Job Title: Instrumentation & Control Operator
Location: Hampshire, UK
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Visa Status: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. No sponsorship is available.
We’re working with a respected engineering-led organisation in the industrial and process sectors, looking to hire a technically skilled Instrumentation & Control Operator for their permanent team in Hampshire. This role is suited to candidates with hands-on design experience in control and instrumentation (C&I), especially those familiar with hazardous areas and control system programming.
You’ll work across the full lifecycle—design, procurement, operations support, and contractor management—making it a varied and challenging role with real technical impact.
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Engineering
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Interpret and produce basic engineering drawings related to the C&I discipline.
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Apply instrumentation and control design knowledge in live industrial environments.
Hazardous Areas
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Design electrical equipment installations for hazardous areas in compliance with ATEX/DSEAR.
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Either hold CompEx 12A & 12B certification or have practical experience working under the same procedures.
Control Systems
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Strong understanding or hands-on experience with at least two IEC 61131-3 standard PLC programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, function block, structured text).
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Apply knowledge of industrial control systems within project delivery.
Operational Support & Risk
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Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, LOPA reviews, and maintain strong awareness of operational risk management practices.
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Provide field troubleshooting and support to operations and maintenance teams.
Contractor & Procurement Management
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Prepare specifications and work scopes for contractor engagement.
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Raise purchase orders, liaise with suppliers, and review QA documentation.
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Supervise contractor activities and ensure compliance with site safety and permit systems.
Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years of design experience in instrumentation & control (I&C/C&I).
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Solid understanding of electrical systems in hazardous areas; CompEx 12A/12B beneficial.
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Knowledge of industrial programming standards and practices.
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Experience in operational risk tools (HAZOP, LOPA, RAMS).
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Confident managing suppliers, contractors, and equipment procurement.
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Must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction.
This is an excellent opportunity to step into a technically rich role with broad responsibility in an engineering-focused environment. You’ll be trusted to make informed decisions, engage in varied tasks, and contribute to safe and efficient plant operations.