Details:
- Salary: £30 - 350 - Hour
- Location: Barry Vale of Glamorgan
- Date: 4 weeks ago
Description:
Instrument Technicians for Shutdown Work
Barry, South Wales
Start: 1st June | 4 Weeks Duration
£30.00 – £35.00 per hour depending on experience (CIS / LTD)
We are currently looking for experienced Instrument Technicians to support a planned major shutdown on a large-scale chemical manufacturing site in south Wales.
This is a well-organised shutdown being delivered by an established Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) contractor, operating within high-hazard, safety-critical environments across the UK.
The Role
You will be working as part of a dedicated shutdown team, focused on delivering key inspection, maintenance and commissioning activities within a live industrial environment.
Duties will include:
* Instrument calibration, maintenance and fault finding
* Supporting shutdown and turnaround works across process systems
* Assisting with installation, loop checks and functional testing
* Supporting commissioning and handover activities
* Working closely with supervisors and engineers to deliver works safely and efficiently
* Ensuring full compliance with site safety procedures and permit systems
The Environment
* Large, complex chemical / process plant operating 24/7
* Work carried out in a COMAH / hazardous area environment
* Strict safety, compliance and quality standards
* Fast-paced shutdown with a clear programme and delivery deadlines
What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as an Instrument Technician in industrial or process environments
* Strong background in shutdown, maintenance, and calibration work
Essential:
* Valid CCNSG / Safety Passport
Desirable:
* CompEx certification
* Previous experience in chemical, petrochemical, energy, or heavy industrial sectors
Pay Rates
* £30.00 – £35.00 per hour (depending on experience)
* 70 hours per week (10-hour shifts)
* 4-week shutdown
* Weekly pay
* CIS or LTD payment options available
Why Apply?
* Join a well-run, high-value shutdown from 1st June for 4 weeks
* Opportunity to work with a specialist EC&I contractor delivering complex industrial projects
* Potential for follow-on work across South Wales after completion
If you’re available from 1st June and looking for a solid shutdown role with good hours, please apply today or get in touch for more details