Field Hydrometrist

Overview

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Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution.

We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

Job title: Field Technician

Location: Basingstoke, Warminster, Chippenham, Reading

Job type: Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours with overtime available

Salary: £24,570 pa

Hydro International – Data Insights & Analysis ltd, (formally Hydro-logic Services) a CRH Company, is a leading UK provider of advanced data services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance, and reduce environmental impact. We have been operating in the UK for around 40 years and undertake data analysis and collection for a variety of customers nationwide.

We compile, quality assure and issue data reports to clients relating to water levels, water quality and discharge. We operate and maintain the Hydro-Logic Flexi Logger 105 equipment installed at around 1,400 sites across the country. We offer services to major clients as well as smaller local authorities and parish councils when needed. Our flood water monitoring systems provide invaluable data to communities affected by heavy rainfall.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Hydrometry and monitoring team.

Responsibilities:

• Visit various sites, primarily undertaking field measurements of water quantity (flow), depth, quality, rainfall, etc.
• Install, operate, and maintain telemetry logging equipment.

Essential

• A passion for working outdoors in all weather conditions
• Comfortable working in water, strong swimming skills
• Confidence in working at heights (e.g., ladders) and ease in confined spaces
• Good computer literacy (MS Office – Word, Excel)
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant environmental field (e.g., Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, etc.)
• Awareness of potential risks and safety protocols
• Hands-on experience with power and hand tools
• Willing to travel as required
• Valid UK driver’s license for 12 months +

Experience

• Full training is provided; prior experience is not required if the essential skills are possessed
• Experience with hydrometric field data collection is beneficial but not essential

Aptitude and attributes

• Self-starter, dependable, flexible/adaptable
• Proactive, strong communicator
• Willingness to travel and stay away from home as needed
• Ability to meet deadlines and work as part of a team or independently
• Passion for the water and environment sector

Career advancement
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This role offers potential for career advancement within our organisation.

Training desirable but not essential

• Working at height, confined space entry, first aid at work, water safety
• Water hygiene, hydrometric techniques, SSSTS, CSCS

Benefits

• Overtime
• Pension
• 2 x Life Assurance
• Sick Pay
• Lunch allowance
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Company vehicle

What Hydro International Offers You

• A culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion
• Highly competitive salary package
• Comprehensive secondary benefits
• Significant contribution to your pension plan
• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress within a global organization

Equal opportunity and related statements are included as part of the original description.

How to apply Please apply through our job portal. We do not accept candidate introductions from recruitment agencies unless instructed by our recruitment team.

Equity statements CRH is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment. Benefits/perks may vary depending on the employment nature and country.