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Posted 07 August, 2026

EC&I Technician (South Coast)

RHL
Portsmouth, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

EC&I Technician (Electrical, Control & Instrumentation)Salary: Up to £46,000 + excellent benefitsLocation: Portsmouth area (site-based) with occasional UK travelJob type: Permanent, full timeClosing date: In one month, may close early

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The roleA safety-critical operator is seeking an EC&I Technician to deliver high-quality reactive and planned maintenance at a fuel storage/terminal site in the Portsmouth area. You'll be responsible for maintaining and fault-finding across key electrical and control assets, including electrical distribution, motors, drives, switchgear, instrumentation and control systems. The post also includes first-line maintenance support for the BPCS (Basic Process Control System) and associated equipment.

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The role is primarily site-based, however there may be occasional requirements to support other UK locations. This can involve overnight stays, so a full UK driving licence is essential. Overtime may be available during the week and at weekends (not mandatory).

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Key responsibilities

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    Provide EC&I maintenance support to day-to-day operations, ensuring equipment remains safe, available and compliant.

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    Troubleshoot electrical/control faults, complete repairs effectively, and accurately record actions taken.

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    Carry out routine inspections and quality checks on electrical systems to relevant standards and legal requirements.

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    Complete assigned tasks safely and to agreed timeframes, including fault investigation, planned repair scopes, and proactive/reactive maintenance.

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    Apply safe working practices aligned with high-hazard industry expectations (e.g., COMAH/DSEAR/EAWR/HASAWA where applicable).

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    Support continuous improvement by identifying repeat failures, recommending corrective actions, and maintaining good maintenance discipline.

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    Where required, take responsibility for job completion and supervise/support other operatives.

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Training will be provided for any specific systems or instrumentation maintenance tools used on site.

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About youYou'll be a qualified engineering technician with a recognised apprenticeship (or equivalent) and proven experience in electrical control and instrumentation maintenance. You'll work methodically, remain calm during breakdown situations, follow procedures, and demonstrate a strong safety record-ideally gained within hazardous or regulated operations.

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You should have a strong working knowledge of:

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    National Working Rules for the Electrical Industry

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    Electricity at Work Regulations 1989

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    Electrical supply/installation practices, inspection and testing

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You must be medically fit for Breathing Apparatus and Confined Space training/operations and have full colour vision.

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Essential skills / knowledge

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    18th Edition (BS 7671)

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    Completed a registered apprenticeship or equivalent structured training with practical electrical installation experience

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    NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or approved equivalent)

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    Minimum two years' experience working as an electrician post-training

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    Demonstrated competence and a suitable qualification in inspection, testing, commissioning and certification (e.g., City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent)

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    Electrical maintenance experience on motors, switchgear and MCC/control panels (highly desirable)Plus: Full UK driving licence

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Desirable

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    City & Guilds 2391-52 (Inspection & Testing)

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    Experience in hazardous/major hazard operations (e.g., COMAH)

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    Previous exposure to CompEx EX01-EX04 (desirable)

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Benefits

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    30 days holiday + bank holidays

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    Life assurance (e.g., 4x annual salary, subject to probation/eligibility) and group income protection

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    Generous pension scheme

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    Group healthcare scheme (permanent staff)

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Interview process (dates provided)

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    Stage 1: 9 September 2026 (Teams)

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    Stage 2: 22 September 2026 (face-to-face, site in southern England)

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  • *Applicants must be available for the above dates.
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How to apply

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Apply with your CV. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and we may close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.