Trainee Leakage Inspector

Kelda Group Limited 0000411940 - Kelda Group Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water service provider in Leeds is looking for a Trainee Leakage Inspector. In this role, you'll investigate leaks using advanced detection technologies and work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Water Network - Leakage. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and development opportunities. Applicants must be willing to work nights and have a driving license. Join us to make a positive impact on Yorkshire's water service!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company van

Annual incentive related bonus

Attractive pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance cover

Health cash plan scheme

Gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Full EU driving license with a maximum of 6 points.
• Experience in commercial or regulated environment preferred.
• Knowledge of leakage principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Investigate Distribution Monitored Areas using acoustic detection equipment.
• Work as part of the Water Distribution team.
• Learn and apply leakage detection methods.
• Prioritize health, safety, and wellbeing in all work.

Skills

Willingness to work unsociable hours

Strong interpersonal skills

Commitment to company values

Passion for exceptional customer service

Proficiency in IT applications

Education

GCSE in maths and English (Grade 4/C or equivalent)

Job description

Trainee Leakage Inspector

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

• We offer a competitive salary, starting at £25,524 with the potential to progress to £34,562 as a fully competent Leakage Inspector through a progression plan.
• A Company van
• Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year)
• Attractive pension scheme (12% company contribution)
• Development opportunities in line with the Leakage Inspector/Trainee progression plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays - plus an extra wellness day!
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
• A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location: Knostrop WWTW, Knowsthorpe Lane, Leeds, LS9 0PJ

(Applicants must live within a 20-minute radius of the base location, LS9 0PJ)

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week. Important Note: You'll be required to work a minimum of 3 nights in a 4-week period.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Leakage Inspector to join the Water Distribution team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers. Could this be you?

DMA Leakage Inspectors are responsible for proactively investigating 'Distribution Monitored Areas' using acoustic detection equipment to identify, pinpoint and promote leaks on our distribution network to our service partners for repair. If you have a passion for solving problems, working outdoors (and working at night), understanding how the clean water network operates, dealing with customers and utilising the latest detection technologies, then this role may be for you.

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this.

We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. Water Distribution are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Where you fit in:

As our Trainee Leakage Inspector you will learn leakage detection and investigation techniques without impacting on the wider water network.

• Prioritise the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others.
• Master leakage detection methods, including, sounding, correlating, step testing and acoustic logging.
• Learn how to differentiate water usage from leakage.
• Work with new and groundbreaking leakage technologies and equipment.
• Develop a wide range of water industry skills through our Yorkshire Water Training Academy.
• Gain proficiency in corporate systems.
• Develop an understanding of the clean water network, from source to tap.
• Work as part of a team of experienced Leakage Inspectors.
• Work with other key stakeholders across the Business.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Willingness to work unsociable hours (nights and weekends).
• Full EU driving license with a maximum of 6 points.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to our company values and behaviours.
• Passion for exceptional customer service.
• Proficiency in corporate systems and IT applications.
• Grade 4 (C GCSE) or equivalent (can be a functional skills qualification) in maths and English language (proof of qualifications required)

You will also benefit from having:

• Experience in a commercial or regulated environment.
• Background in water, wastewater, utilities, or manufacturing.
• Data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of leakage principles.

With the, you will work in the field and classroom to work towards a Level 3 Diploma in Water Network - Leakage. This comprehensive qualification combines classroom learning with hands‑on field assessments, preparing you for success.

Successful completion of the traineeship includes the minimum of a pass at end point assessment within two years of starting the Apprenticeship (which is the apprenticeship start date). This includes assessments of knowledge, skills and behaviours detailed within the Apprenticeships standard, all of which must be met and agreed by the training provider and line manager within Yorkshire Water before being put forward for End Point Assessment.

The successful completion of the traineeship will include meeting the knowledge, skills and behavioural requirements of the Apprenticeship standard and internal expectations plus the successful completion of the end point assessment.

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

If you wish to embark in a career as a Trainee Leakage Inspector and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

Closing Date - 5th December 2025

Interviews - week commencing 8th December 2025

Start Date - January/February 2026

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre‑employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third‑Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.

If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.