Controls and Instrumentation Technician - North Region
28.02.25
Infinis is a leading low-carbon energy generator. We capture methane from landfill sites and disused mines and use it to create electricity. Our flexible power response and battery energy storage projects support the grid when needed. We’re committed to investing in renewable, low-carbon projects; our solar division is expanding. New sites continue to be added to our existing portfolio, and we have a strong pipeline of future projects under development and construction.
Our sustainable energy expertise helps reduce the impact of greenhouse gas emissions on climate change and provides secure, efficient local power generation. It’s great to assist the UK in transitioning to net zero.
Your role
Reporting to the Regional C&I Engineer, you will be a pivotal part of a high-performing C&I team responsible for planned and reactive maintenance, fault-finding, troubleshooting, repairing, installing, modifying, and upgrading electrical/electronic controls and instrumentation systems across our site-based power generation plants and monitoring equipment following our quality management procedures.
This includes a variety of instrumentation, ranging from Flow, Pressure, Level, and temperature Sensors to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Telemetry, Safety Systems, and various Communication Networks to maintain Data Integrity.
This field-based role requires daily travel to sites across the North West region of the UK. Depending on your location, you may be required to stay away from home occasionally. This is predominately a Monday – Friday role.
What you will do
* Conducting fault diagnosis, repairs, and planned and reactive maintenance activities on a range of operational C&I Assets to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our sites.
* This includes a range of Instrumentation, (Flow, Pressure, Level and Temperature Sensors), along with Gas Analysers, PLC Systems, HMI’s & Telemetry Systems.
* Support the servicing of our Fire & Gas Detection and Safety Systems.
* Undertake preventative, predictive, and emergency maintenance works to meet plant reliability and performance targets.
* Supporting the rollout of DSEAR remedial works / periodic inspections.
* Liaison with Electrical, C&I, Gas Field, or Engine Technicians from other operational teams, working to assist each other in resolving issues and sharing information.
* Supervising and directing Approved Contractors on-site who may be attending for the installation, repair, or maintenance of EC&I or Automation Systems.
* Producing reports and data input into Maximo and other IT-based systems.
* Taking responsibility for your own PPE, Vehicle, plus other Tools and equipment issued, along with supporting maintaining the Regional C&I Workshop.
* Ensuring all works are carried out in line with our Health & Safety policies and procedures.
What we are looking for
Qualifications:
* You will have previously completed an apprenticeship (or other recognised training scheme) and hold a BTEC National Certificate (or equivalent City & Guilds NVQ/SVQ Level 3) in an Instrumentation, Control Systems or transferable discipline.
* CompEx Foundation, or CompEx 01 to 04 would be an advantage.
* IET 18th Edition Wiring Reg’s, City & Guilds 2382 would be an advantage.
Technical expertise:
* Ideally experience in water, utilities, heavy process, plant or manufacturing sectors.
* LV Electrical Control Panels and safe electrical isolation procedures.
* Electrical Schematics & Process & Instrumentation Diagrams.
* Maintenance & Calibration of a range of Instrumentation.
* Fault finding on LV Control Circuits and Instrument Loops.
* Fault finding and diagnostic skills with an understanding of PID Controls.
* Experience in interrogating, fault finding and maintenance of HMI, SCADA, PLC & Telemetry Systems.
* Communication Networks, Converters & Protocols, including Ethernet, CAN-Bus, Profibus, RS232/485 Serial, Fiber Optics.
* Knowledge of Emergency Shutdown / Safety Systems, Machinery or Process related.
* Knowledge of IT Networks & PC based systems.
Other requirements:
* A proactive approach to problem-solving, with a natural curiosity and desire to continuously learn.
* A strong ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision while working collaboratively with regional and global teams.
* Ability to produce written maintenance and daily work reports.
* Full UK Driving License with the ability to travel between sites.
Why Infinis?
Our company vision is simple but very powerful. We’re focused on generating a low-carbon future. That’s all about making the most of clean, emission-free generating technology and reducing any indirect emissions from our supply chain.
At Infinis, we believe that success is achieved through a culture of passion and engagement. We aim to reduce inequalities, foster diversity and inclusion in our workforce, and give back to our communities.
Agency statement: We are resourcing this role through our Internal Recruiter and, if necessary, our PSL partners only.
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