Trainee Field Engineer (Water Industry)

Fort Recruitment; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a self-motivated individual for a Trainee Field Engineer role in the UK. This full-time permanent position involves installing and configuring data equipment on the Wastewater network, with all necessary training provided. The starting salary is £26,000, increasing every six months during training, with excellent prospects in the water industry. The ideal candidate will have a full driving licence and strong communication skills, and flexibility to meet business needs is essential.

Benefits

Fully expensed company vehicle

Mobile Phone and Laptop

Personal Pension Scheme

Full training and certifications

Qualifications

• Full driving licence for manual gears is essential.
• No prior experience is necessary as all training will be provided.
• Previous electrical or mechanical experience of any nature is an advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Relevant academic qualifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Installing & configuring data equipment on the Wastewater network.
• Driving from site to site and working outside in all weather conditions.
• Lifting, carrying and moving equipment and chamber covers.
• Entry into and working within confined spaces.
• Installing and maintaining a variety of mechanical instrumentation.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Education

BTEC Engineering or BTEC Electrical

Tools

Mechanical instrumentation

Job description

We are seeking a self-motivated individual, ideally with an engineering background, for this Trainee Field Engineer role which involves installing & configuring data equipment on the Wastewater network.

This is a full-time permanent position working for an outstanding Company who will provide full training, a vehicle and the equipment needed for the role. You will become a fully trained Field Engineer and also receive training in other specialist areas of the firm’s business.

Trainee Field Engineer – Benefits

• A starting salary of £26,000pa
• Salaries are then increased every 6 months during training quickly rising to £30,000pa
• Salaries will then continue to rise based on progression and performance
• A fully expensed company vehicle including a fuel card
• Full training and certifications are provided as part of the role
• Excellent prospects in a vital Industry
• All necessary tools, uniforms and equipment will be provided
• 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
• Mobile Phone and Laptop
• Personal Pension Scheme

Trainee Field Engineer (Water Industry) - Daily activities

• Driving from site to site and working outside in all weather conditions
• Lifting, carrying and moving equipment and chamber covers
• Entry into and working within confined spaces
• Installing and maintaining a variety of mechanical instrumentation

Trainee Field Engineer (Water Industry) - The Candidate

• Full driving licence for manual gears is essential
• No prior experience is necessary as all training will be provided for the role
• Previous electrical or mechanical experience of any nature an advantage
• Previous experience as a field engineer is useful
• Relevant academic qualifications an advantage e.g. BTEC Engineering or BTEC Electrical
• You must have a strong work ethic and a desire to learn quickly during training
• You will be interacting with customers / clients on a daily basis so excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
• Flexibility to accommodate business needs

If you think you have the necessary skills for this Trainee Field Engineer (Water Industry) role then please apply today