Leakage Technician

Tetra Tech Europe; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking experienced Leakage Technicians to support leakage investigation on a Scottish Water contract. You will carry out detailed leakage surveys, use leak detection equipment to locate and quantify losses, and record findings via data collection apps.

Field-based across Scotland, with regular travel and opportunities for progression within Tetra Tech. In addition to delivering accurate leak detection and high-quality field data, you will contribute to regulatory leakage targets

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory drugs and alcohol testing and a DBS check.
• Desirable: EUSR Water Hygiene, EUSR DOMS, NRSWA Unit 2, leakage certifications.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed leakage surveys and detections across Scotland.
• Use leak detection equipment to locate and quantify losses.
• Support repair promotion and maintenance teams with findings.
• Record results via data collection apps and deliver high-quality field data.

Skills

Leak detection

Field work

IT/digital reporting

Client focus

Reliability/flexibility

Job description

Experienced Leakage Specialists Helping Protect Scotland’s Water Network

Purpose and scope of the role:

Tetra Tech’s Water Consultancy is seeking experienced Leakage Technicians to support leakage investigation across a Scottish Water contract. You will carry out detailed leakage surveys, use leak detection equipment to locate and quantify losses, support repair promotion and maintenance teams, and record findings via data collection apps. Work covers public and private supply areas across Scotland and contributes directly to regulatory leakage targets and network performance.

Your Impact In This Position

In the short term, you will deliver accurate leak detection and high-quality field data. Over the medium term, you will improve network performance through targeted interventions and support team efficiencies. Longer term, experienced technicians can progress to lead roles, training and mentoring positions, or broader operational responsibilities within Tetra Tech.

Core Capabilities

• Leak detection competence – Proven use of, or rapid learning in, correlation, ground microphones, noise logging, step testing and pressure zero testing to pinpoint leaks accurately.
• Field working and physical resilience – Comfortable working outdoors in all weather, handling heavy items and operating safely on highways and in confined spaces when required.
• Technical recordkeeping and IT skills – Accurate digital reporting, confident use of data collection apps and basic IT skills to support asset management and client reporting.
• Client focus and teamwork – Strong customer service, clear communication with clients and maintenance teams, and willingness to support colleagues across tasks and locations.
• Reliability and flexibility – Dependable attendance, ability to work variable hours including occasional nights or weekends, and willingness to travel across Scotland.

Skills, Qualifications And Experience

Expected: full UK driving licence; willingness to undertake mandatory drugs and alcohol testing and a DBS check.

Desirable: EUSR Water Hygiene, EUSR DOMS, NRSWA Unit 2 accreditation, Leakage certifications, and proven leakage or water network experience for experienced roles.

Work patterns & locations:

Field-based role across Scotland with regular travel; flexible hours and occasional weekend or night work. Salary negotiable depending on experience; overtime rates and benefits available. Training and on-the-job development provided.

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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.