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Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician in Rochester, Kent

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Astute's Power Team is partnered with one of the leading Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Power Station operators in the UK, with a combined portfolio of 3.3GW, to recruit for an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation (EC&I) Technician join their CCGT plant in Rochester, Kent.



The vital EC&I Technician role comes with a basic salary of £45,000 - £50,000 + overtime + up to 20% bonus + private medical + long term service bonus + other excellent benefits.



If you're an experienced Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.



Responsibilities and duties



Reporting to the EC&I Engineer, you will be responsible for:



Carrying out fault diagnosis, repairs, planned and unplanned maintenance activities on all EC&I assets to maximise plant availability including pressure, level, temperature and flow sensors and control systems (DCS, PLCs) and electrical equipment

Assisting during major maintenance periods, shutdowns, outages etc. when required to ensure maximum plant availability and efficiency

Working alongside other technicians in the maintenance team in diagnosing faults and assisting/suggesting equipment upgrades

Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS

Supervising and directing on site contractors when required

Working within the company health, safety and environmental processes and procedures at all times.



Professional qualifications



We are looking for someone with the following:



A minimum HNC qualification in electrical/electronic engineering, measurement & control or similar (a HNC is a necessity)

A formal Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH will be advantageous but not a necessity



Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge



The EC&I Technician role would suit someone who has:



Excellent technical knowledge of PLC, DCS, Instrumentation and some electrical systems

Hands on maintenance experience gained in a heavy process environment e.g. power stations, chemical plants, refineries, steel works etc

Some experience with planning and scoping works with the ability to complete small projects

Experience with CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management Systems)



Salary and benefits of the Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician role



A starting basic salary of £45,000 - £50,000

Overtime

Up to 20% Bonus

Private medical cover

Long term service bonus

Other excellent benefits

INDPOW



Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of , , , , creed or and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician in Rochester, Kent

Rochester, UK
Full time

Published on 01/09/2026

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