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Field Operations Technician – Smart Metering

SUEZ

England

Hybrid

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

A leading company in environmental services seeks an individual for the installation and maintenance of smart metering networks across Southeast England. This entry-level role involves working closely with subcontractors and technical teams, offering training for necessary qualifications. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical or Radio Engineering and be proactive in problem-solving within a diverse team.

Qualifications

  • Qualification in Electrical or Radio Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
  • Understanding of fixed radio networks or smart metering systems is required.
  • Experience in mechanical or electrical environments (telecoms, utilities) is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Installing, commissioning, and maintaining smart network assets.
  • Monitoring network performance and diagnosing connectivity issues.
  • Supporting firmware updates and managing maintenance requests.

Skills

Communication
Problem Solving
Flexibility

Education

Qualification in Electrical or Radio Engineering

Job description

What will I be doing?
The purpose of this role is to ensure the reliable installation, operation, and maintenance of smart metering networks that support water and Smart Metering team services.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Installing, commissioning, and maintaining smart network assets.
  • Monitoring network performance and diagnosing connectivity issues.
  • Supporting firmware updates and managing maintenance requests.
  • Collaborating with subcontractors and central technical teams.
  • Capturing and updating asset data using management systems.
  • Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Working primarily in the field across Southeast England with some hybrid working. (approx. 4 days field-based & up to 1 day home or office based)

What are the requirements?

  • Qualification in Electrical or Radio Engineering or equivalent technical experience.
  • Understanding of fixed radio networks or smart metering systems.
  • Experience in mechanical or electrical engineering environments (telecoms, utilities, power distribution).
  • Strong communication skills to explain technical information clearly.
  • Confident, proactive, and professional approach with problem-solving ability.
  • Flexible and willing to travel across the Southeast region as required.
  • Experience with firmware or sensor-related software is a strong advantage but not essential.
  • Commitment to working safely and inclusively in a diverse team environment.

This role can be entry-level and we are able to provide training for most of the requirements.

Who we are

SUEZ is a major player in environmental services. For almost 160 years, SUEZ has supported local communities and industrial companies in the management of essential services such as water, waste, and air quality. As such, SUEZ produces drinking water for 66 million people worldwide, recovers 2 million tons of secondary raw materials per year, and generates 3.1 TWh of renewable energy from waste.

SUEZ Digital Solutions, a SUEZ subsidiary, is committed to improve the environmental and economic performance of water & waste industries by leveraging the expertise of SUEZ Group through data analytics and AI. The 700+ experts of SUEZ Digital Solutions design, develop, deploy smart water, and smart waste solutions worldwide.

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