Valve Mechanical Engineer & Apprentices - Swansea

Industrial Valve Services Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company NEST pension

Training provided for skills and safety certifications

All PPE and training expenses covered

Job summary

Industrial Valve Services Ltd is seeking a Valve Technician in Wales to handle maintenance, assessment, and repair of industrial valves. This full-time role includes testing various types of valves at facilities and client locations. Candidates should have strong knowledge in valve repair techniques and must hold a full UK driving licence.

Training in forklift operation and CCNSG Card acquisition will be provided. The position offers opportunities for growth within the company, along with a company pension.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in valve repair techniques or equivalent qualifications.
• Experience in forklift driving is a plus.
• Holder of a CCNSG Card or willingness to obtain.
• Full UK driving licence and suitable transport.

Responsibilities

• Repair and test various types of valves.
• Perform disassembly, cleaning, inspection, and testing of valves.
• Adhere to site safety and quality control procedures.
• Communicate updates to management and clients.

Skills

Strong knowledge of valve types, components, and repair techniques

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work in a team

Punctuality

Self-motivated

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ / HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Specialized equipment for valve repair

Job description

POSITION: Full Time (Note: 3 Months Probationary)

SALARY: Competitive (To be discussed at Interview)

REPORTS TO: Workshop Supervisor/Operations Manager

Job brief

The Valve Technician position performs maintenance, assessment, repair, and testing on various types of industrial valves.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for repair and testing of various valves, including but not limited to ball valves, gate valves, butterfly valves, safety relief valves, control valves etc.
• Perform disassembly, cleaning, inspection, measuring, reassembly and testing of various valves at our Swansea facilities (Occasionally Pembroke) and client locations.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to valve maintenance and repair
• Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment for valve repair
• Ability to read and follow technical drawings, schematics, and manuals and comply with company quality control procedures.
• Thoroughly complete all documentation associated with testing and repairs.
• Ability to travel to job sites and adhere to all site safety and performance requirements.
• Communicate timely updates to management, co-workers, and customers to ensure timely and successful completion of job responsibilities.
• Works closely with co-workers, management and QEHS Co-ordinator to ensure safety of themselves and that of others.
• Carry out transportation of valves to and from sites when required.

Qualifications and experience

• Strong knowledge of valve types, components, and repair techniques
• NVQ / HNC in Mechanical Engineering (Desired but not essential if experience held of 5 Years)
• Experience in fork lift driving (If not – training will be provided)
• A Full UK driving licence & suitable transport
• You must be punctual, self-motivated and willing to learn
• You must have excellent organisations skills with the attention to detail
• You must be able to work in a team and sometimes alone
• You must be dedicated to learn new skills and attend regular training as requested by the company
• Holder of a CCNSG Card (If not – training will be provided)
• All PPE, training and expenses paid by IVS
• Ability to work closely within an experienced team
• Company NEST pension
• Prospects to grow within company

About IVS

Established in 1981, South Wales Industrial Valve Services Ltd have been at the forefront of industrial valve reconditioning, maintenance and repair for 40 years.

Our activities span all the major industrial processes in the UK - ferrous/non-ferrous material production, petrochemicals, power generation including gas/coal-fired and renewable production, extractive and manufacturing - and our client list includes some of the best-known brands in the country. Excellent modern facilities at our well-equipped workshops in Swansea and Pembroke Dock enable us to cope with valves ranging from ½ inches up to 120 inches in diameter.