I&E CompEx Technician

Overview

An established energy site operation is seeking an experienced Instrumentation and Electrical Technician to support a busy, hands-on maintenance programme on a live operational site.

This role covers planned and corrective maintenance, CompEx inspection work, and involvement in annual shutdown activities within hazardous areas.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Outside IR35 contract
• Hands-on technical scope spanning instrumentation, electrical, and CompEx activities
• Planned and corrective maintenance across a live operational site
• Direct involvement in annual shutdown activities
• Stable, well-structured maintenance programme with strong technical breadth

Key Responsibilities

• Complete planned and corrective instrumentation and electrical work orders, prioritised by criticality
• Record all maintenance activity accurately within the site CMMS
• Carry out CompEx inspections and associated first-line repairs
• Deliver instrumentation and electrical work during the annual site shutdown
• Calibrate instrumentation, including As Found/As Left records across multiple measurement technologies
• Functionally test ESD, control, level, and pressure systems, including closure time recording
• Test fire and gas detection systems across a range of technologies
• Maintain a clean, tidy, and hazard-free working environment

Requirements

• Proven maintenance experience on instrumentation and electrical equipment
• Instrumentation qualification such as an apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3, with solid electrical knowledge
• In-date CompEx 01-04 certification and working knowledge of IEC 60079
• Experience in instrumentation calibration and functional testing of safety systems
• Good working knowledge of BS7671 wiring regulations and earthing systems
• Previous experience working in hazardous areas within industrial or energy environments
• Comfortable working with CMMS systems and digital activity recording
• Strong planning, problem-solving, and communication skills