Field Leakage Technician: Step Testing Specialist

Finlay Jude Recruitment Ltd; Winchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

PPE provided

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Finlay Jude Associates are recruiting a Step Testing / Leakage Technician to work across the clean water network on field investigations to identify and reduce leakage. You’ll join a structured field team, carry out step tests, operate valves and hydrants, and use flow/pressure data to support leakage reduction and regulatory targets.

Full training, equipment and long-term progression opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in leakage detection, step testing, or water utilities
• Confident operating valves and hydrants
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail
• Outdoor work in all weathers
• Able to work independently and in a field team
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• IT literate with handheld devices

Responsibilities

• Carry out step tests to isolate network sections and identify leakage
• Operate valves, hydrants and other network assets safely
• Use flow and pressure data to pinpoint potential leakage areas
• Conduct on-site investigations and support leakage reduction activities
• Work closely with leakage analysts and control room teams to validate findings
• Record all field activity using handheld devices and internal reporting systems
• Submit accurate job notes, test results and site information
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, including risk assessments and safe dig practices
• Represent the business professionally when working in residential or public areas
• Communicate clearly with customers when required (access, noise, disruption)

Skills

leakage detection

step testing

network operations

water utilities

driving licence

IT literacy

communication skills

Job description

Finlay Jude Associates are recruiting a Step Testing / Leakage Technician to work across the clean water network on field investigations to identify and reduce leakage. You’ll join a structured field team, carry out step tests, operate valves and hydrants, and use flow/pressure data to support leakage reduction and regulatory targets.

Full training, equipment and long-term progression opportunities are provided.