Job Description
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team dedicated to improving network performance, reducing leakage and helping safeguard water resources for future generations. Working across a variety of network environments, you will utilise industry-leading leak detection technology to accurately identify and locate leaks while supporting operational and repair teams in delivering a more efficient water network.
As a Leakage Technician, you will be responsible for detecting, investigating and accurately locating leaks across the water distribution network. Using a range of specialist leak detection equipment, you will play a key role in identifying underground leaks, reducing water loss and supporting successful repair activities.
You will work independently and as part of a wider network operations team, carrying out surveys, analysing network conditions and delivering accurate data that contributes to improved operational performance and customer service.
Key Responsibilities as a Leakage Technician:
- Carry out detailed surveys to locate and assess water leakage, including on large diameter mains.
- Support repair teams by providing precise leak location data.
- Conduct survey and project work beyond standard leak detection tasks.
- Complete all required documentation accurately, including timesheets, survey forms, and leak reports.
- Perform Step Testing to identify areas of high leakage within the network—typically undertaken at night for accuracy and minimal customer disruption.
Leakage Technician Requirements:
- Full UK driving licence
- EUSR Water Hygiene certification
- Unit 2 Street Works qualification
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rates
- Company van and fuel card
- Opportunities for career progression
- Day and night shifts available (Monday-Friday)
If you are looking for a fantastic Leakage Technician opportunity and want to work for a forward-thinking Company, then apply now with your current updated CV.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.