Instrumentation Technician
Location: Redcar, Cleveland
Contract Type: Permanent / Full Time
Closing Date: Sep 21st, 2026
Ref: 1679444
Wolviston Management Services are recruiting for an experienced Instrumentation Technician to support operations at a large-scale industrial manufacturing facility.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing maintenance team responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of process control and instrumentation systems within a complex industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out planned and reactive maintenance on a wide range of instrumentation and control systems
- Inspect, fault-find, calibrate and repair field instruments including:
- Pressure, temperature, flow and level transmitters
- Control valves and actuators
- Analytical instrumentation
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and performance of plant equipment
- Interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical documentation
- Work closely with operations and engineering teams to minimise downtime and optimise plant performance
- Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with site safety standards and procedures
- Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports using CMMS systems
- Participate in shutdowns, outages and project work as required
Required Experience & Qualifications
- Proven experience as an Instrumentation Technician within a heavy industrial, manufacturing, or process environment
- Recognised apprenticeship or relevant technical qualification (e.g. NVQ Level 3 / HNC in Instrumentation, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar)
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation calibration, maintenance and fault diagnosis
- Familiarity with control systems and plant automation (e.g. PLCs / DCS)
- Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and documentation
- Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and safety-first mindset
Desirable
- COMPEX certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience working in high-temperature or heavy process environments
- Knowledge of permit-to-work systems and industrial safety protocols
Key Attributes
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Flexible approach to work, including shift patterns if required
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Strong awareness of health, safety and environmental standards
What's on Offer
- Competitive hourly rate / salary
- Opportunity to work on a major industrial site
- Potential for long-term work or permanent employment
- Support from a dedicated recruitment and onboarding team
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