Training and Technical Engineer

Salary Range: £29k – £33k per annum.

Location: Alton, Hampshire.

To provide first‑class technical and regulatory training in hydrostatic testing to new and existing customers. To ensure the effective operation, maintenance, and support of hydrostatic testing equipment by delivering expert installation, support, servicing and calibration. The role supports customers both on‑site and remotely, ensuring safety, compliance with relevant regulations, and minimal disruption to operations, while maintaining high standards of professionalism and technical excellence.

• Perform routine servicing and calibration of hydrostatic test rigs.
• Conduct pressure gauge calibration and repairs on test system components in the workshop.

• Carry out on‑site fault diagnosis and repairs of high‑pressure gas cylinder testing systems.

• Install and commission complete systems.
• Implement upgrades and modifications to existing systems.
• Complete all associated documentation and admin tasks.

• Work unsupervised at customer premises, often in industrial environments.
• Liaise with customer staff at all levels in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ensure safety and efficiency while minimising disruption to customer operations.
• Maintain a positive, professional image at all times.

• Provide technical assistance directly to customers via email, phone, or in person.
• Support internal colleagues and contribute to the preparation of customer quotations.

• Deliver training courses (face‑to‑face and remote) on DOT Regulations (CFR
  49) / ADR Regulations / Operational procedures / Bespoke training solutions.
• Contribute to the development and updating of training materials in line with regulatory and other changes.
• Handle pre‑ and post‑course administration.
• Contribute to the development of new courses.

• Travel throughout the UK, with occasional overnight stays.
• Occasional travel overseas, primarily within Europe.

• Degree, HNC, or ONC in an engineering‑related discipline.
• Previous experience in a mechanically biased servicing or technical support role.
• Flexible with working hours and travel.
• Strong communication skills, comfortable presenting to small groups (technicians, supervisors, managers, and international customers).
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office packages.
• Confident, people‑focused, and detail‑oriented.
• Organised and self‑reliant with practical problem‑solving abilities.
• Good manual dexterity and physical fitness.
• Good eyesight (correctable with glasses).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Valid passport.

• Knowledge of other languages, particularly French or German.
• Experience in a training or teaching role.
• Background in pressure testing or related industry.
• Familiarity with DOT CFR
  49 and/or ADR regulations.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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