Water Mains Engineer

Auger; Leeds; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based utility company is seeking a Water Mains Engineer to join their team in Leeds. The role involves investigating and repairing external water supplies, communicating with customers and team members, and maintaining high work standards. The position offers a competitive salary package including annual bonuses and comprehensive benefits such as pension contributions, health plans, and career progression opportunities. Ideal candidates are customer-oriented and proactive with a clear DBS and driving license.

Benefits

Health plan with cashback

Company-funded events

Training and development

Employee referral bonus

Discounted mortgage and insurance services

Qualifications

• Experience with leak detection and repairs using listening stick and ground mic.
• Confidence in customer communication and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Independently investigate and repair external water supplies.
• Work effectively with other engineers in our team as required.
• Communicate proactively with our Field Operations Team.

Skills

Leak detection

Trenchless installation

20mm - 32mm service laying

Use of CAT scanner

Job description

We're looking for a Water Mains Engineer to join the Auger Team, covering Leeds. Our total package is worth £36,412 - £40,603 without overtime.

About Auger

We provide drainage, water mains and subsidence services across the UK, doing ‘whatever it takes’ for our customers. 95% of our people say they feel valued, and 81% rate us 8+ when asked how likely they are to recommend Auger as a workplace. That’s why we’re recognised as a Platinum level Investors in People organisation, alongside the top 2% of UK employers.

Financials

• Starting Salary - £32,381 - £36,353 dependent on experience
• Annual Bonus - approx £2000 - £2500
• 5.5% Pension Contribution - approx £1781 -£1999

Overtime

• Optional weekend OT at 1.5x rate eg. 10 days would top up the package to £38,280 - £42,700

Working Hours

• 42.5hrs per week, Mon‑Fri only &NOon-call work
• We pay door‑to‑door including all driving time
• Go straight to your job from home – you don’t have to report to a depot or yard first
• Limited stay‑aways, with bonuses/annual leave for more than 3 overnights per quarter

Leave

• 22 Days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Hol
• AL increases to 25 days within 5 years’ service
• Enhanced bereavement, sickness and maternity / paternity leave

Benefits

• Health Plan with cashback for many services including dentist, optician & physio for you and your children, as well as access to a 24‑Hour GP & gym discounts
• 2 company‑wide events per year & regular funded socials in your region
• A focus on training & progression, working with some of the best engineers in the country
• £1000 for successful employee referrals
• Access to discounted Mortgage & Insurance Services

What We Provide

• A choice of our quality uniform range & all PPE
• Your own fully equipped vehicle that isn’t shared with others
• Mobile phone
• Fuel and trade cards so you can stock up when you need
• Local storage sites & skips
• A dedicated Field Operations Team to help you with on‑site challenges and any kit, equipment, materials, uniform, vehicle or plant requirements

The Role

• Independently investigate and repair external water supplies
• Logically establish ownership and liability based on leak location
• Confidently talk our customer through the works, giving them peace of mind
• Communicate proactively with our Field Operations Team at HQ
• Work effectively with other engineers in our team as required

Preferred Experience

• Leak detection (find & fix repairs with listening stick, ground mic etc)
• Trenchless installation via moling (not essential)
• 20mm - 32mm service laying
• New ‘point of entry’ creation
• Use of CAT scanner to identify buried services & trace existing metallic supply
• Reinstatement of surfaces inc. paving slabs, block paving, cold lay tarmac, concrete, etc.

You’ll be a great fit for Auger if

• You are great at caring for customers
• You are confident in finding solutions and overcoming unforeseen challenges
• You take pride in the high standard of your work
• You are enthusiastic, self‑motivated and like to take ownership
• You are looking for a stable place to build a long‑term career
• You have a clear DBS & driving licence

Our interview process

• Stage 1 – Short 15 min phone call with our HR team
• Stage 2 – Interview with management via Teams

For further information please visit our website; www.auger.co.uk