EC&I Technician (Level 2)

I'm currently supporting a leading COMAH-regulated chemical manufacturing organisation, who are looking to recruit an experienced E&I Technician. This is a key role supporting the safe, reliable, and compliant operation of plant equipment within a complex industrial environment.

• Salary: £ - Monday-Friday (days 08:00 - 16:00)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventive and reactive maintenance on electrical, control, and instrumentation systems
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective troubleshooting and repairs
• Work within a permit-to-work system, ensuring full compliance
• Use engineering and ERP systems for work orders, maintenance planning, and materials management
• Support wider site engineering activities and improvement projects
• Provide cover for the E&I Coordinator when required
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards

About You

We're looking for a hands-on engineer with a strong maintenance background in a similar heavy industrial setting.

Essential:

• Time-served Electrical / Instrumentation Maintenance Engineer
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Installation or related discipline
• 18th Edition (BS7671) certification
• Proven experience in fault finding and diagnostics
• Background in chemical, petrochemical, or high-hazard manufacturing environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to prioritise tasks
• Good level of computer literacy

Desirable:

• CompEx (Ex01-Ex06) certification
• Experience working in ATEX / hazardous area environments

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to join a highly regulated, safety-first environment with strong development on offer
• Work within a skilled and collaborative engineering team
• Exposure to complex plant systems and ongoing improvement projects
• Structured working pattern including planned weekend rota and call-outs

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