A place to grow
We’ve been proudly established since 1997, and many of our team members have grown their careers with us over the years.
In fact, more than a third of our employees have been with us for over 10 years and some for more than two decades!
Every valve we engineer, every project we complete, and every satisfied customer is the result of our team’s collective dedication, expertise, and commitment to a shared goal. If you’re looking for a place where you can belong, contribute, and build a lasting career, then you’ve found it with ACV.
Our values
At ACV, we are committed to leading the valve and automation industry through technical excellence, exceptional customer service, and unwavering integrity. Our culture is built on collaboration, respect, and a strong sense of belonging due to our long-standing family values, where every employee is empowered to grow, contribute, and reach their full potential. We actively encourage every team member to share ideas and play a meaningful role in shaping and improving the business.
We collaborate across all teams to deliver success for our customers & suppliers.
We cultivate strong, lasting relationships to ensure thriving partnerships.
We foster trust by communicating openly, honestly and respectfully at all levels of our organisation.
We hold ourselves to high ethical standards, take responsibility for our actions, and follow through on our commitments.
We are committed to delivering products and services that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
Through our technical expertise, rigorous quality control, and continuous improvement, we ensure every solution is reliable, high-performing, and sustainable.
We promote a supportive, respectful, and inclusive working community where every individual feels a strong sense of belonging.
We prioritise well-being, personal growth, and job satisfaction, creating an environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
We use our technical knowledge to solve complex challenges and offer expert advice, empowering our customers with tailored solutions.
To ensure we are forward-thinking, we continually look to evolve and improve through training and upskilling.
Employee benefits
We believe that when our people thrive, so does our business. We’re proud to offer a range of benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and work-life balance.
26 days annual leave
Enhanced Pension
Annual bonus
Flexible working
Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
Employee assistance programme
Flu vaccinations
Company sick pay
Eyesight care
Company events & charity days
Workwear provided
Free on-site parking
DEI & our community
Diversity, equality & inclusion
We are committed to a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive. By celebrating diverse perspectives and backgrounds, we ensure every voice is heard. DEI guides how we hire, work, grow, and lead together.
Giving back
Our team regularly gets involved in fundraising for local and national charities. It’s all part of our commitment to doing good while having fun together.
Meet our employees
Andreas Georgiou
Warehouse Operative
Colleen Clarke
Order Management Manager
Danielle Robertshaw
Document & Project Management
Luke Beasley
Sales Engineer
Andreas Georgiou
Warehouse Operative
I work in the Goods-In Team where I coordinate incoming materials, inspect components, manage documentation, and help keep warehouse operations efficient while supporting ISO 9001:2015 standards. I enjoy the strong teamwork and family feel where everyone supports one another, which makes work genuinely enjoyable. Since joining, I’ve gained new skills, including forklift training, and the company has even provided English lessons to support my development. A highlight was being named Employee of the Month, which boosted my confidence. This is a workplace that truly values people and encourages growth. Outside work, I enjoy family time, travelling in the UK and abroad, nature, good food, and football.
Colleen Clarke
Order Management Manager
I manage the Order Management Team, overseeing order processing, stock control, compliance, and documentation to keep operations running efficiently. I value the company’s fun, compassionate culture and supportive, family-like atmosphere. Since joining as a Stock Controller, I’ve taken on broader responsibilities, introduced a Perpetual Stock Take that cut disruption from weeks to a day, and in 2024 became Team Lead. A highlight was joining in a role created specifically for me, reflecting the trust I’ve built. ACV offers great people, strong leadership, and plenty of wellbeing initiatives. Outside work, I enjoy family time, countryside walks, gardening, and a well-earned rum and diet coke.
Danielle Robertshaw
Document & Project Management
I communicate daily with suppliers and customers to expedite purchase orders through emails, calls, and site visits, while managing document reviews and submissions through the full cycle. I joined as a Document Controller and am now training as a Project Manager, supported by the Company as I study for the APM PFQ. I’ve also expanded my technical knowledge through in-house valve and automation training. The environment is incredibly supportive, and being named Employee of the Month was a real highlight. My advice to new starters: be ready to learn. Outside work, I enjoy Formula 1, holidays, romantasy books, arts and crafts, and the gym.
