Electrical and Instrumentation Technician

Job description

E&I Technician (Level 2 – Progression to Level 3)

Monday to Friday

Manchester Area

£42,638 - £48,240

My client, who is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals, polymer additives and precursors, is looking for an E&I Technician to join their team.

The Role:

The E&I Technician (Level 2) supports the safe and reliable operation of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems at a high-hazard Upper Tier COMAH chemical manufacturing site. Reporting to the E&I Coordinator, the role focuses on carrying out planned maintenance, fault-finding, and corrective work while developing the technical and behavioural competencies required to progress to Level 3.

This position is ideal for a competent E&I Technician who is confident working independently on routine tasks and is ready to broaden their technical capability, problem-solving skills, and ownership of plant systems.

Responsibilities:

· Carry out planned preventive maintenance and routine breakdown maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems under established procedures.

· Assist with fault diagnosis and troubleshooting of electrical, control, and instrumentation equipment, escalating complex issues where required.

· Install, maintain, and test electrical and instrumentation equipment, including work in hazardous areas in line with ATEX requirements and site standards.

· Work in compliance with the site Permit to Work system, including accepting permits where authorised.

· Accurately complete work orders, maintenance records, and time recording using the Engineering Management System.

· Use the company ERP system to request materials and services as required for maintenance activities.

· Support plant improvement and reliability initiatives under the guidance of senior technicians or the E&I Coordinator.

· Maintain strict adherence to all health, safety, environmental, and COMAH requirements.

The Candidate:

Essential

• COMAH site experience or highly regulated environment.
• Time-served Instrument/Electrical Maintenance Engineer or equivalent with proven experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• NVQ Level 3 / HNC Level 3 in Electrical Installation or a related discipline.
• Trained to the 18th Edition IEE Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Working knowledge of electrical and instrumentation maintenance, including calibration and basic fault-finding.
• Experience or exposure to hazardous area equipment and ATEX requirements.
• Able to follow procedures, prioritise tasks, and work safely in a high-hazard environment.
• Comfortable using computer-based maintenance and ERP systems.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn and develop.

Desirable / Development Toward Level 3

• CompEx Ex01–Ex06 certification (or working toward).
• Increasing confidence in independent fault diagnosis and problem resolution.
• Willingness to expand skills in controls, instrumentation, and process systems.
• Cherry Picker (MEWP) experience.

Benefits:

• Total Rewards Program
• 401(K) Savings Plan
• Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Services
• Online Coaching Programs
• 26 days holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Please contact Marie Brisson at Winsearch UK for further information – marie.brisson@winsearch.uk

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English