Team Leader

Cura Terrae; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Company social events

Job summary

Cura Terrae is seeking an experienced Team Leader – Field Service Engineer to lead CWQM projects across the UK.

This role combines hands-on engineering with day-to-day supervision of field activities, overseeing installation, commissioning, maintenance and servicing of water quality monitoring systems while guiding Field Service Engineers to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to high quality standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Field Service Engineering, ideally in water/environmental sectors.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning, fault finding and maintaining instrumentation/telemetry systems.
• CWQM systems experience is desirable.
• Confident leading and supporting a team while delivering high-quality work.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of health & safety practices, RAMS and risk assessments.
• Hands-on, adaptable, across varied site environments.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Field Service Engineers in CWQM system installation, commissioning, servicing and maintenance.
• Carry out commissioning, fault finding, diagnostics and repairs on monitoring systems.
• Oversee site surveys and equipment preparation/installation activities.
• Ensure data is reliable and high quality, with proper configuration.
• Promote health, safety and environmental compliance and RAMS.
• Meet client requirements and regulatory obligations on all works.
• Collaborate with PMs, clients and internal teams to deliver projects.
• Coach and develop Field Service Engineers.

Skills

Field Service Engineering

Team Leadership

CWQM knowledge

RAMS & safety

Driving licence (UK)

Job description

Cura Terrae Water Limited is looking for an experienced and motivated Team Leader – Field Service Engineer to lead the delivery of Continuous Water Quality Monitoring (CWQM) projects across the UK.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical expertise with day-to-day supervision of field service activities. You'll be responsible for leading installation, commissioning, maintenance, and servicing of water quality monitoring systems while supporting and guiding Field Service Engineers to deliver projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Working across a range of environmental and industrial sites, you'll collaborate closely with Project Managers, clients, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery and exceptional customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support Field Service Engineers in the installation, commissioning, servicing, and maintenance of Continuous Water Quality Monitoring (CWQM) systems.
• Carry out commissioning, fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs on monitoring systems and associated infrastructure.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee equipment preparation and installation activities.
• Ensure monitoring systems are correctly configured and delivering reliable, high-quality data.
• Promote and maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance, including adherence to RAMS and reporting of hazards and near misses.
• Ensure all work meets company standards, client requirements, and relevant regulatory obligations.
• Build strong working relationships with Project Managers, clients, and internal teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Support the development and performance of Field Service Engineers through coaching and technical guidance.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, service delivery, and operational performance.
• Complete accurate service records, reports, and project documentation.

About You

• Proven experience in Field Service Engineering, ideally within the water or environmental sector
• Strong knowledge of commissioning, fault finding, and maintaining instrumentation and telemetry systems
• Experience with Continuous Water Quality Monitoring (CWQM) systems is desirable
• Confident leading and supporting a team while delivering high-quality work
• Strong problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills
• Good understanding of health & safety practices, including RAMS and risk assessments
• Adaptable, hands‑on approach with the ability to work across a range of site environments
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable (training provided if needed):

• Experience in light civils or construction environments
• Confined Space certification
• CSCS card or equivalent

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Employeeperksscheme
• Life assurance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Company social events
• A varied role with opportunities to lead projects that have a positive environmental impact

About Cura Terrae

Cura Terrae is a Great Place to Work certified environmental services group delivering innovative water monitoring and environmental solutions. We help clients meet sustainability and regulatory goals while protecting the environment.