Transport Vessel Technician
Sutton Weaver, Cheshire
Hutchinson Technical Services
Competitive Salary | Overtime Available | Specialist Training | Career Progression
Join One of the UK's Leading ADR Transport Vessel Specialists
Hutchinson Technical Services is a specialist provider of inspection, repair, testing and maintenance services for transport vessels carrying hazardous chemicals, gases and powders throughout the UK.
As part of the Hutchinson Group, we work alongside our sister company, Hutchinson Transport, one of the UK's fastest-growing specialists in ADR chemical and gas transport. Together, our businesses provide customers with a complete solution, from the safe transportation of hazardous products to the inspection, testing and maintenance of the equipment that carries them.
With continued investment, expanding facilities and ambitious growth plans, there has never been a better time to join our team.
Our Values Drive Everything We Do
At Hutchinson Technical Services, we don't just talk about our values—we live by them every day.
Safety – Nothing is more important than ensuring our people, our customers and the public go home safely every day. We work on equipment designed to transport hazardous chemicals, gases and powders, so maintaining the very highest safety standards is fundamental to everything we do.
Service – We build long-term partnerships by delivering exceptional quality, reliability and customer support.
Progress – We continually invest in our people, equipment and facilities to remain at the forefront of the ADR transport industry.
Integrity – We do what we say we will do, acting honestly, professionally and with respect in every situation.
Sustainability – We believe in building a stronger, more sustainable future for our business, our customers and the industries we support.
If you share these values and have a genuine commitment to working safely, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Transport Vessel Technician, you'll be responsible for the inspection, repair, maintenance and statutory preparation of transport vessels used for carrying hazardous chemicals, gases and powders.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Inspection and repair of ADR road tankers and ISO tanks.
- Preparation of vessels for statutory ADR inspections and testing.
- Pressure testing, leak testing and commissioning.
- Inspection and overhaul of valves, pipework, pressure relief devices and associated equipment.
- Mechanical fault finding and repair.
- Working to ADR regulations, industry standards and manufacturer specifications.
- Producing accurate inspection and maintenance documentation.
- Ensuring all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety.
Experience We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from engineers with experience in areas such as:
- Pressure vessel maintenance.
- ADR tankers.
- ISO tank maintenance.
- Chemical road tankers.
- Gas road tankers.
- Industrial mechanical engineering.
- Petrochemical or process industries.
- Cryogenic equipment.
- Heavy engineering or specialist mechanical maintenance.
Highly Desirable Experience
- High-pressure transport vessels, particularly T50 ISO tanks.
- Gas tanker inspection and repair.
- Cryogenic tank systems and equipment.
- Pressure relief valves and safety systems.
- Stainless steel fabrication and pipework.
- Pressure testing and leak detection.
- Welding or coded welding (advantageous but not essential).
The Ideal Candidate
You'll be someone who:
- Puts safety above everything else.
- Takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship.
- Has excellent mechanical fault-finding skills.
- Works well independently and within a close-knit team.
- Is organised and committed to completing work to the highest standards.
- Wants to continually learn and develop specialist engineering skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Specialist training in ADR transport vessels.
- Career progression within a growing business group.
- Modern workshop facilities and specialist equipment.
- Company pension.
- Holiday entitlement.
- Full PPE and workwear provided.
Why Join Hutchinson Technical Services?
This is far more than a workshop role. You'll become part of a business group that is investing heavily in the future of hazardous goods transport and engineering services.
Working alongside our rapidly expanding transport operation gives our technicians exposure to some of the UK's most specialised ADR equipment, providing opportunities to develop skills that are highly valued throughout the industry.
If you're looking for a technically challenging career with a company that genuinely values Safety, Service, Progress, Integrity and Sustainability, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today by sending your CV and a short covering email telling us about your experience.
Pay: £18.00-£22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
