Valve Technician -Water

Sapphire Utility Solutions Ltd; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Death in Service

Training and progression opportunities

Job summary

Lanes Group is seeking a Valve Technician to join our Water Project Management team in Yorkshire. You’ll analyse and resolve complex water network issues, developing pressure and flow management schemes and risk-mitigation plans.

The role requires data analysis from metering software, GIS mapping, field support, and liaison with clients and engineers. A Full UK driving license and Clean Water experience are preferred but not mandatory as full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in water engineering, utilities, or a related technical role.
• Knowledge of trunk mains / distribution network principles.
• Full UK driving license (Required)
• Clean Water Experience (Required)

Responsibilities

• Propose and support flow/pressure management schemes with cost-benefit analysis.
• Analyse data from metering software, logged networks, and other sources.
• Use GIS for network mapping, tracing mains, and supporting DMA/PMA planning.
• Identify network anomalies and design asset management solutions.
• Build risk mitigation plans and method statements.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Plan and schedule project resources to meet deadlines.
• Track project progress, hours, and deliver client-ready reports.
• Support on-field delivery (e.g., probe work, isolations) and HSEQ compliance.
• Participate in the Health & Safety committee; line manage where required.
• Conduct surveys and inspections of existing drainage systems.
• Analyse water samples to ensure healthy water

Skills

Water network analysis

GIS & data interpretation

Driving license (UK)

Clean Water experience

Tools

GIS software

Metering software

Job description

We are currently recruiting for Valve Technician to join our team ,you’ll work within our Water Project Management team to analyse and resolve complex water network issues. You’ll develop pressure and flow management schemes, and create risk-mitigation plans.

Due to a contract win we are looking for applicants all around the Yorkshire Regions

• Location: Sheffield / Bradford - Operative & Office
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 5pm 45 hours per week
• Benefit: Company Van

About the Role

As a Valve Technician, you will:

• Propose and support flow/pressure management schemes with cost-benefit analysis.
• Analyse data from metering software, logged networks, and other sources.
• Use GIS for network mapping, tracing mains, and supporting DMA/PMA planning.
• Identify network anomalies and design asset management solutions.
• Build risk mitigation plans and method statements.
• Liaise with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Plan and schedule project resources to meet deadlines.
• Track project progress, hours, and deliver client-ready reports.
• Support on-field delivery (e.g., probe work, isolations) and HSEQ compliance.
• Participate in the Health & Safety committee; line manage where required.
• Conduct surveys and inspections of existing drainage systems.
• Analyse and interpret data from surveys and inspections.
• Ensure that all drainage systems comply plans.
• Analyse water samples to ensure healthy water

Experience and Qualifications: (Desirable but not essential unless stated as required)

• Experience in water engineering, utilities, or a related technical roles.
• Knowledge of trunk mains / distribution network principles.
• Full UK driving license (Required)
• Clean Water Experience (Required)

Full training in the above will be provided if not already obtained.

Why Join Lanes Group?

At Lanes Group, nothing is more important than the health, safety, and well-being of our people and customers. As the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner, we:

• Have a turnover exceeding £530 million
• Employ over 4,000 brilliant people nationwide
• Operate through a countrywide network of operational locations

What we offer:

• Death in Service
• Training and progression Opportunities

Our purpose, "Improving today, for your tomorrow," drives us to innovate, sustain, and create lasting solutions that shape a brighter future.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and believe that our differences make us stronger. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups.

Join us and be part of a team that makes a real impact!