, DCS, SCADA and instrumentation equipment.
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Plan and support maintenance activities during shutdowns and outages.
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Manage specialist contractors, ensuring compliance with site procedures.
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Maintain accurate maintenance records using CMMS.
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Support plant reliability, engineering improvements and root cause investigations.
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Ensure compliance with Permit to Work systems, RAMS and health and safety requirements.
About You
Essential Requirements
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Strong background in Control & Instrumentation maintenance within an industrial or process-driven environment.
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Experience working with PLC, DCS, SCADA and instrumentation systems.
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Previous experience supervising technicians or leading maintenance activities.
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Strong fault-finding, preventative maintenance and problem-solving skills.
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Experience using CMMS and managing external contractors.
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Recognised engineering apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent qualification.
Desirable Experience
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HNC or equivalent engineering qualification.
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Experience with Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS).
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Knowledge of Management of Change and Permit to Work procedures.
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LV/HV electrical experience or SAP authorisation.
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Formal health and safety qualification.
What's on Offer?
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Competitive remuneration and annual bonus scheme.
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Comprehensive employee benefits package.
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Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled technical team.
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Long-term career development within an established organisation.
Apply Now
If you're an experienced C&I Technician, Lead Technician or EC&I professional looking for your next opportunity in Glasgow, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply today with your updated CV or contact Mac Recruit Group for a confidential discussion.
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