Bolting & Torquing Technician – Industrial Maintenance

About the role

The Bolting & Torquing Technician will support maintenance, shutdown and commissioning activities at industrial sites, ensuring flange integrity and compliance with recognised standards.

Key responsibilities

• Perform manual torquing up to 36 mm and hydraulic torquing up to 155 mm.
• Execute bolt tensioning for stud sizes from 2 3/8" to 4".
• Inspect, prepare and manage flanges, selecting and installing appropriate gaskets.
• Troubleshoot seized or damaged bolts during maintenance and shutdown work.
• Operate and carry out minor maintenance on hydraulic torquing and tensioning tools.
• Prepare and submit Final Torque Reports (FTR) and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with API, ASME PCC‑1‑2022, SAES‑351 and all HSE requirements.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or ITI/Vocational Certificate in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Hands‑on experience in bolting and torquing during industrial maintenance, shutdown or commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of flange management, gasket selection and relevant standards.
• Ability to safely operate hydraulic bolting and tensioning equipment.
• Good troubleshooting skills, attention to detail and strong safety awareness.

Required skills

• Manual torquing
• Hydraulic torquing
• Bolt tensioning
• Flange management
• Gasket selection
• Hydraulic bolting equipment operation
• Troubleshooting seized bolts
• Knowledge of API, ASME PCC‑1‑2022 and SAES‑351 standards