Trunk Main Leakage Trainee Technician

RPS; Bangor; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in water management is seeking a TML Technician to support projects across North Wales. The role involves risk assessment, leakage detection, and developing expertise in GIS. Candidates should possess a full UK driving license and demonstrate strong customer service skills. This position offers opportunities for career progression with a supportive work environment that promotes work-life balance.

Benefits

Personal development plan

Transparent career pathway

Qualifications

• Experience of meeting targets.
• A working knowledge within Utilities and Water Distribution is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to take responsibility for Risk Assessment and Health & Safety Management.
• Develop knowledge of leakage detection and distribution networks.
• Become First Aid Trained.

Skills

Strong commitment to Health and Safety

Customer Service ethos

Computer literacy on Microsoft 360 Suite

Clear and fluent communication skills

Flexibility to work across North Wales

Education

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About The Team

RPS AS&I team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry. We support Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency. Our team analyzes complex data and offers pragmatic solutions, including reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities.

About You

As a key member of AS&I, the TML Technician role is critical to our strategic priorities – delivering great work for clients through excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. Whether you are just starting or advancing your career, this position offers opportunity for progression with RPS.

Your Responsibilities

• Learn how to take responsibility for Risk Assessment and Health & Safety Management
• Develop a knowledge of leakage detection and distribution networks
• Gain an understanding of GIS and DMA
• Become First Aid Trained
• Become Confined Space Trained
• Develop an advanced knowledge of leak noise correlator – Laptop based.
• Develop hydrophone knowledge
• Learn how to survey and walk TM mains
• Develop a good understanding of utility tracing

Skills, Knowledge, And Experience

• Strong commitment to Health and Safety
• A strong Customer Service ethos and track record
• Experience of meeting targets
• Computer literacy on Microsoft 360 Suite and Work Management Systems and applications
• Clear and fluent communication skills, both written and oral
• Flexibility to work across all North Wales
• A working knowledge of working within Utilities and Water Distribution is advantageous
• Knowledge of trunk-main distribution and leakage is advantageous

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence

Health And Safety

• Moving heavy items including inspection chamber covers
• Working in all weather conditions (could include night work)
• May be required to work in confined spaces and on highways
• Mandatory drugs and alcohol tests and DBS check will be undertaken

What’s in it for you?

A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. A career here is far from ordinary. Here you’re not a number; you are part of the solution.

Why RPS?

We’re a connected community, working together to achieve exceptional outcomes. We understand the need to work flexibly, empowering our people to create a work-life balance that’s right for them. We also understand the importance of collaboration and social connection in the office environment. With agile offices and hybrid working offered as standard, we trust our people to find the right balance to meet client needs – this is a workplace that works for you.

About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company

RPS, part of Tetra Tech since January 2023, is a global firm that defines, designs, and manages projects in urbanisation, natural resources, and sustainability. As part of Tetra Tech’s 28,000-strong team across 550 offices in over 120 countries, we deliver solutions that create lasting value in an increasingly urbanised and resource-scarce world. By leveraging our global expertise, we enable our clients to develop winning solutions for their clients and communities. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to provide market-leading development and project opportunities for our people, supporting their growth while addressing the challenges that matter. Our people drive our success, and this is where you come to build a career.

Kickstart your adventure with endless possibilities within AS&I!

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

Recruitment Agencies

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