Pressure Systems Maintenance Technician

Executive Integrity; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy is seeking a Pressure Systems Maintenance Technician to enhance and maintain gas systems at their Spadeadam location. You will build test rigs, install pipework, and ensure safety compliance. The ideal candidate holds an HNC/HND in Engineering and has a background in oil and gas maintenance. The role offers vibrant career growth, a range of benefits, and the chance to contribute to a greener world.

Benefits

Non-contractual profit share

Pension up to 9%

Private medical and dental care

Gym allowance

26 days' leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Qualified: Level 3 (minimum) - HNC/HND in Engineering preferred.
• Oil & Gas/process maintenance background; expertise in pipe installation and pressure testing.
• Strong grasp of health and safety regulations; organized and effective under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Building and improving bespoke test rigs for gas systems.
• Installing pipework and associated controls; drafting test and safety procedures.
• Maintaining pressurized gas systems; fault-finding and rectification.

Skills

Oil & Gas/process maintenance

Pipe installation & pressure testing

CMMS experience

Hazardous-area inspections (Ex)

Gas transmission/distribution knowledge

Health & Safety regulations compliance

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

Job description

Job title: Pressure Systems Maintenance Technician (Mechanical/Gas)

Location: Spadeadam, Cumbria (on-site)

Who are we recruiting for?

A pioneering, award-winning test and research facility supporting the energy transition and national safety, delivering strong, assured results for world-class projects.

What will you be doing?

• Building and improving bespoke test rigs for low/intermediate/high-pressure gas systems-be the creative, hands-on expert.
• Installing pipework and associated controls; drafting focused test and safety procedures.
• Maintaining pressurised gas systems; brave fault-finding and rectification.
• Supporting trials that accelerate alternative fuels and net-zero innovation, be a motivated winner.
• Working outdoors across a unique site with varied, inspired projects.

Are you the ideal candidate?

• Qualified: Level 3 (min) - HNC/HND in Engineering preferred or determined to achieve.
• Oil & Gas/process maintenance background; pipe installation & pressure testing expertise.
• CMMS experience; hazardous-area inspections (Ex) and gas transmission/distribution know-how.
• Strong grasp of H&S regulations; focused, organised, and successful under time pressure.
• Full UK driving licence; able to obtain UK Security Clearance.

What's in it for you?

• Vibrant career growth with resources, mentoring, and refreshed learning opportunities.
• Non-contractual profit share; pension up to 9%; life assurance & income protection.
• Private medical, dental, health assessments, gym allowance, flu jabs, eye-care support, EAP.
• 26 days' leave + bank holidays; professional fees reimbursed (to £500); retail discounts.
• Work that matters, creative, improved solutions shaping a safer, greener world.

Who are we?

Executive Integrity is a global executive search and recruitment consultancy for a more sustainable world with a focus on talent within the Maritime and Renewable Energy sectors. We give a proportion of all our profits to Renewable World, a charity that develops affordable and innovative renewable energy solutions to poverty-stricken communities.