Leakage Technician - Days

Ardour Associates Ltd; St Leonards; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities company is looking for a Leakage Technician to join their team in St Leonards. In this critical role, you will be responsible for detecting water leakage and ensuring efficient network operation. You will need experience in leakage detection, a full UK driving licence, and confidence in using detection equipment. The company offers a salary between £27,000 and £30,000, along with a van, tools, and additional perks like accommodation if needed.

Benefits

Van

PPE

Tools

Bonus

Accommodation if needed

Qualifications

• Experience in leakage detection or similar field-based utility work.
• Full UK driving licence (clean or minimal points).
• Confident using leakage detection equipment and mobile handheld technology.

Responsibilities

• Carry out active leakage detection using various techniques.
• Investigate and pinpoint suspected leaks on water mains.
• Liaise with network control and repair teams.
• Collect and record accurate field data.
• Support field surveys and assessments.
• Promote health and safety best practices.

Skills

Leakage detection experience

Use of leakage detection equipment

Good physical fitness

Tools

Acoustic listening sticks

Correlators

Ground microphones

Noise loggers

Job description

Job Title : Leakage Technician

Location : Hastings

Salary : £27,000 - £30,000

• Van, PPE, Tools & Bonus

Will offer accommodation if needed

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a proactive and reliable Leakage Technician to join their team and play a key role in the detection and reporting of water leakage across the Southern Water framework. This role is critical in helping reduce water loss, improve network efficiency, and meet environmental targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out active leakage detection using various techniques including acoustic listening sticks, correlators, ground microphones, and noise loggers.
• Investigate and pinpoint suspected leaks on both public water mains and customer supply pipes.
• Liaise with network control, repair teams, and customer services to ensure timely resolution of identified issues.
• Collect and record accurate field data, including GIS locations, leak details, and asset condition.
• Support field surveys and assessments as part of planned or reactive maintenance activities.
• Promote health and safety best practices at all times and ensure compliance with company procedures.

Requirements : Essential

• Experience in leakage detection or similar field-based utility work.
• Full UK driving licence (clean or minimal points).
• Confident using leakage detection equipment and mobile handheld technology.
• Good level of physic...