Field Engineer (Water Industry)

The Company has over 40 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of battery-powered data logging, meter reading and pressure control products for the utilities sector. The products and solutions use the latest technologies and innovation to facilitate efficient management of water and gas networks.

We are seeking a self-motivated individual for a Field Engineer role, which involves installing, and configuring data equipment on the water network. This is a permanent position working for a utilities company who will provide full training, vehicle and equipment needed for the role.

This role will involve travelling within the North East region.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 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.

The Candidate:

• Full clean driving license – a DVLA license check will be undertaken.
• Clean basic DBS Check. 
• You must have a strong work ethics 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.
• Flexibility to accommodate the business needs.

Prior experience is not necessary, as all internal and external training will be provided. However, previous electrical and mechanical experience of any nature is an advantage, as well as relevant academic qualifications such as BTEC Engineering or BTEC Electrical.

Benefits Package:

• Workplace pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Fully expensed company vehicle including fuel card.
• Potential career advancements.
• 40 hours, Monday to Friday.
• 20 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) increasing based on service.

As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.