Shared Services Partnership
Hydrant Technician HIWFRS624492
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Job Details
Salary Range: £29,540 - £31,022 per annum
Work Location: HIWFRS HQ, Eastleigh and / or local Fire Station (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31 July 2026
Interview Date: 10 - 14 August 2026
The Role
Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire & Rescue Service (HIWFRS) seeks a professional and dedicated Hydrant Technician to support the Hydrants & Water Supplies function.
The postholder will inspect, test, maintain and repair fire hydrants to ensure operational readiness, working independently and with partner agencies. The role requires regular outdoor working in all weather conditions, accurate data recording, effective communication, and full compliance with health, safety and organisational procedures.
Applicants must be capable of undertaking physical tasks, maintaining vehicles and equipment to a high standard, and demonstrating reliability, professionalism and strong technical aptitude.
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Additional Information
Hydrant Technician Job Description and Person Specification
HIWFRS Values:
- Reaching Further - Inspiring and challenging ourselves and others.
- Showing Respect - Fairness, honesty and integrity in everything we say and do.
- Supporting Others - Listening and acting with compassion and empathy.
- Everyone Playing Their Part - Recognising the contribution we all make.
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a Standard DBS Check.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Andy Watson, Hydrants and Firefighting Water Supplies Manager on 07918 888 057
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
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Corporate Equalities Employment Policy: In order to combat indirect discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied to any posts which may unintentionally exclude certain groups of potential applicants from applying or have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, disability, age, ethnic or national origin, marital status, creed, sexuality, trade union activity or responsibility for dependants unless a Genuine Occupational Qualification (GOQ) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
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