Hydraulics Technician

h3Hydraulics Technician /h3 pbLocation: /b Naples, Italy /p pbSalary: /b Up to £65,000 + /p pbContract: /b 6x Month FTC July 2027 /p pbTravel: /b Some Travel Required /p h3The Opportunity /h3 pAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Hydraulics Technician to join a high-performance technical team competing at the pinnacle of international sailing. /p pYou’ll play a key role in the assembly, installation, testing and maintenance of advanced hydraulic actuation systems that control the flight and performance of a high-performance race yacht. /p pWorking within a collaborative and technically driven workshop environment, you’ll help ensure critical hydraulic systems operate safely, reliably and at peak performance throughout the competition. /p pThe bVisa, travel and food expenses will all be covered by the company /b, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take on an international engineering assignment. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul libAssembly Installation: /b Assemble, install and plumb complex hydraulic systems, including manifolds, rotary actuators and linear rams. /li libMaintenance Servicing: /b Support planned maintenance schedules, ensuring hydraulic systems meet strict servicing and safety requirements. /li libRace Operations: /b Assist with daily dock-out procedures, yacht preparation and launch activities to ensure systems are ready for sailing. /li libTesting Validation: /b Build, maintain and operate hydraulic test rigs to validate components, conduct proof-loading and flush systems before installation. /li libInspection Quality: /b Inspect components for wear, fatigue and corrosion, providing feedback to the Design Team on serviceability. /li libStock Spares: /b Manage hydraulic spares, seals, fittings and consumables to support rapid turnaround and competition readiness. /li libWorkshop Standards: /b Maintain excellent standards of safety, cleanliness and organisation. /li libCompliance Documentation: /b Maintain accurate service records and ensure work complies with applicable AC75 Class Rules and technical regulations. /li libTeam Collaboration: /b Work closely with the wider technical team to resolve issues, improve reliability and deliver against demanding deadlines. /li /ul h3Essential Skills Experience /h3 ul liRecognised mechanical apprenticeship, vocational qualification or equivalent experience in fluid power systems. /li liProven experience assembling, maintaining and fault-finding high-pressure hydraulic systems, ideally operating above 350 bar. /li liExperience working within a motorsport, aerospace, marine or similarly demanding engineering environment. /li liDemonstrable experience leading or coordinating technicians, mentoring junior team members and managing workloads under pressure. /li liAbility to interpret complex hydraulic schematics and engineering drawings. /li liExperience installing and setting up hydraulic instrumentation, including pressure transducers and position sensors. /li liStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. /li liA proactive, adaptable approach, with the ability to work accurately to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. /li /ul h3What’s on Offer? /h3 ul liSalary of up to b£65,000 /b, depending on experience. /li lib6-month fixed-term contract through to the end of July 2027. /b /li libCompany-paid visa, travel and food expenses. /b /li liThe opportunity to contribute to a world-class America's Cup campaign at the intersection of sport and advanced technology. /li liA technically challenging role working with high-performance hydraulic systems. /li liOpportunities for professional development and career progression. /li /ul

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