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Hydraulic Technician
Job Posted: 24 days ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire
Expire in: 3 days
Job Description
Hydraulic Technician
Location: Lincolnshire
Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Hydraulic Hose Technician to join our team. This is a practical, customer-facing role centred on the manufacture, assembly, and supply of hydraulic hose and fittings to specification. The successful candidate will have a solid working knowledge of hydraulic hose products and assembly techniques, with the ability to work accurately and efficiently in a busy depot environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Manufacture and assemble hydraulic hose assemblies to customer specification, including cutting, crimping, and fitting of hoses and end fittings across a range of pressure ratings and standards.
* Identify and select the correct hose, fittings, and adaptors from stock using catalogues, cross-reference guides, and technical knowledge.
* Operate hose crimping machinery safely and accurately, maintaining tooling and dies in good working order.
* Provide counter sales support, advising customers on hose selection, routing, and specifications — in person and over the phone.
* Assist with same-day and emergency breakdown hose replacement, including site visits where required.
* Carry out pressure testing of completed hose assemblies in line with relevant standards and quality procedures.
* Accurately complete job cards, works orders, and delivery documentation.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in hydraulic hose assembly and manufacture, including cutting and crimping.
* Working knowledge of hydraulic hose types, pressure ratings, end fittings, and industry standards (e.g. SAE, DIN, BSP).
* Ability to identify and cross-reference hose and fitting specifications from technical catalogues.
* Experience operating hose crimping equipment.
* Good customer service and communication skills, comfortable in a counter sales environment.
* Methodical approach with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
* Full UK driving licence.
Desirable Skills & Experience
* Experience with a hydraulic hose distributor or depot environment.
* Knowledge of hydraulic fittings and adaptors across multiple thread forms (BSP, JIC, ORFS, Metric).
* Familiarity with brands such as Parker, Gates, Manuli, Alfagomma, or Stauff.
* Experience with mobile plant, agricultural, or construction machinery hydraulics.
* NVQ or equivalent qualification in fluid power, engineering, or a related discipline.
* Forklift licence.
* Experience using stock management or ERP systems.
Personal Attributes
* Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to manage your own workload effectively.
* A team player willing to support colleagues across the depot.
* Customer focused with a professional approach to all stakeholders.
What We Offer
* Permanent, full-time position based at our Grantham depot.
* Supportive team environment with an established and reputable business.
* Opportunity to develop your skills across a broad range of hydraulic applicationsBefore You Apply
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