Ideal candidates will live in the Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Essex or Greater London areas.In this exciting new field-based role you’ll be using your experience of performing hydrostatic pressure tests to represent our Stopper Specialists brand on customer sites in the South East region, performing a pressure testing service on customer or third party assets using Stopper Specialists’ maintained equipment.You'll be tasked with safely and expertly carrying out pressure testing activities and completing relevant RAMS documents as needed for specific assignments.Key Responsibilities Set up and operate testing equipment including flanges, joint sets/gaskets, manifolds, pumps and data loggers.Complete hydrostatic pressure test procedures on ductile iron and polyethylene pipework in accordance with IGN 4-01-03 and/or customer requirements.Troubleshoot and problem solve possible issues affecting pressure test success on site.Maintain test equipment using established service procedures to ensure equipment quality and accuracy.Use dedicated software/portal to input key hazard and risk mitigation measures that will create informed RAMS documents for each pressure test assignment.Liaise with site agents, managers, stakeholders of customer organisations to manage timescale expectations and communicate pressure test successes and/or failures with clear feedback.What We’re Looking For Valid driving licenceExperience performing hydrostatic pressure tests in live industrial/construction site environments.Capable of using high precision measuring equipment such as data loggers and flow meters.Strong knowledge and awareness of site safety procedures, safe systems of work, hazard identification and incident prevention.Experience and appreciation of compiling RAMS documentation relating to hydrostatic pressure testing.Strong communication skills when providing feedback to relevant stakeholders on pressure testing assignments.Preferable skills (training qualifications can be offered within 6 months of appointment):EUSR Hydrostatic Pressure TestingEUSR National Water Hygiene CardEUSR SHEA WaterCSCS CardIOSH Managing SafelyKnowledge of flow control equipment and drainage integrity tests (air)What We Can Offer You 25 days annual leave + bank holidaysCompany PensionLife Assurance coverSave As You Earn SchemeCycle to work schemeFree on site parkingFree Tool HireTraining & Development OpportunitiesRegular Discounts (eg. Samsung, Nike, Airbnb, Virgin Wines)A Little Bit About UsGroundforce is the market-leading rental provider of excavation support systems and specialist products for the water, civil engineering, and construction industries. With a remarkable 60-year heritage, we offer comprehensive shoring and related services.Operating under the Groundforce banner, we provide a wide range of solutions, including shoring, piling, construction training, temporary bridging, and more. Our goal is to be the convenient one-stop shop for "total solutions" in the construction and civil engineering industry.At Groundforce, we pride ourselves on our divisions, including Groundforce Shorco, Piletec, Mr Cropper, Stopper Specialists, Groundforce Bridge, and Groundforce Training Services. We continually invest in acquiring associated businesses to enhance our product portfolio and offer reliable and high-quality equipment for our customers.Excellence is our priority. We hold ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental stewardship, and safety.Join Groundforce, where we deliver exceptional support, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. Apply today and be part of our team that takes pride in our industry-leading position.Vp plc is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.
