Valve Technician

First Achieve's Engineering department are looking for a Senior Valve Technician to join our client in Aberdeen.

This role involves a high level of responsibility, including the authority to halt unsafe work practices and conduct comprehensive assessments and repairs on a variety of valves and actuators. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a multi-discipline, dynamic work environment with potential to travel offshore.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct full assessments and reports on valves, dismantle and troubleshoot issues to find root causes and solutions.
• Perform Hydrostatic and Gas pressure testing of valves according to client specifications and internal procedures.
• Identify and list spare requirements during strip and inspection processes.
• Overhaul and test a wide range of valves and actuators, including ball valves, butterfly valves, and control panels.
• Operate overhead gantry, jib cranes, and forklifts safely on a daily basis.
• Build control panels and perform pipe work including leak testing.
• Calibrate control valve positioners and generate test certifications for review and authorisation.
• Collaborate with the Production Controller to pass on reports for spares/overhaul quotations to the sales team.
• Assist in training Apprentice Valve Technicians and participate in workshop and witness inspections.
• Perform stock taking and control, assist with quality control checks, and organise transportation as needed.
• Work onshore, offshore, and visit client sites as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Valve Technician or similar role.
• Familiarity with a variety of valves and actuators, including safety and control systems.