Instrument Technician

We are looking for an Instrument Technician to work as part of the Maintenance Team providing expertise across all of the production assets at Hillhouse to ensure operations can meet the required SHE, Production and Quality targets.

The role focuses on pro-active preventative maintenance and systematic and robust testing of functional safety circuits, effective corrective maintenance problem solving to prevent unplanned equipment downtime, identify and eliminate equipment faults and where possible identify and implementing improvements that will eliminate potential hazards and future production downtime.

We are looking for an experienced Instrument Technician, with a detailed knowledge of a process measurement systems including, Pressure, Temperature, Level, Weight, Flow, Speed and analytical instruments. The successful candidate will have a detailed knowledge carrying out routine maintenance, calibration, loop checking, functional testing and commissioning of analogue, digital and SIL rated instrumentation and associated control systems.

You will have a sound working knowledge of ATEX regulations, working in hazardous areas and a high level of SHE awareness, a relevant HNC or equivalent, and have completed an Engineering apprenticeship, NVQ or have equivalent experience. The role requires effective communication and team working skills, robust problem solving and fault-finding capability with a high level of attention to detail. Having a working knowledge of electrical systems and an understanding of Fieldbus communications systems would be beneficial.

At present, we are not accepting any candidates via a recruitment agency or third party.

Victrex is an innovative world leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions focusing on the strategic markets of automotive, aerospace, energy and industrial, electronics and medical. Every day, millions of people use products and applications containing our materials – from smartphones, aeroplanes and cars to energy operations and medical devices.

With over 40 years’ experience, we are developing world leading solutions with PEEK and PAEK-based polymers and selected semi-finished and finished parts which enable environmental and societal benefit for our customers and our markets and drive value for our shareholders

At Victrex, we have a clear purpose: to deliver transformational and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges.

Our core values of passion, innovation, and performance are at the heart of everything we do. We are a company that thrives on human-centred leadership, valuing curiosity, adaptability, and collaboration in a fast-paced, digitally enabled world. We believe in empowering individuals, rather than seeing barriers to progress.

We are looking for individuals who are comfortable working in an environment that values digital and AI-driven solutions, who see technology as an enabler rather than a challenge. At Victrex, we foster a culture of continuous learning, agility, and adaptability, where employees are encouraged to embrace new ways of working, leverage data-driven insights, and drive meaningful change.

As we continue to evolve, we need people who are not just contributors but change accelerators … individuals who champion innovation, and drive transformation with a growth mindset. Whether through digitalisation, process improvement, or human-centred leadership, our employees play a crucial role in shaping the future of our business.

Our leadership approach is built on empowerment, inclusion, and collaboration. We value people who lead with empathy and…