Instrument Technician

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Senior Recruitment Consultant - DCS Engineering

E&I Technician – Contract Opportunity (Ongoing)

Location: County Durham

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, weekdays + overtime available

About the Role

We’re looking for a skilled Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to join a leading chemical manufacturing operation on an ongoing contract . You’ll play a vital role in maintaining, troubleshooting, and optimising essential systems across a multi-floor, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Calibration, installation, and fault-finding on a range of instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, level, analytical).
• Working with HART communication systems and ensuring compliance with ATEX standards (CompEx 1–4 essential).
• Maintenance and repair of motors and starters (DOL, Star/Delta, VSD).
• Hands-on work with electrical distribution systems up to 415V.
• Upholding site safety standards and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

About You

• Time-served E&I Technician with experience in the chemical, process, or related industries.
• Strong expertise in either instrumentation or electrical systems (multi-skilled preferred).
• CompEx 1–4 certified and fully compliant with ATEX regulations.
• Physically fit and confident working at heights in a multi-floor plant environment.
• A proactive, safety-first mindset with strong problem-solving skills.

What’s on Offer

• Ongoing contract with overtime available
• Opportunity to contribute to a leading operation in the chemical sector
• Supportive and collaborative team culture

Apply Now

If you’re a proven E&I Technician looking for your next challenge in the North East, we’d love to hear from you.

Please send your CV along with a brief outline of your availability.

Seniority level

• Seniority level
• Associate

Employment type

• Employment type
• Contract

Job function

• Industries
• Engineering Services and Chemical Manufacturing

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