Controls & Instrumentation Technician
Up to £45,000 + Bonus + Company Vehicle + Fuel Card
North East – Lincoln, Doncaster, Sheffield, Nottingham, Immingham + surrounding areas
SCINERGY Recruitment are seeking a field-based Controls & Instrumentation Technician to support the maintenance, reliability and performance of power generation and green energy assets across multiple sites in the North East region.
Our client is a leading operator within the renewable energy and low-carbon power sector. This role is ideal for technicians confident in electrical, controls or instrumentation work who enjoy field-based independence, problem-solving and working with modern monitoring and automation systems.
Training will be provided for candidates with a bias towards electrical, control or instrumentation if they have the right attitude and willingness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
· Carry out routine, reactive and preventative maintenance on controls and instrumentation across multiple sites
· Identify faults and repair a range of instrumentation, including sensors for flow, pressure, temperature and level
· Support the upkeep and troubleshooting of PLCs
· Monitor plant equipment, highlighting performance issues before they lead to breakdowns
· Complete service reports and update maintenance systems accurately
· Work closely with other engineering teams to resolve site issues and share technical information
· Oversee and guide contractors carrying out C&I or automation-related work
· Travel daily between regional sites
What We’re Looking For
· Recognised qualification in Electrical, Controls or Instrumentation Engineering (Apprenticeship, City & Guilds, ONC, BTEC/NVQ or similar)
· Experience fault-finding on instrumentation and control systems
· Understanding of PLCs
· Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
· Self-motivated, safety-focused and able to work independently
· Full training will be provided for applicants with transferable skills and the right mindset
What’s on Offer
· Competitive salary up to £45,000 and competitive bonus
· Company van, fuel card, tools, uniform, laptop and phone
· 25 days holiday + bank holidays
· Excellent training and development opportunities with clear progression routes
· Pension scheme contribution
· Long-term career prospects within a major renewable energy operator