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Careers

Here at Valley Hydraulics there’s a few things we know a lot about.

How to grow a successful business for over 60 years…

How to produce quality hydraulic cylinders at competitive prices…

And most importantly… we know how to look after our staff.

We’re expanding and have the following roles available for the right candidates to join our team.

We can offer a 4-day work week, generous holiday allowance and when people join Valley Hydraulics we like to think they have found their home from home, which is why they tend to stay with us for a long time.

If you would like to be part of our journey and posses the right skill sets then please apply for the one of the roles below.

CNC Programmer/Setter

Main Duties

  • Setting and operating CNC Lathes
  • Programme writing and editing
  • Machining components to drawings
  • Working to machining tolerances ensuring finished parts meet required specification
  • Communicate with Engineering, Production and Quality Departments to complete work to schedule

CNC Operator

Main Duties

  • Setting tools and jaws in CNC Lathes
  • Operating CNC lathes to machine precision components
  • Checking machined components meet drawing specifications
  • Measuring and checking own work using various measuring equipment

Cylinder Fitter/Tester

Main Duties

  • Building hydraulic cylinders
  • Checking the cylinders comply with the specifications
  • General engineering assembly/fitting
  • Fault find and repair
  • Pressure testing

CNC Apprenticeship

Main Duties

  • Learn how to program, set and operate CNC lathes and milling machines
  • Be shown how to read and understand technical drawings
  • Full training provided through our chosen training provider as well as in company training
  • Complete all work to high company standards
  • Follow strict health and safety guidelines

Welding Apprenticeship

Main Duties

  • Learn how to weld metal components using MIG and TIG techniques
  • Be shown how to read and understand technical drawings
  • Full training provided through our chosen training provider as well as in company training
  • Complete all work to high company standards
  • Follow strict health and safety guidelines