Pressure Testing Technician (Water Pipelines)

  • Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
  • Jul 06, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

Pressure Testing Technician (Water Pipelines)

18.00 - 20.00 per Hour + OTE 50,000 + Company Van + Overtime + Specialist Training + Progression + Company Benefits

North London (Field Based)

Are you a Water Engineer or Pipeline Technician looking to join a specialist infrastructure business?

Do you want to receive industry-leading training in pressure testing, chlorination, and dechlorination while working on major water infrastructure projects across the South of England?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist contractor providing pressure testing, chlorination, and commissioning services for water pipelines throughout the UK. Working with utility companies, civil engineering contractors, and infrastructure providers, this company has built an excellent reputation for technical expertise, quality, and reliability.

In this field-based role, you'll travel to customer sites carrying out pressure testing, chlorination, dechlorination, and commissioning activities on new and existing water pipelines. You'll be working in a team or individually, once confident and qualified.

The ideal candidate will have experience within water utilities, plumbing, pipeline installation, civil engineering, or a similar mechanical field and be happy with regular travel throughout the South of England.

The Role:

  • Carrying out pressure testing on water pipelines and associated infrastructure
  • Completing chlorination and dechlorination of new pipeline installations
  • Using specialist monitoring and testing equipment
  • Producing technical reports and maintaining accurate project records
  • Working closely with utility companies, contractors, and site teams
  • Field-based role with regular travel and overtime available

The Person:

  • Background in water utilities, plumbing, mechanical engineering, or pipeline installation
  • Experience working on site within utilities or infrastructure environments
  • Full UK driving licence

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Reference Number: BBBH26148

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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