Instrument Technician

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Aberdeen
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Skilled Trades
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SKILLS

Instrumentation systems Report writing PLC Electrical fault-finding Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel

FULL DESCRIPTION

Working as part of the project team to provide a high standard of work in the assembly, test & repair, manufacture, installation and commissioning of instrumentation systems in onshore and offshore environments.

Main Purpose of Job:

Working as part of the project team to provide a high standard of work in the assembly, test & repair, manufacture, installation and commissioning of instrumentation systems in onshore and offshore environments.

Key Responsibilities (shall include but are not limited to):

  • Assemble, test & repair, install and commission Instrumentation systems onshore and offshore.
  • Basic report writing.
  • Liaise with suppliers as required.
  • Provide regular communication with the office when offshore & provide progress reports.
  • Assist project team in house, with all aspects of onshore and offshore projects.

Workshop

  • Maintain a tidy workshop.
  • Work closely with the Receptionist / Office Assistant to ensure all stock is labelled and stored appropriately.
  • Stock taking as required.

General

  • Attend and participate in company / project meetings to maintain good communications and aid business and organisational development.
  • Comply with the company’s HSQ Management System.
  • Attend training and develop relevant knowledge and skills as required.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Education:

  • Minimum HNC – Instrumentation Engineering or equivalent professional qualification.

Experience:

  • Offshore experience in the installation & commissioning of instrumentation systems preferable.
  • Basic report writing.
  • Experience with control panel manufacture / installation desirable.
  • Knowledge of PLC’s, MMI’s and networks an advantage.
  • Experience working with Ex equipment desirable.
  • Basic knowledge of computerised DAQ systems desirable.

Skills & Knowledge:

  • Good practical engineering / workshop skills.
  • Good problem solving and instrumentation & electrical fault-finding skills.
  • PC skills – Microsoft Word / Excel.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Flexible.
  • Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team.
  • Ability to work on own initiative and prioritise workload.
  • Driving license preferred but not essential.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • None

Work Environment:

  • The position is based in Aberdeen and will involve a mixture of offshore and onshore based project work.
  • Travel will be as required, rather than on a regular rota.
  • Overseas work may require an extended length of stay.
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