Posted 03 August, 2026
Day Instrument Technician
KINTEC RECRUITMENT LIMITED
London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Day Instrument TechnicianWorking LocationGuildford / Basingstoke (Site-Based)Contract TypePermanentBenefitsUp to 15% bonus10% pensionPrivate Medical InsuranceGroup Income ProtectionLife Assurance (8x salary)About the RoleIf you're a Senior Instrument Technician ready to step up into real ownership of maintenance, safety, and plant performance, this is a live operational site where that responsibility is genuinely on offer.This permanent opportunity is with an established operator in the energy sector seeking someone to take charge of day-to-day maintenance delivery and plant reliability on a live site.About the SiteThis is a major site within the energy security infrastructure, operating at a high tempo year-round. The plant follows a seasonal cycle-building up capacity during quieter months and running at peak performance during high-demand winter periods. There is a constant pipeline of maintenance, shutdown, and improvement work to maintain output, alongside ongoing investment in the plant's future. This results in evolving challenges for the maintenance and engineering teams as the plant scales.Key ResponsibilitiesCarrying out day-to-day maintenance activities, shutdowns, and planningWorking across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systemsUsing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to plan, prioritise, and track workSupporting plant improvements and reliability initiativesEnsuring all work meets regulatory and safety requirementsSupporting reporting, scheduling, and resource planningDriving maintenance performance, safety, and compliance standardsRequirementsBackground in instrumentation or electrical at NVQ/apprenticeship levelStrong knowledge of plant maintenance, including mechanical, electrical, and control & instrumentation (C&I) systemsExperience in energy, process, or industrial environmentsUnderstanding of ATEX/DSEAR and hazardous area requirementsExperience with shutdowns, maintenance planning, and CMMS systemsStrong communication and problem-solving skillsHow to ApplyInterested? Please send your CV or contact details to the provided contact for further information.TPBN1_UKTJ
