Field Team Manager

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 Team Manager

Locations – Head office in Theale, Reading with potential locations in (Clevedon/Southwest to be considered)

Job type - Permanent

Hours - 37.5 hours

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.

Hydro International -Data Insights & Analysis has been operating in the UK for around 40 years and undertakes 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. While the head office is based in Theale, this position will primarily cover Reading (Clevedon/Southwest to be considered). Flexibility and a willingness to work in nearby areas are essential for this role.

Responsible for: South Field Technicians

Physical Requirements:         

                                           Drivers Licence              Required            

                                           Passport                            Required

Competence & Qualifications:

• 3 years working experience working within industry
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Office, Aquarius and Hydrolog, Harvest and fieldwork techniques
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Self-motivated
• The ability to work well within own team
• Possession of a degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant environmental field (e.g., Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, etc.)
• Experience of managing a small team                                                                               

Skills & Attributes:

• Reliable, confident, friendly and approachable.
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work under pressure, manage time and prioritise effectively.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to forward plan, use initiative, and work in a discrete and confidential manner.
• Flexible and adaptable to meet the varying demands of the role from time to time.

• A passion for working outdoors in all weather’s conditions
• Comfortable working in water, strong swimming skills
• Confidence in working at heights, such as using ladders, and ease in working within confined spaces.

Key duties:

1. Logistics and scheduling of fieldwork and freelancers
2. Resource management (staff, equipment, vehicles)
3. Line Management for Field team
4. Recruitment of Field staff alongside the Head of Operations, both permanent and contract staff (advert, recruitment channels, interviewing, selection etc)
5. Induction for new starters
6. Training for Field team
7. Technical Specialist/ Go to person for Field team, working with our National Technical Specialist.
8. Audits of Quality and H&S in the field
9. Project Management of jobs
10. Site reconnaissance visits and proposal writing
11. Quality Control and data checking assisting the Data Manager
12. To be responsible for the health and safety and Environmental aspects affecting self, employees and projects in your control.
13. Other duties which the Company may reasonably require the individual to undertake
14. The role involves visiting various sites, primarily undertaking field measurements of water quantity (flow), depth, quality, rainfall etc. Additionally, responsibilities include the installing, operating, and maintaining of telemetry logging equipment.

Benefits:

• Overtime available
• Pension
• 2 x Life Assurance
• Sick Pay
• Lunch allowance (during field work)
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

What Hydro International Offers You

• A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

• Highly competitive salary package

• Comprehensive secondary benefits

• Significant contribution to your pension plan

• Excellent opportunities to develop and progress with a global organization

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