Description:
Electrician / Instrumentation Engineer
đź“Ť Plympton, Devon
🕒 Monday to Friday | 7:30am – 3:30pm
đź“… Start: ASAP
We’re recruiting for an experienced Electrician / Instrumentation Engineer to join the engineering team at a well-established industrial processing site in Plympton. This role is key to maintaining the performance and reliability of plant equipment, covering electrical systems, instrumentation, PLCs, and combustion controls.
Working within a kaolin calcination plant, you'll carry out both planned and reactive maintenance to keep equipment running safely, efficiently, and in line with compliance standards.
🔧 Key Responsibilities:
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Electrical, ICA, PLC & combustion maintenance and fault-finding
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Diagnose, calibrate, and repair instrumentation and control systems
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Support and lead plant improvement and optimisation projects
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Use CMMS for work order management and materials sourcing
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Ensure compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, and HSE legislation
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Collaborate with the wider engineering and operations teams
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Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and hazard-free working environment
✅ What We’re Looking For:
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NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (Apprenticeship trained or equivalent)
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18th Edition Wiring Regulations
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Strong background in industrial maintenance
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Experience with PLCs, variable speed drives, and combustion systems
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Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team
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Good working knowledge of health & safety legislation
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Full UK driving licence required
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