Trainee Leakage Technician

Tetra Tech Europe; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van provided

Job summary

Tetra Tech is seeking Trainee Leakage Engineers to join our Water Operations team in South England. This permanent, full-time role is based across Kent or Bournemouth, supporting the detection, assessment and reduction of leakage on live water networks.

You will work closely with team leaders, clients and contractors, carrying out field-based inspections, data capture and practical leak location activities.

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience in leakage, utilities or field-based roles is useful but not required.
• Comfortable working in all weather and during evenings/weekends over time.
• Role may involve heavy lifting, confined spaces and highways work.
• Mandatory drugs and alcohol testing and a DBS check will apply.

Responsibilities

• Carry out field-based inspections and practical leak location activities.
• Capture data, report findings and support leakage reduction on live water networks.
• Coordinate with team leaders, clients and contractors to deliver KPI targets.
• Use company van to travel across Kent or Bournemouth in a field-based role.
• Maintain timesheets, admin tasks, vehicle checks and defect reporting.

Skills

Leakage detection

Field work

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Job description

Help protect water networks and communities across the North West.

Purpose and Scope of the Role

Tetra Tech is seeking Trainee Leakage Engineers to join our Water Operations team in South England. This permanent, full-time role is based across Kent or Bournemouth, supporting the detection, assessment and reduction of leakage on live water networks. You will work closely with team leaders, clients and contractors, carrying out field-based inspections, data capture, reporting and practical leak location activities. Full training and one-to-one mentorship will be provided, making this an excellent entry point into the water industry.

Your Impact in this Position

In the short term, you will build core field skills and contribute to day-to-day leakage reduction activity. In the medium term, you will develop technical confidence in network tracing, noise logging, step testing and data-led decision-making. Longer term, this role offers the opportunity to progress within a specialist team, support more complex projects and develop towards mentoring others. You will be part of work that helps clients meet regulatory targets and improves service for local communities.

Core Capabilities

Technical Curiosity

• Willingness to learn leakage detection methods, water network hydraulics and clean water industry processes.

Field Delivery

• Ability to work outdoors, travel to sites and complete practical tasks accurately and safely.

Problem Solving

• Calm approach to resolving issues under pressure, with strong attention to detail and standards.

Teamwork and Communication

• Confident working with colleagues, contractors and clients, with clear written and verbal communication.

Accountability

• Reliable in managing admin tasks, timesheets, vehicle checks, defect reporting and KPI delivery.

Skills, Qualifications And Experience

A full UK driving licence is essential. Previous experience in leakage, utilities or a similar field-based role is useful but not required. You should be comfortable working in all weather, including occasional evenings, weekends and overtime. The role may involve heavy lifting, confined spaces and highways work. Mandatory drugs and alcohol testing and a DBS check will apply.

Work Pattern and Location

Monday to Friday, 07:00 to 15:30, with overtime as required. This is a field-based role across Kent or Bournemouth, with a company van provided. Flexible working is limited due to operational requirements.

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.