Leak Detection Engineer — Site-Based, Van & Overtime

MPJ Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Brand-new company van + fuel card

Paid training with travel, lodging and

Overtime potential

Bonus up to 4% of annual salary

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Job summary

MPJ Recruitment is working with a growing business to recruit a Leak Detection Engineer covering Reading and surrounding areas. The role is predominantly site-based, performing leak surveys across domestic water systems using traditional and advanced detection equipment.

You will locate leaks with listening sticks, ground microphones and acoustic correlators, provide cost-effective repair recommendations, and produce detailed water supply plans. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in leak detection is essential.
• Experience with listening sticks, ground microphones and acoustic correlators.
• CAT & GENNY experience.
• Knowledge of specialist leak detection technologies.
• Thermal imaging experience (desirable).
• Experience with domestic surface reinstatement, such as paving and block paving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving abilities.
• WIAPS approved or equivalent (preferred).
• Relevant certifications/training (advantageous).
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out leak detection investigations on domestic water systems.
• Locate leaks using listening sticks, ground microphones, acoustic correlators and other specialist equipment.
• Use CAT & GENNY equipment to locate underground services and trace metallic and plastic supply pipes.
• Provide clear, cost-effective and minimally invasive repair recommendations.
• Produce detailed technical reports, including water supply plans/layouts.
• Communicate findings clearly and professionally to customers.
• Carry out small-scale enabling works and reinstatement where required.
• Troubleshoot complex mains water systems using a logical and methodical approach.

Skills

Leak detection

Listening sticks

Ground microphones

Acoustic correlators

CAT & GENNY

Thermal imaging

WIAPS approved

Full UK driving licence

Tools

CAT & GENNY equipment

Thermal imaging devices

Job description

MPJ Recruitment is working with a growing business to recruit a Leak Detection Engineer covering Reading and surrounding areas. The role is predominantly site-based, performing leak surveys across domestic water systems using traditional and advanced detection equipment.

You will locate leaks with listening sticks, ground microphones and acoustic correlators, provide cost-effective repair recommendations, and produce detailed water supply plans. A full UK driving licence is required.