Electrician / Instrumentation Engineer – Industrial Processing (Permanent, Days)
 
We are working with a global leader in mineral-based industrial processing, supporting them in appointing an Electrician / Instrumentation Engineer for their site near Plymouth. This is a permanent, day-shift position with long-term development opportunities in controls and automation.
 
About the Role:
 
You will be part of a small, close-knit team of five engineers responsible for maintaining and improving the electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems across a kaolin calcination plant. The site operates a range of heavy processing equipment including combustion systems, PLCs, drives, and instrumentation equipment.
The role is varied, involving both planned and reactive maintenance, and plays a vital part in supporting plant uptime and identifying areas for continuous improvement.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform electrical maintenance on industrial plant equipment.
• Support and troubleshoot instrumentation and automation systems.
• Assist in both reactive repairs and planned maintenance tasks.
• Contribute to equipment upgrades and improvements across the site.
• Maintain a high standard of safety and reliability.

 
What We’re Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
• Industrial maintenance experience in a processing, manufacturing, or engineering environment.
• Full UK driving licence (site is not accessible via public transport).
• Experience with instrumentation, PLCs, or automation systems is advantageous.

 
What’s On Offer:

• Salary: Up to £37,407 per annum.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday day shifts, flexible start time between 7am and 8am, finishing at 3:30pm.
• Benefits: Opportunities for training and development, particularly in automation and controls.

 
This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally respected business in a technically engaging role, with support for long-term career progression.