Instrument Technician with Compex 01-04 – Reactive Maintenance Squad
Location: Dalry, AyrshireStart Date: ImmediateContract Duration: 12 MonthsWorking Pattern: 38 hours per week
Mon-Thu: 07:45 – 16:00Fri: 07:45 – 14:30Overtime: Available midweek on an adhoc basis and on shutdownsShutdowns: Up to 12 per yearOne major shutdown every six weeks (10-12 hour shifts)Additional planned shutdowns as required
About the Role
We are seeking an Instrument Technician to join a newly formed Reactive Maintenance Squad, supporting the workshop with fast-response breakdown maintenance. This team will play a critical role in maintaining site reliability, resolving equipment failures, and ensuring safe, efficient operations across pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Reactive Maintenance & Breakdown Support
Respond promptly to instrument-related breakdowns and process interruptions.Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a wide range of instrumentation issues. Valve & Workshop Activities
Remove, strip, overhaul, and reassemble valves in a dedicated workshop environment.Perform detailed inspections, repairs, and testing of valves and associated components. Instrumentation Work
Work on pressure, temperature, flow, and analytical instrumentation.Carry out calibration, testing, fault-finding, and maintenance of instrumentation systems.Ensure all work meets site standards, safety protocols, and industry best practice. Shutdown Support
Participate in planned and major shutdowns, including extended-shift work as required.Support high-priority maintenance tasks to ensure timely plant restart.
Essential Requirements
CompEx 01-04 certification (mandatory).Proven experience as an Instrument Technician within industrial or process sectors.Strong background in maintenance, not just project or installation work.Ability to work with valves, instrumentation loops, and workshop-based overhauls.Excellent fault-finding skills and ability to work under pressure during breakdowns.
Preferred Experience
Experience working within the pharmaceutical industry or other highly regulated environments. Personal Attributes
Strong problem-solving capability.Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively in a small, high-performing rapid-response team.Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Umbrella Rates:
£48ph
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