Lead Maintenance Technician

JOB - Lead Maintenance Technician

LOCATION - Hampshire

TERM - Permanent

SALARY - £60,000 - £70,000

My client is an established oil and gas production business, seeking an experienced Lead Maintenance Technician to support the day-to-day running of its Maintenance Department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Instrumentation Technician with electrical knowledge and previous supervisory experience to take a lead role in maintaining site facilities, overseeing maintenance activities and ensuring high standards of health and safety.

The ideal candidate will have:

• An instrumentation qualification (Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3)

• Good working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment

• 4-5 years' maintenance experience, ideally within oil and gas or a similar process industry

• Previous experience supervising or leading maintenance technicians

• Strong knowledge of instrumentation, electrical and control systems

• Understanding of mechanical plant, process equipment and preventative maintenance

• Knowledge of ESD, Fire & Gas and emergency shutdown systems

• Understanding of DSEAR and ATEX regulations, particularly hazardous area equipment

• Good knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and industry regulations

• Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills

• IT literacy and the ability to work independently and take responsibility

The role will involve:

• Supporting the Maintenance Manager with the day-to-day running of the Maintenance Department

• Supervising and providing technical leadership to a team of Maintenance Technicians

• Ensuring all maintenance activities are carried out safely and in line with relevant regulations

• Planning, prioritising and scheduling routine and corrective maintenance work

• Monitoring maintenance performance and ensuring maintenance records and systems are kept up to date

• Coordinating in-house technicians, contractors and third-party service providers

• Supporting shutdowns, turnarounds and project-related maintenance activities

• Inspecting site facilities and identifying areas requiring repair or preventative maintenance

• Ensuring all statutory documentation, inspections and certifications are maintained

• Identifying opportunities for plant improvements and developing maintenance project scopes

• Supporting the training and development of technicians within the department

The company offers:

• Opportunity to take a lead role within an established maintenance team

• Varied maintenance responsibilities across oil and gas production facilities

• Ongoing opportunities for technical and professional development

• A position with responsibility for improving plant performance, safety and reliability

Please note that the position will involve occasional weekend, evening and bank holiday work.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Many thanks - Lynx Recruitment