Field Service Engineer – Sheffield

Cura Terrae; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime 1.5x

Pension Scheme

Career development & training

Company events

22 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Cura Terrae in Sheffield is seeking hands‑on Field Service Engineers to join a small team delivering field‑based services across the UK. You will install, calibrate and maintain flow and water quality equipment in wastewater networks, often working in confined spaces and traveling overnight.

Ideal candidates have practical engineering experience, a willingness to learn, and a full UK driving licence. You will join a supportive environment with training, development, and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Proven hands-on engineering experience in field-based roles.
• Willing to travel across the UK and stay away overnight.
• Full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
• Able to work in confined spaces within wastewater networks.
• Good IT skills with tablets, apps or databases.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and calibrate flow monitoring equipment.
• Enter confined spaces following health and safety protocols.
• Operate company vehicles and complete regular checks.
• Complete paperwork and digital reports accurately and on time.
• Represent Cura Terrae professionally on client sites.
• Ensure the safe use of tools and equipment.
• Work flexibly to adapt to changing schedules and travel demands.

Skills

Field engineering

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Driving licence

Education

Engineering qualification (Bachelor's or equivalent)

Tools

Flow monitoring equipment

Job description

We’re looking for hands‑on, motivated Field Service Engineers to join our Team in Sheffield. You’ll work as part of a small team (2–3 people), delivering field‑based services across the UK carrying‑out installation, calibration and maintenance of Flow and Water Quality equipment throughout the UK. The installation and maintenance work will require you to enter and work in confined spaces within the waste‑water networks.

This is a field‑based role involving working outdoors, in confined spaces, and traveling across the UK, often requiring overnight stays. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys practical, physical work in varied environments and thrives on solving problems in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and calibrate flow monitoring equipment within wastewater networks.
• Enter and work in confined spaces, following health and safety protocols.
• Operate company vehicles safely and complete regular checks.
• Complete paperwork and digital reports accurately and on time.
• Represent Cura Terrae professionally on client sites and during fieldwork.
• Ensure the safe use of tools and equipment in accordance with company policies.
• Work flexibly to adapt to changing work schedules and travel demands.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in field‑based or hands‑on engineering roles (e.g., utilities, telecoms, or environmental monitoring).
• Experience with flow monitoring equipment is ideal, but full training will be provided.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and a practical mindset.
• Able to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Invested in your own development and keen to learn new technical skills.
• Good communication and basic IT skills (comfortable using tablets, apps, or databases).
• Willingness to work away from home and adapt to changing schedules.
• A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.

What you’ll get

• Overtime paid at 1.5x
• £5 breakfast (working between 06:00–08:00)
• £5 lunch
• £30 evening meal (when staying away overnight)
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension Scheme
• Career development support, including training and paid professional memberships
• Regular company events
• Friendly, inclusive working culture
• Be part of a business making a positive impact on the environment

About Cura Terrae

Cura Terrae Water, formerly EMS (Environmental Monitoring Solutions), is a leading environmental consultancy providing services across water, air, emissions, and data monitoring. We help businesses meet and maintain environmental compliance through cutting‑edge technology and expert support.

As part of Cura Terrae, we’re proud to be a Great Place to Work certified company, offering a positive, inclusive and respectful workplace. We invest in people, support career growth, and promote wellbeing across the business.