Acoustic Logging Technician - United Utilities

RPS Group Plc; Risley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consultancy is seeking Trainee Acoustic Logging Technicians to support water network projects in the North West of England. The role requires working outdoors to locate leakage using acoustic data. Applicants should possess a full UK driving licence and have good hearing, alongside basic maths and English skills. This position offers personal development opportunities within a supportive company that prioritizes employee growth.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Career pathway opportunities

Qualifications

• Enjoy working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willing to work occasional nights, weekends, and overtime.
• Take pride in your work and care for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Locating water main fittings using plans.
• Deploying and retrieving loggers that record acoustic data.

Skills

Customer service

Basic maths

Basic English

IT skills

Good hearing

Organizational skills

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

RPS are seeking Trainee Acoustic Logging Technicians for our United Utilities contract to take acoustic samples, which indicate leakage, on the water network.

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

We have opportunities available in the North West.

The project is based from the Warrington office but we are hoping to receive applications from Merseyside, Lancashire and Greater Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to develop their skills and experience with one of the UK's leading Environmental Consultancies.

About The Team

The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry-leading services to the UK Water Industry and our employees are involved in services supporting Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency.

The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions. This includes reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities. Our Team assess, diagnose, and determine the most appropriate solution to reduce leakage and fully support the delivery of regulatory targets and work to pinpoint leakage with a level of accuracy that delivers a great service for clients.

About You

• to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks.

Your Responsibilities

• Locating water main fittings using plans.
• Deploying and retrieving loggers that record acoustic data to help locate leakage.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Enjoy working outdoors, as most of your work is conducted outside (rain or shine).
• A good standard of basic maths and English.
• Basic IT skills.
• Willing to work occasional nights, weekends and overtime as required.
• Have good hearing.
• Tidy and well organised.
• Take pride in your work and take good care of work equipment and tools.
• Happy working alone and as part of a team (full training will be provided).

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence.

Health and Safety

• May involve moving heavy items including inspection chamber covers.
• Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also).
• May be required to work in confined spaces and on highways.
• Mandatory drug and alcohol tests are undertaken and a DBS check will be conducted.

What’s in it for you?

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you'll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech's 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource‑scarce world.

By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market‑leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Kickstart your adventure with endless possibilities within AS&I!

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. If this opportunity suits your career journey, we'd love to hear from you.

Application

All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.