Pressure Testing Engineer

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A technical recruitment agency is seeking a Field Pressure Testing Technician to perform hydrostatic pressure tests in the Birmingham area. The role involves setting up testing equipment, ensuring safety procedures, and maintaining high standards in testing. The ideal candidate will have a full driving license, experience on industrial sites, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary between £34,000 - £37,000 along with various benefits is offered.

Benefits

Competitive annual bonus scheme

Salary sacrifice pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free tool hire

Life assurance (3x salary)

Learning & Development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience performing hydrostatic pressure tests on live sites.
• Competent in using precision measuring equipment.
• Strong knowledge of on-site safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a range of pressure testing equipment.
• Carry out hydrostatic pressure testing as per requirements.
• Liaise with site agents and stakeholders for test updates.

Skills

Hydrostatic pressure testing

Communication skills

Safety procedures knowledge

Education

EUSR Hydrostatic Pressure Testing

EUSR National Water Hygiene Card

EUSR SHEA Water

CSCS Card

IOSH Managing Safely

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

Data loggers

Job description

We're delighted to offer an exciting new field-based opportunity in our clients team covering the Birmingham area. If you have hands‑on experience conducting hydrostatic pressure tests and enjoy working independently across customer sites, this role will allow you to showcase your technical expertise while representing a trusted industry brand. You'll be supporting customers across the Midlands region, delivering high‑quality pressure testing services using our well‑maintained specialist equipment.

As a Field Pressure Testing Technician, you will be responsible for safely and professionally performing hydrostatic pressure tests on customer or third‑party assets. You will also complete all relevant RAMS documentation, support site teams with technical feedback, and ensure all Stopper Specialists equipment is maintained to the highest standards.

Job Overview

• Set up and operate a range of pressure testing equipment, including flanges, joint sets/gaskets, manifolds, pumps, and data loggers.
• Carry out hydrostatic pressure testing in accordance with IGN 4‑01‑03 and/or customer‑specific requirements.
• Troubleshoot on‑site conditions to resolve issues that may impact test success.
• Maintain testing equipment using established service procedures.
• Use dedicated software/portals to input hazard and risk mitigation measures, generating accurate RAMS documents for each assignment.
• Liaise with site agents, managers, and stakeholders to manage timelines, provide updates, and communicate test results clearly.

Job Requirements

• Full, valid driving licence.
• Proven experience performing hydrostatic pressure tests on live industrial or construction sites.
• Competent in using precision measuring equipment such as data loggers and flow meters.
• Strong working knowledge of on‑site safety procedures, safe systems of work, hazard identification, and incident prevention.
• Experience creating RAMS documentation related to pressure testing.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly when delivering technical feedback.
• Preferred: training can be provided within 6 months of appointment.

Additional Certifications

• EUSR Hydrostatic Pressure Testing.
• EUSR National Water Hygiene Card.
• EUSR SHEA Water.
• CSCS Card.
• IOSH Managing Safely.
• Knowledge of flow control equipment and drainage integrity tests (air).

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £34,000 - £37,000
Hours: 40 hours per week

• Competitive annual bonus scheme.
• Salary sacrifice pension.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Additional holiday purchase scheme.
• Free tool hire.
• Life assurance (3x salary).
• Share save scheme.
• Eye care vouchers.
• Recommend‑a‑friend scheme.
• Learning & Development opportunities – structured in‑house and external training.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Long‑service recognition.
• Savings across thousands of major brands.
• Mobile contract discounts.
• Gym discounts.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi‑disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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