Instrument Technician

Location: Stockton-on-Tees | Salary: £39,000 - £41,400 + Bonus + Benefits

A well-established, global chemical manufacturer is seeking a skilled Instrument Technician to join their dynamic team at their high-hazard COMAH site located in the Stockton area.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading organisation committed to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement within a world-class manufacturing environment.

Salary and Benefits of the Instrument Technician

• Competitive annual salary between £39,000 - £41,400


• Quarterly performance bonus


• Generous company pension scheme - up to 9%


• 36 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)


• Days-based role: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:00


• Overtime available

The Role of Instrument Technician

The Instrument Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of site instrumentation, covering planned, preventative, and reactive work.

Operating as part of a shift team, the technician will play a key role in ensuring site reliability and integrity, in line with legal, regulatory, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all tasks are conducted safely, complying with company health and safety guidelines


• Carry out fault finding, maintenance, calibration, and testing on a wide range of instruments including temperature, pressure, flow, level, and analyser systems


• Perform quality-driven work with a focus on "right first time" principles


• Identify and implement improvements to reduce repeat equipment failures


• Complete risk assessments and follow safe systems of work, including permits and isolation procedures


• Adhere to scheduled maintenance routines to support efficient site operations

Essential Criteria needed for the role of Instrument Technician

• Significant experience working on a COMAH-regulated site


• Background in chemical, petrochemical, or pharmaceutical manufacturing


• Minimum Level 3 NVQ in Instrumentation (or equivalent qualification)


• Proficiency in the maintenance, calibration, and testing of a broad range of instrumentation systems


• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Instrument Technician looking to develop their career with a respected employer in a technically demanding and safety-critical environment.

Apply now by submitting your CV and take the next step in your career.