Trainee Network Verification Technician - Water Leakage

Ardour Associates Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented individual to verify water network records. This role involves comparing maps with real networks, testing flows, and inspecting assets to ensure accuracy and efficiency in leak detection. Candidates should have good attention to detail and be comfortable working outdoors. Training on water networks will be provided.

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic understanding of water networks (training provided).
• Ability to use maps, drawings, and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Check network records by comparing maps with the real network.
• Test flows and pressures to confirm network performance.
• Verify boundaries and ensure district metered areas are correct.
• Inspect assets for visible leaks or damage.
• Update records with accurate information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work outdoors

Basic understanding of water networks

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for a practical, detail-focused person to help check and confirm the accuracy of our water network records. This role ensures that what's shown on their maps matches what's actually in the ground, helping their leakage detection teams work efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Check network records - Compare maps and drawings with the real network, confirming pipe sizes, materials, valve and hydrant locations.
• Test flows and pressures - Open/close valves, measure water flow and pressure to confirm network performance.
• Verify boundaries - Make sure district metered areas (DMAs) and boundaries are correct, with no unrecorded connections.
• Inspect assets - Check for visible leaks, damage, or faults while on site and report any issues.
• Update records - Feed accurate information back into the asset management system.

Why This Role Matters

Accurate records are essential for finding and fixing leaks quickly. Incorrect maps or boundaries can cause leaks to go undetected for years, wasting water and increasing costs. Your work will directly improve efficiency and help meet leakage reduction targets.

Skills & Experience

• Good attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Basic understanding of water networks (training provided).
• Ability to use maps, drawings, and digital tools.

Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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