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Water Officer
| Posting date: | 31 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13,479 to £15,287 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 21 November 2025 |
| Location: | Calcot, Reading |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service |
| Job type: | Temporary |
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Summary
About the role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) in a key operational support role. As Water Officer, you will play a vital part in ensuring effective water supply for firefighting across the county.
This fixed-term post (12 months) offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to contribute to a critical public safety function. You will oversee hydrant inspections, coordinate repairs, maintain accurate data using SC-Capture, and liaise with water companies, local authorities, and internal teams. The role also includes representing RBFRS at regional and national water forums and supporting the Hydrant Inspector with administrative and operational tasks.
Importantly, this Water Officer will help guide the implementation of new practices that align RBFRS more closely with neighbouring fire and rescue services. The fixed-term nature of the post reflects the need for dedicated oversight during this period of transition and improvement
About you:
We are seeking a motivated and organised individual with a solutions-focused approach. You enjoy working independently and collaboratively, and you’re confident communicating with a range of stakeholders.
Specifically, you’ll bring:
•Experience in utilities, fire hydrant management, or a related field
•Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office; SC-Capture training will be provided)
•Knowledge of hydrant inspection and repair processes
•Ability to interpret technical plans and assess water schemes
•Knowledge and experience of managing hydrant maintenance budgets
The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables) is:
•Manage and monitor hydrant inspections, testing, and repairs
•Maintain accurate hydrant data and provide timely reports
•Liaise with water companies and authorities to resolve hydrant issues
•Represent RBFRS at water-related meetings and forums
• Support the Hydrant Inspector and provide basic administrative assistance
• Raise purchase orders and maintain budget logs for hydrant repairs
Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Technical knowledge of hydrant systems and water supply planning
• Experience managing data and using IT systems
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Understanding of health and safety and data protection requirements
• A current EU driving licence and willingness to travel across Berkshire
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service (RBFRS) in a key operational support role. As Water Officer, you will play a vital part in ensuring effective water supply for firefighting across the county.
This fixed-term post (12 months) offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to contribute to a critical public safety function. You will oversee hydrant inspections, coordinate repairs, maintain accurate data using SC-Capture, and liaise with water companies, local authorities, and internal teams. The role also includes representing RBFRS at regional and national water forums and supporting the Hydrant Inspector with administrative and operational tasks.
Importantly, this Water Officer will help guide the implementation of new practices that align RBFRS more closely with neighbouring fire and rescue services. The fixed-term nature of the post reflects the need for dedicated oversight during this period of transition and improvement
About you:
We are seeking a motivated and organised individual with a solutions-focused approach. You enjoy working independently and collaboratively, and you’re confident communicating with a range of stakeholders.
Specifically, you’ll bring:
•Experience in utilities, fire hydrant management, or a related field
•Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office; SC-Capture training will be provided)
•Knowledge of hydrant inspection and repair processes
•Ability to interpret technical plans and assess water schemes
•Knowledge and experience of managing hydrant maintenance budgets
The key focus of this role (Key Responsibilities and Deliverables) is:
•Manage and monitor hydrant inspections, testing, and repairs
•Maintain accurate hydrant data and provide timely reports
•Liaise with water companies and authorities to resolve hydrant issues
•Represent RBFRS at water-related meetings and forums
• Support the Hydrant Inspector and provide basic administrative assistance
• Raise purchase orders and maintain budget logs for hydrant repairs
Key role requirements (knowledge, skills and experience):
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
• Technical knowledge of hydrant systems and water supply planning
• Experience managing data and using IT systems
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Understanding of health and safety and data protection requirements
• A current EU driving licence and willingness to travel across Berkshire
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