Experienced Leakage Technician

Tetra Tech Europe; Lewes; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Leakage Technician to support the South East Water contract across Sussex. You will investigate clean water networks to identify leakage and unaccounted-for consumption, helping the client achieve key performance targets.

Working alongside maintenance teams, you will carry out network investigations and record findings using data collection apps. The role requires at least two years’ water network experience, a full UK driving licence and strong IT skills.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ water network experience.
• A full UK driving licence and competent IT skills are essential.
• EUSR Water Hygiene, EUSR DOMS and NRSWA Unit 2 are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Investigate leakage on water networks and identify unaccounted-for consumption across Sussex.
• Record findings through data collection applications and produce clear reports.
• Work with maintenance and field delivery teams to meet client targets.
• Operate across public and private land with safety considerations.

Skills

Leakage detection

Water networks

Ground microphone

Noise logging

Leak quantification

Step testing

Pressure Zero Testing

IT skills

Driving licence

Education

EUSR Water Hygiene

EUSR DOMS

NRSWA Unit 2

Job description

Find hidden losses. Protect vital water resources. Build your technical career with Tetra Tech.

Purpose And Scope Of The Role

Tetra Tech is seeking an experienced Leakage Technician to support the South East Water contract across Sussex. You will investigate clean water networks to identify leakage and unaccounted-for consumption, helping the client achieve key performance targets. Working alongside maintenance and field delivery teams, you will carry out network investigations, pinpoint leaks on public and private land, complete step testing and Pressure Zero Testing, and record findings through data collection applications. The role offers hands‑on experience across a varied water network and the opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure projects.

Your Impact In This Position

In the short term, you will apply your technical expertise to improve leakage detection, data quality and repair outcomes. Over time, you will strengthen your capability across network investigation, asset surveying and water efficiency, while building trusted relationships with clients and operational teams. Your development will be supported through training, a personal development plan and a transparent career pathway within Tetra Tech’s global consulting and engineering network.

Core Capabilities

• Demonstrable experience investigating water networks and identifying leakage and unaccounted-for consumption, with at least two years’ relevant water network experience.
• Competence in correlation, ground microphone use, noise logging, leak quantification, step testing and Pressure Zero Testing.
• Practical experience in utility tracing, asset surveying and working safely on public and private land.
• Competent IT skills, with the ability to collect accurate data, produce clear reports and work effectively with maintenance teams and clients.
• Full UK driving licence, willingness to work across Sussex and in varying weather conditions, including occasional night work, and the physical capability to lift inspection covers. Drug and alcohol testing applies to this role.

Skills, Qualifications And Experience

At least two years’ water network experience and demonstrable experience in a comparable leakage role are required. A full UK driving licence and competent IT skills are also essential. EUSR Water Hygiene, EUSR DOMS and NRSWA Unit 2 accreditation are desirable. Further training and development will be supported by Tetra Tech.

Work patterns and locations:

This is a predominantly field-based role covering Sussex, with work scheduled around operational requirements and client targets. You should expect to work outdoors in all weather conditions and occasionally at night.

Description

Why join Tetra Tech?

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients’ most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.