Field Technology Technician

Ferrovial Agroman SA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Comprehensive benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Ferrovial Agroman SA is seeking a Field Technology Technician in Greater London. This role requires experience in PLC programming, communications systems, and IT equipment configuration.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical skills, the ability to troubleshoot and adapt to challenges, and a passion for working in fast-paced environments. Benefits include a collaborative culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in PLC programming and diagnostics.
• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Hands-on experience in building electrical and electronic panels.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site troubleshooting and commissioning activities.
• Work on construction sites to install and test equipment.
• Coordinate with engineering and suppliers for project success.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA systems

industrial communication protocols

IT device configuration

electrical panel assembly

Job description

Job Description

At Infrasolutions, we are looking for a Field Technology Technician with solid experience in industrial automation, communications systems, and on‑site technology deployment. The ideal candidate should have strong technical capability, hands‑on field experience, and the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced project environment.

This role requires a multi‑disciplinary technician with expertise across automation, communications, IT configuration and electrical panel construction—capable of supporting end‑to‑end system deployment in the field.

Key Technical Requirements

PLC and SCADA Programming

• Proven experience in PLC programming, configuration, and diagnostics.
• Ability to perform on‑site troubleshooting, logic adjustments, and commissioning activities.
• Experience with SCADA systems, including configuration, communication mapping, tag management, alarms, and functional testing.

Communications Systems

• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Understanding of network topologies and communication architecture in field environments.
• Ability to configure and test serial, fibre, and IP‑based communication links.

IT Equipment Configuration

• Experience configuring industrial IT devices, including switches, routers, firewalls, gateways and embedded industrial PCs.
• Ability to perform IP addressing, VLANs, routing basics, device hardening and network diagnostics.
• Experience installing and configuring platforms, firmware updates, system backups and remote access.

Electrical and Electronic Panel Assembly

• Hands‑on experience in building electrical and electronic cabinets, wiring, cable routing, and hardware installation.
• Ability to read and work from electrical diagrams, schematics and panel layout drawings.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards, grounding, power distribution and low‑voltage systems.

Field Work Requirements

• Ability to work on construction/industrial sites, perform equipment installation, integration, testing and commissioning.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the capability to work under time‑critical conditions.
• Willingness to travel to site when required.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem‑solving ability and autonomy.
• Clear communication skills for coordinating with engineering, suppliers and site teams.
• High attention to detail and quality when working with safety‑critical systems.
• Flexibility, adaptability and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
• Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
• Career growth: Benefit from global and cross‑business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
• Productivity tools: Utilize cutting‑edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.