Metering Technician

Since 1985 Spirit Energy has processed 6.5 trillion cubic feet of gas through our Barrow Gas Terminals, providing heat to 1.5 million homes per year. With a focus on safety, environmental sustainability, and community engagement, we are able to extend the lifespan of our terminals and get the most out of our teams. Processing gas from our Morecambe Bay Gas Fields and from third party producers, we believe in operational excellence at every stage of production.

Keeping up with an industry that is always developing takes agility, courage, and collaboration – this is the foundation of Spirit Energy. We believe our people are capable of being the change the industry is ready for. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a dynamic and energetic team, then we are ready to hear from you.

THE OPPORTUNITY – INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN (METERING SYSTEMS)

Required to undertake engineering maintenance and defect repair tasks, ensuring the reliability and scheduled availability of operational plant and equipment associated with gas production/processing.

**We are looking for candidates with significant experience of working with metering systems/equipment

Duration: Staff role

Location: Barrow Terminal; working 7 days on, 7 days off rotation

Please note, no travel/accommodation allowance is payable

Close Date for Applications: 9th January 2026

AND NOW FOR THE TECHNICAL BIT…

In role you will be accountable for:

• Both routine and non-routine maintenance activities to plant and equipment, in accordance with agreed procedures and operational requirements
• Investigating complex technical problems relating to critical plant, identifying solutions and acting to return plant to normal operating service.
• Preparation and presentation of technical reports, and maintenance of records within the recognised systems.
• Carrying out commissioning and decommissioning activities to ensure planned plant operating programmes are achieved in a timely manner.
• Liaising with vendors, engineering support function and external auditors when required.
• Ensuring that safe working practices and procedures are adhered to within the area of work, and that appropriate permit are in place to ensure the protection of plant, equipment, environment, and the safety of employees.
• Carrying out the duties of Instrument Technician on systems such as Fiscal Metering, Distributed Control, Emergency Shutdown and Fire & Gas systems.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Demonstrable experience in petrochemical process, operations or maintenance
• Knowledge of general Instrumentation including Metering and Fire & Gas systems through production/maintenance operations gained whilst working in the oil and gas or petrochemical industries
• Good communication and organisational skills, and proficient on Windows & maintenance management programs.
• Mandatory Training to include:
• Ex Equipment in Hazardous Areas (CompEx EX01 – EX04)
• SBT01 Stage 1 Assemble and Install Small Bore Tubing Assemblies – Twin Ferrule
• MJI10 Stage 1 Initial Training – Hand Torque Bolted Connections

In addition to technical knowledge and credibility, we are looking for someone who lives our values; Agility, Collaboration, Courage, Care, and Delivery. A person who embraces and supports change, brings fresh and progressive thinking to the industry, and has a strong sense of community.

But we’re not just about energy, we’re about Spirit.

At Spirit Energy, we are committed to creating an environment in which our team can thrive. Offering opportunities for career development, and fostering a community that prioritises inclusion, diversity, and equality, we are able to ensure everyone’s ideas are heard and valued.

We are looking for candidates who share our values, Agility, Collaboration, Care, Courage, and Delivery, and are excited about driving the energy industry forward.