Network Technician

Portsmouth Water; Havant; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional water utility is seeking a Network Technician in Havant to perform water network activities, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safety and compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in the clean water industry, proficiency in IT, and a full UK driving license. The role offers competitive benefits including generous holidays, pension contributions, and performance bonuses.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme up to 15%

Potential bonus up to 6%

Enhanced family leave benefits

Life assurance scheme

Wellbeing support services

Retail discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in clean water operations such as pressure management and testing.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve water network issues.
• High regard for safety and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct water network field activities and troubleshoot issues.
• Monitor flows and water quality parameters.
• Perform site inspections and provide detailed reports.

Skills

Experience in clean water industry

Proficiency in IT tools

Full UK driving license

Problem-solving initiative

Leadership qualities

Flexibility

Comfort outdoors in all weather

Tools

Office365

GIS mapping

PDA/Tablet use

Online reporting software

Job description

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We’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future.

Portsmouth Water is excited to announce an opening for a Network Technician to join our expanding Network department. This role involves conducting various water network field activities, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring safe, first-time resolutions. Responsibilities include both planned and reactive work, addressing performance issues, optimizing water supply systems, and maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. The position also entails collaboration with teams, asset management, water quality monitoring, and mentoring other operatives.

Please note that comprehensive training will be provided.

What will you be doing?

• Performing field-based water network activities within Portsmouth Water's supply area (South East Hampshire & West Sussex).
• Troubleshooting and resolving network issues collaboratively with teams and stakeholders.
• Handling planned and reactive tasks, investigating water network performance (pressure, leakage, metering, supply disruptions).
• Conducting distribution main isolation, asset verification, and water quality checks (flushing, sampling).
• Monitoring flows, pressures, and water quality parameters (chlorine, turbidity) to ensure safety.
• Operating water assets (valves, hydrants) and conducting site assessments using GIS and schematics.
• Performing site inspections and providing detailed reports.
• Supporting office-based teams, preparing equipment, and assisting fellow operatives.
• Ensuring strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.
• Participating in out-of-hours standby duties, including weekends, in addition to core hours (Monday to Thursday 8 am - 4:15 pm and Friday 8 am - 3:30 pm).

What do you need?

• Desirable: Experience in the clean water industry, such as pressure/flow management, customer inquiries related to water supply, testing, main isolation, flushing, and sampling.
• Proficiency in IT tools including Office365, GIS mapping, PDA/Tablet use, and online reporting software.
• A full UK driving license is essential.
• Strong initiative in solving field issues.
• Motivated by safe, first-time results and completing tasks from start to finish.
• Proven ability to own or lead tasks, with a drive to see jobs through to resolution.
• High regard for safety and compliance.
• Leadership qualities, sharing knowledge, skills, and work ethic.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing operational needs.
• Comfort working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to work in confined spaces; a safety-critical medical assessment will be required upon job offer.

We value flexible working arrangements and are open to discussing your needs during the interview. Please note, this advert may close early if high application volumes are received. We encourage early applications.

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from all backgrounds. All employees must be eligible to work in the UK.

Due to high application volume, we may not respond to every applicant individually. If your application is shortlisted, we will contact you within 4 weeks.

What can Portsmouth Water offer you?

• Holidays Made Better: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A Pension That Works for You: Generous pension scheme contributing up to 15%.
• Performance Pays Off: Potential non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of salary based on company performance.
• Family Benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.
• Peace of Mind: Life assurance scheme with 4x salary lump sum benefit.
• Wellbeing Support: Confidential mental health advice, Virtual GP services, and health apps.
• PW Perks: Discounts at retailers and other benefits.