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Instrument Technician

E3 Recruitment
Stockton-on-Tees
1 week ago
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Instrument Technician
Location: Stockton-on-Tees | Salary: £39,000 - £41,400 + Bonus + Benefits
A well-established, global chemical manufacturer is seeking a skilled

Instrument Technician

to join their dynamic team at their high-hazard

COMAH

site located in the

Stockton

area.This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading organisation committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement within a world-class manufacturing environment.
Salary and Benefits of the Instrument Technician
Competitive annual salary between

£39,000 - £41,400
Quarterly performance bonus
Generous

company pension scheme - up to 9%
36 days annual leave

(including Bank Holidays)
Days-based role : Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00
Overtime available
The Role of Instrument Technician
The Instrument Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of site instrumentation, covering

planned, preventative, and reactive work .Operating as part of a shift team, the technician will play a key role in ensuring site reliability and integrity, in line with legal, regulatory, and company standards.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure all tasks are conducted safely, complying with company health and safety guidelines
Carry out fault finding, maintenance, calibration, and testing on a wide range of instruments including temperature, pressure, flow, level, and analyser systems
Perform quality-driven work with a focus on "right first time" principles
Identify and implement improvements to reduce repeat equipment failures
Complete risk assessments and follow safe systems of work, including permits and isolation procedures
Adhere to scheduled maintenance routines to support efficient site operations
Essential Criteria needed for the role of Instrument Technician
Significant experience working on a

COMAH-regulated

site
Background in

chemical, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical

manufacturing
Minimum

Level 3 NVQ in Instrumentation

(or equivalent qualification)
Proficiency in the

maintenance, calibration, and testing

of a broad range of instrumentation systems
Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced

Instrument Technician

looking to develop their career with a respected employer in a technically demanding and safety-critical environment.
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by submitting your CV and take the next step in your career.

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