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Reed Specialist Recruitment
Instrument Technician
Birmingham, West Midlands
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 10 hours ago
- Salary
- Competitive
- Recruiter
- Reed Specialist Recruitment
- Closes
- 27 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Instrument Technician - 6-Month Contract, UK Candidates Wanted
Location: AustraliaSalary: Highly competitive + Accommodation/Food + Flights + Visa PackageContract: 6-month minimum (extension opportunities)Your Chance to Work in Australia
Are you an experienced Instrument Technician looking for a new challenge?
Interested in taking your skills overseas for a high-paying contract on major industrial projects?
I'm recruiting Instrument Technicians across the UK for a highly respected industrial client operating in the petrochemical and oil & gas sector in Australia. This is a rare opportunity to join a large-scale project with full relocation support and exceptional earning potential.
The Role
You will play a key role in the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation across complex industrial sites.
Responsibilities include:
Calibration, loop checks & functional testingFault finding & troubleshooting on instrumentation and control systemsShutdown, start-up & commissioning supportTesting flow, level, temperature & pressure transmittersWorking with control valves and a wide range of instrumentation equipmentReading/interpreting P&IDs, data sheets, calibration documents & supplier manualsProducing accurate calibration reports and instrument documentationSupporting instrumentation projects across petrochemical/oil & gas facilitiesWhat You'll Need
Proven experience as an Instrument Technician in oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical, refinery, LNG, or heavy industrial environmentsStrong background in calibration, loop checking, commissioning, and fault findingExperience with shutdowns/start-ups (advantageous)Familiarity with control valves, transmitters, calibration tools and test equipmentAbility to interpret P&IDs, loop drawings and technical documentationKnowledge of HART, Foundation Fieldbus or similar systems (beneficial)A strong safety mindset and ability to work within a dynamic teamWhat's on Offer
Relocation package to Australia Flights + accommodation + food + visa providedHighly competitive rates Supportive project teams and strong onboardingPossibility of extensions This is an excellent opportunity for technicians who enjoy travel, strong project environments and high-value contract work.
How to Apply
If you're an experienced Instrument Technician and keen to explore opportunities overseas, apply with your updated CV. You're also welcome to reach out directly after applying for a confidential conversation.
Applications are progressing quickly - secure your mobilisation slot now
This is a rare chance to take your career international. Don't miss out.
Ad ID: 5417484053
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