Luke Beasley
Sales Engineer
Day to day, I translate customer enquiries into clear technical solutions, working closely with sales and engineering to solve problems and build trusted relationships. I started in QA, learning quality checks, procedures, certification, and stock control before moving into sales, progressing from admin support to managing my own clients. A standout moment was helping launch ACV Europe BV and spending six months in The Netherlands, a huge vote of confidence. The culture is supportive, sociable, and full of perks and team events. Outside work I’m usually playing rugby, in the gym, or out with friends. If you’re considering joining – do it.
Join our team
We’re always looking for people who share our values, thrive in collaboration, and want to contribute to our success. At ACV, we focus on recognising your potential, supporting your growth, and creating genuine opportunities for career progression.
On the job learning &
development
Fair hiring & support
Based on skills, potential, and cultural fit
Development opportunities
In-house and external training to help you grow personally and professionally.
Career pathways
From apprenticeships to leadership roles, with clear routes for progression.
Real-world experience
Hands-on programmes that blend practical learning with academic study.
Recognition & growth
Valuing unique strengths and rewarding contributions with genuine advancement
opportunities.
What to expect from our recruitment process
Roles are advertised
We advertise roles both internally and externally, using job boards and, occasionally, recruitment agencies.
Applying for a role
Applications should include a CV and an optional cover letter to help us get to know you.
Shortlisting
Shortlisted candidates are invited to on-site interviews, giving us a chance to get to find out more about each other. No need for formalwear - smart-casual is perfectly fine.
Reviewing candidates
We carefully review applications, focusing on relevant skills, experience, and potential.
Interviewing
We usually hold one round of interviews to keep the process efficient and respectful of your time.
Job offers
Offers are made subject to references and right-to-work checks (we’ll guide you through the process).
Onboarding & support
We’ve developed a comprehensive onboarding experience to make sure you feel confident, connected, and ready to succeed from day one.
Before you join, we’ll stay in touch with helpful information to prepare you for your first day.
On Day one, you’ll follow a tailored plan to help you settle in, meet your team, and learn the ropes.
During your probation period, your manager will provide support, guidance, and access to any training or resources you need.
Current vacancies
Ready to apply?
Apply by clicking on the “Apply now” button or email your CV to hr@acv-group.com
Sales Manager Automation (UK & Ireland)
Job Description
Location: Home-based but within the UK. Attendance at the office will be required periodically as part of the role.
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum, depending on skills & experience.
Reports to: Group Sales Director
We’re looking for an experienced external Sales Manager with a background in automation to join our growing valve & automation engineering business. This is a key role within the company, to identify new business opportunities, retain and maintain our valued existing clients, and implement sales activities. The role requires a lot of UK/Ireland travel each week to existing and new clients.
Who are we?
ACV is a specialist engineering and manufacturing business based in Coalville, Leicestershire, delivering high-quality valve and flow control solutions to customers across the UK and internationally. Built on strong technical expertise and a collaborative culture, we take pride in our precision, reliability, and commitment to continuous improvement. Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we work together to deliver trusted solutions for demanding industrial environments. ACV has an amazing, supportive culture based on long-standing company values, making it a great place to develop your career!
How to Apply
Please send your CV and (optional) cover letter to HR@acv-group.com
Qualifications & Skills
You will have specific responsibility to promote our range of automation products, including Pneumatic, Electric, and Hydraulic automation packages plus associated equipment. A high level of technical understanding of our products and services will be required, along with great communication skills with engineers and buyers alike.
This role require collaboration with internal teams to develop new products and solutions, negotiate sales terms and review distributor’s performance.
If you don’t possess this level of automation experience, then we are keen to receive applications from external sales engineers who want to work in the field of automation and can show us the skills to develop in this role!
Speculative applications
We’re always looking for people who share our values, thrive in collaboration, and want to contribute to our success. At ACV, we focus on recognising your potential, supporting your growth, and creating genuine opportunities for career progression.
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How to find us
Our offices are located at Bardon Hill, just outside Coalville in Leicestershire. We’re conveniently situated 10 miles north-west of Leicester city centre and 9 miles south-west of Loughborough, making us easily accessible from across the region.
Bardon Hill, LE67 1PH
United Kingdom