Electrician - Portland
Country: United Kingdom
City: Portland - with UK travel required
Req ID: 505223
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: Onsite
Seniority Level: Associate
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.
⚡ Electrician
📍 Portland, Dorset
💰 £33,000 - £50,000 OTE (DOE)
Join a team that keeps the UK's wastewater infrastructure running.
🌍 About Us
Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a global leader in sustainable water management solutions. For over 40 years, we've helped municipal, industrial and construction customers improve water processes, reduce environmental impact and protect communities from flooding and pollution.
With operations in more than 40 countries and supported by over 80 distribution partners, we deliver innovative, safety‑first products and services that set the benchmark in the industry.
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This role sits within our UK Wastewater Services (UKWWS) team, supporting water utility companies across the UK.
🔧 About the Job
We are looking for an experienced, qualified Electrician to join our team based in Portland, Dorset. This is a hands‑on, varied field role with real scope for progression.
You will:
- Install, commission, set up and test water filtration systems on sewage treatment sites
- Carry out site inspections, fault finding and produce survey reports for quotations
- Interpret technical instructions using mobile electronic equipment
- Work at heights, in confined spaces and in all weather conditions
- Travel across the UK with regular overnight stays
- Occasionally support engineering workshops across the UK
- Work collaboratively with other engineers and trades within the business
If you enjoy practical engineering work, problem‑solving and being part of a team that keeps vital water assets operating - this role is for you.
⭐ About You
You'll need:
- A valid UK driving licence
- NVQ Level 3 - Electrical Installations
- 18th Edition qualification
- JIB Gold Card
- City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing)
You'll also bring:
- A safety‑first mindset
- Flexibility and willingness to work away from home
- Ability to follow technical instructions accurately
- Strong communication skills
- A positive, reliable and proactive approach
- Competitive salary
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Overnight subsistence allowance
- Additional overnight/stay‑away payments
- Life cover - 2* annual salary
- Pension scheme
- Minimum 23 days holiday + bank holidays
- Company sick pay
- Flu vaccinations
- DSE eye tests
- Mental Health First Aiders & wellbeing support
- Training & professional development opportunities
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
Connect your future to CRH
We are curious to learn more about you. At CRH, we believe our mutual differences contribute to the healthy, productive, and enjoyable workspace we create. Please introduce yourself and send us your application.
Is this role not for you, but do you know someone who would love to join the team? Please let us know!
CRH finds it important that vacancies are shared to individuals that may find them interesting and/or could be suitable for the role
Please contact our recruitment team at careers@hydro-int.com .
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Benefits/perks listed above may vary depending on the nature of the employment with CRH and the country where you work.
Please note that we cannot accept any applications submitted through email for GDPR purposes. Candidates must apply through our job portal.
We do not accept candidate introductions for this position from recruitment agencies, unless you have been instructed to do so by our recruitment team.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion