Hydraulic Technician

ACE Winches is now part of Ashtead Technology. Together we continue to strengthen our product and service offerings for oil & gas and offshore renewables.

What you'll be doing:

As a Hydraulic Technician, you will play a key role in our hydraulics department, bringing expert-level knowledge and taking the lead where required. You will support and mentor colleagues, helping to raise standards across the team.

In this role, you will work to the highest industry standards to build, assemble, install, maintain, and service both client and in-house hydraulic systems and components. Your work will also cover associated precision and general engineering tasks, both on-site and off-site, representing the company with professionalism and technical excellence.

This role may require you to work offshore / offsite when required on an ad hoc basis.

Day to day responsibilities:

• Manufacture, assemble, and install hydraulic hoses and fixed tubing, including bending and manipulation to specification.
• Identify and work with all types of hydraulic fittings and threads across low, medium, and high-pressure systems.
• Carry out hydrostatic pressure testing, system oil flushing, sampling, and startup/commissioning of hydraulic installations.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose hydraulic systems, including both closed-loop and open-loop configurations.
• Read and interpret hydraulic schematics, parts lists, and documentation; complete fault reports and technical records accurately.
• Manage equipment, tooling, consumables, and materials effectively, ensuring pre-start checks and ongoing maintenance are completed.
• Provide technical hydraulic expertise, mentor colleagues, and participate in department initiatives to improve processes and efficiency.

What experience you'll bring:

Essential:

• You have completed a recognised engineering / trade apprenticeship.
  
• You have previous experience in a similar hydraulic technician role.
• You can to read hydraulic/pneumatic system drawings and Mechanical Engineering drawings.
• You have working knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic control systems.
• You can identify all types of low, medium & high-pressure hydraulic fitting & thread type/identification.
• You have strong knowledge of current hydraulic engineering techniques and systems.
• You hold knowledge to correctly identify thread types, hydraulic fittings and components.
• You have experience of pressure testing of new systems & oil flushing / sampling.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a similar engineering job role.
• You have completed NFPC training courses in Hydraulic Engineering / Competence.
• You have experience working with closed loop hydraulic systems.
  
• You have previous experience working offshore.

Who we are:

Established in 1985, Ashtead Technology is a leading provider of subsea equipment rental solutions, advanced underwater technologies, and support services to the global offshore energy sector. With over 40 years of experience, we specialise in enabling customers to understand the subsea environment and manage offshore energy production infrastructure, including offshore wind farms and oil and gas platforms. Our offering spans the entire lifecycle of these infrastructures, with over 85% of our equipment fungible across both markets.

Headquartered in the UK, Ashtead Technology operates globally with over 600 staff and more than 30,000 assets, making us one of the largest independent rental fleets in the industry. We continue to invest in equipment and have a strong in-house engineering capability to provide the most technologically advanced solutions. Our growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and organic expansion, culminated in a successful IPO in 2021, with shares now trading on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange.

What we'll offer:

• A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed
• The opportunity to make meaningful impact by empowering employees with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their roles and drive business success
• Guidance & support from the experienced leaders you work with who are committed to your success and professional development
• A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members