Join our client’s skilled engineering team as a Valve Technician in Oldham – offering a competitive £15.50/hour, great benefits, and the chance to work on varied, challenging industrial valve projects.

Valve Technician
Oldham, Manchester, OL4 2AB

Full time, Monday – Friday
Permanent position
£15.50 per hour

Please Note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK

Our client is a leading specialist in the repair and reconditioning of industrial valves, including safety valves, across all makes, types, and sizes. With many years of expertise, they are well-known in the valve repair industry and trusted by major companies with ongoing contracts. Every day brings a new challenge, and they pride themselves on delivering precision engineering solutions tailored to their customers’ needs.

The Role

We are looking for a mechanically skilled Valve Technician to join our client’s busy Oldham workshop. You’ll work under general supervision, handling a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the servicing, repair, and maintenance of industrial valves.

Key Responsibilities:

Service, repair, and maintain a wide range of industrial valves
Operate light and medium-duty equipment safely and effectively
Work to precise technical specifications and customer requirements
Carry out quality checks to ensure repairs meet high standards
Undertake occasional site work, including overnight stays when required
Participate in weekend and overtime work when necessary to meet customer demand

Benefits

Competitive pay at £15.50/hour
39-hour working week with an early Friday finish
Company pension scheme
Varied and interesting workload – no two days are the same
Opportunities for skill development and progression

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a reliable and adaptable technician with strong mechanical fitting skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. About you:

Proven mechanical fitting or engineering experience
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards
Flexibility to work overtime and travel for site work
A team-focused attitude and willingness to learn new skills

Apply today and start your next career chapter with a respected and supportive engineering company.

How to apply for the role:

If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.

You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.

We welcome applications from any individual regardless of ethnic origin, gender, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation or age. All applications will be considered on merit.

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Other suitable skills and experience include Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Engineer, Service Engineer, Workshop Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Plant Fitter, Industrial Valve Technician, Hydraulic Fitter, Pneumatic Fitter, Mechanical Service Technician.