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Hydrosave UK Limited; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Leave

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work

Professional Development

Long Service Awards

Hybrid working

Job summary

Hydrosave UK Limited is seeking a Smart Water Services Field Technician (FTC) to join our growing Water Services division. The role will be field-based, working primarily outdoors to install and maintain water sensors that record acoustics, pressure and flow.

You will use specialist equipment, complete timesheets and reports, and ensure Health & Safety compliance while collaborating with Team Leaders and other technicians. Full training, a company vehicle, and PPE are provided.

Qualifications

• Full, valid UK driving licence.
• Consent to and pass a CRB check.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Good planning and organisational ability.
• Decisive and confident decision-making.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft package for data recording.
• Initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of water sensors used to record acoustics, pressure and flow.
• Use of specialist equipment.
• Accurately complete timesheets, survey forms, and leakage reports.
• Take full responsibility for Health & Safety compliance.
• Work closely with Team Leaders and fellow technicians.
• Report accidents, incidents, and near misses within required timeframes.
• Adhere to company vehicle safety processes and complete daily vehicle checks.
• Demonstrate company values and professional behaviours at all times.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

CRB check

Problem-solving

Planning & organisation

Decision-making

Health & safety awareness

Outdoor work

Strong work ethic

MS Office basics

Independent working

Job description

Smart Water Services Field Technician (FTC)

Job Title: Smart Water Services Field Technician (FTC)

Location: Reading

Hydrosave is a leading specialist contractor working within the water sector. Our services include pipeline inspection, leak detection, valve maintenance, water audits and smart water solutions. The business is dedicated to finding new ways to optimise the efficient use, maintenance and management of water networks.

Hydrosave works as trusted partner to UK water utilities, consultants, contractors and commercial water customers. Focusing purely on underground infrastructure, innovation and specialist expertise is the focus: our people are water industry experts with unparalleled experience and in-depth knowledge of their technical disciplines.

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen to join the Smart Water Services division and support the installation of network sensors.

This is a field-based role and we are seeking individuals who can work outdoors, develop technical skills, and play a key part in maintaining reliable and sustainable water services. This role is ideal for someone who is seeking to start a career in the water industry and learn new skills.

Full training will be provided, along with company vehicle, fuel card, tools and PPE.

The Role:

• * Installation and maintenance of water sensors used to record acoustics, pressure and flow
• * Use of specialist equipment
• * Accurately complete timesheets, survey forms, and leakage reports
• * Take full responsibility for Health & Safety compliance
• * Work closely with Team Leaders and fellow technicians
• * Report accidents, incidents, and near misses within required timeframes
• * Adhere to company vehicle safety processes and complete daily vehicle checks
• * Demonstrate company values and professional behaviours at all times

What you’ll need:

• * Full, valid UK driving licence
• * To consent to and pass a CRB check
• * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• * Good planning and organisational ability
• * Decisive and confident decision-making skills
• * Strong awareness of Health, Safety & Wellbeing
• * Willingness to work outdoors in varying conditions
• * A strong work ethic and a willingness to contribute to the team.
• * Basic proficiency in Microsoft package for data recording.
• * Initiative and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Notes on the role

• * You will work from your home location each day and be prepared to carry out some driving to/from site in your own time.
• * Drug and alcohol testing will be performed throughout the contract

What you’ll get in return:

• * Family-Friendly Leave Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
  Life Assurance cover (role dependant)and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
  Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
  Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
• * Professional Development Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
• * Inclusion & Belonging Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
• * Performance & Recognition Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
• * Flexibility & Opportunities Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)

At South Staffordshire Limited, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities.

We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the