Field Technician - Reading
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are the leading independent Hydrometric Consultant in the UK, providing water monitoring systems to local authorities, water companies & the Environment Agency.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team in South England. The role involves visiting various sites, primarily throughout South East and West England, undertaking field measurements of water quantity (flow), depth, quality, rainfall etc, plus the installation, operation and maintenance of telemetry logging equipment.
SKILLS
ESSENTIAL
· Installation skills, including use of power and hand tools
· Passion for working outdoors
· Comfortable working in water, able to swim
· Comfortable working at height, e.g. ladders etc
· Good level of computer literacy (MS Office – Word, Excel etc)
· Full UK driving licence
· GCSE or equivalent in Geography, Maths and English
DESIRABLE
· A Level in Geography
· Degree or other suitable qualification in a related environmental discipline (e.g. Env. Science, Geography, Outdoor Education etc)
EXPERIENCE
· Full training is provided, so none required provided you have the essential skills listed above
· Experience with Hydrometric field data collection is useful but not essential
APTITUDE AND ATTRIBUTES
· Self-starter
· Reliable
· Flexible/ adaptable approach
· Proactive
· Good communicator
· Prepared to travel and stay away from home, if required
· Ability to work to deadlines
· Interest in working in the water & environment sector
· Able to work in a team and on your own
LOCATION
A home-based location near to any of the following locations would be ideal:
· Reading, Newbury, Basingstoke, Slough or Farnborough.
If this is you, please send a detailed CV with a covering letter telling us why you think you’ll be right for us, and us for you.
Salary: £20.5k + Overtime + Pension + Per Diem Lunch allowance
Full-Time (37.5hrs/ week) with opportunity to work overtime.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £20,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK driving licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in READING
Reference ID: Field Tech South
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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