Lead Control & Instrumentation Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities on plant control and instrumentation systems. Supervise, mentor and support C&I Technicians and Apprentices. Diagnose faults and lead root cause investigations to ensure timely resolution of equipment issues. Manage contractors undertaking specialist maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with site procedures and safety standards. Conduct plant inspections, safety inspections and technical assessments. Ensure all maintenance activities are accurately recorded and managed through the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS). Support outage planning and delivery to optimise plant availability and asset reliability. Review and own Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS), ensuring all work is completed safely. Work closely with Planning Engineers and Stock Controllers to maintain critical spare parts and consumables. Assist with site projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide engineering cover and support when required. Conduct Performance Annual Reviews (PARs) and support the ongoing development of team members. Promote a positive health, safety and environmental culture across the site. Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities Safety is our highest priority. As Lead C&I Technician, you will: Take full accountability for preventing incidents that could impact health, safety or the environment. Ensure all maintenance activities are carried out in accordance with company procedures and safe systems of work. Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture. Challenge unsafe behaviours and drive continuous improvement in HSE performance. About You Essential Experience Experience within a process industry, power generation, energy-from-waste, manufacturing or similar industrial environment. Strong background in Control & Instrumentation engineering and maintenance. Experience working with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Experience with PLC, DCS and SCADA systems. Contractor management experience. Experience leading maintenance teams and driving performance improvements. Essential Skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong leadership and team development capabilities. Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions. Effective fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Proactive approach with a commitment to continuous improvement. Essential Qualifications Recognised apprenticeship with City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent technical qualification in a relevant discipline. Desirable Experience & Qualifications Experience working within the Energy from Waste sector. Knowledge of Management of Change processes. Experience managing Continuous Emissions Monitoring Systems (CEMS). Experience working under Permit to Work systems. Cost management experience. HNC or equivalent technical qualification. Formal Health & Safety qualification. Full UK driving licence. Senior Authorised Person (SAP) or Prime Duty Holder status with LV/HV experience. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to work at one of Scotland's leading energy recovery facilities, contributing to the generation of renewable energy while helping divert waste from landfill. You'll join a collaborative engineering team where safety, innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. How to apply Click apply at the bottom of the page and you will be asked to create a profile. Make sure you have an up-to-date CV ready! We are a Great Place to Work There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio. What we can offer you We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join - take a look at our Rewards and Benefits As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.