Instrument Maintenance Technician

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Location: Guildford / Basingstoke (Site-Based)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 - 4

Overview

If you are a Senior Technician looking to step into a role with real responsibility across maintenance, safety, and team leadership, this is a strong opportunity on a live operational site. This site-based role involves taking ownership of day-to-day maintenance delivery, team performance, and plant reliability.

Why This Role Stands Out

- Leadership role with hands-on involvement
- Work on a live operational plant
- Mix of maintenance, shutdowns, and improvement work
- Strong focus on safety, compliance, and performance
- Opportunity to develop and lead a team

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise a team of technicians and contractors
- Drive maintenance performance, safety, and compliance standards
- Manage day-to-day maintenance activities, shutdowns, and planning
- Work across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems
- Use CMMS systems to plan, prioritise, and track work
- Support plant improvements and reliability initiatives
- Ensure all work meets regulatory and safety requirements
- Support reporting, scheduling, and resource planning

Requirements

- Background in instrumentation or electrical (NVQ / Apprenticeship level)
- Experience in a supervisory or lead technician role
- Strong knowledge of plant maintenance (mechanical, electrical, C&I)
- Experience working in energy, process, or industrial environments
- Understanding of ATEX / DSEAR / hazardous areas
- Experience with shutdowns, maintenance planning, and CMMS systems
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

How to Apply

If you are interested or open to a chat, please send your CV to the recruitment contact provided in the original communication.