Civil Supervisor plus two Operatives (Pipeline Testing)

CPB Northwest Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

CPB Northwest Ltd is seeking a skilled Pipeline Pressure Test Technician to support a testing team on site across challenging terrains. The role requires setting up equipment, conducting hydrostatic or pneumatic tests, and strict adherence to safety procedures.

You will work with high-pressure components, record data with dataloggers, maintain exclusion zones, and ensure timely, safe operations. Certifications such as High-Pressure Testing Competent Person and CSCS/CCNSG are required, with

Qualifications

• Valid High-Pressure Testing Competent Person certification.
• Relevant field safety card (e.g., EUSR Water Hygiene, CSCS, CCNSG).
• Hands-on experience with high-volume fill pumps, pressure stroke pumps, manifold set-ups, calibrated test gauges, and electronic line monitors.
• Physical ability to lift heavy rigging equipment, manage industrial hoses, and work outdoors or in confined spaces.
• 2–3 years as a dedicated pressure tester or mechanical fitter.

Responsibilities

• Set up blind flanges, temporary headers, high-pressure hoses, manifolds, and safety relief valves.
• Execute Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) to isolate the test segment.
• Conduct system flushing, venting/de-aeration, and slow filling; pressurise safely using water or inert gas.
• Track and record performance with dual-pen charts, deadweight testers, and electronic dataloggers.
• Cord off high-pressure areas, establish exclusion zones, patrol perimeters, and halt operations if risks arise.

Skills

High-pressure testing

Field safety

Equipment handling

Physical stamina

Team coordination

Tools

Pressure gauges

Line monitors

Hydrostatic pumps

Pneumatic pumps

Deadweight testers

Dataloggers

Job description

# Civil Supervisor plus two Operatives (Pipeline Testing)Reference CPB-26-042Location: FY76DPContract: Full TimePay: £Neg per hourExpected hours: 50Posted: 23 Oct 2026## Job descriptionWe are seeking a skilled and certified Pipeline Pressure Test Technician to assist with pipeline testing teamKey ResponsibilitiesSet up blind flanges, temporary headers, high-pressure hoses, manifolds, and safety relief valves.Execute standard Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) to isolate the test segment cleanly.Conduct system flushing, line venting/de-aeration, and slow filling. Pressurise pipelines safely using water (hydrostatic) or inert gases (pneumatic) in compliance with structural codes.Track and record performance parameters using dual-pen chart recorders, deadweight testers, and electronic dataloggers to flag pressure drops or thermal variances.Cordon off high-pressure areas, establish clear exclusion zones, patrol perimeters, and halt operations if line movement or joint failure risks arise.Required Qualifications & SkillsCertifications: Valid High-Pressure Testing Competent Person certification. Relevant field safety card (e.g., EUSR Water Hygiene, CSCS, CCNSG.Tool Competency: Hands-on experience with high-volume fill pumps, pressure stroke pumps, manifold set-ups, calibrated test gauges, and electronic line monitors.Physical Capability: Fit to lift heavy rigging equipment, manage industrial hoses, and work dynamically across outdoor terrains or confined project spaces.Professional Experience: Minimum 2–3 years acting as a dedicated pressure tester, mechanical fitter.## Qualifications* SSSTS* CSCSA CV is required for this vacancy.