Water Mains Engineer — Leak Detection & Repairs

Genesis Employment Services Ltd; Rugby; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Employment Services Ltd is seeking an experienced Water Mains Engineer based in the Midlands to diagnose leaks and perform repairs, renewals and installations on domestic and commercial water supply pipes. You will work on planned and reactive jobs, both independently and as part of a team, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality work.

You will assess faults, select repair methods and complete excavation, backfilling and surface reinstatement, while maintaining records and

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Water Mains Engineer or Leak Detection Engineer.
• Proven competence in external water supply pipe repairs and renewals.
• Experience with moling, pipe bursting or other trenchless installation methods.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to work independently at domestic and commercial properties.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate digital and written job records.
• Flexibility to travel throughout the Midlands and surrounding areas.
• Willingness to undergo a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and locate leaks on domestic and commercial water supply systems.
• Use leak-detection equipment, CAT and Genny equipment, and pipe locators.
• Locate, excavate and repair leaking or damaged water supply pipes.
• Carry out water service pipe renewals and new installations.
• Use trenchless installation techniques, including moling and pipe bursting.
• Complete groundworks, including excavation, backfilling and compaction.
• Reinstate surfaces such as tarmac, concrete, block paving and gravel.
• Carry out site assessments and determine appropriate repair solutions.
• Complete job sheets, photographs and customer reports accurately.
• Ensure work complies with water regulations, company procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Communicate professionally with customers, technical support staff and colleagues.
• Maintain the company vehicle, tools and equipment in a clean and serviceable condition.

Skills

Leak detection

Customer service

Fault finding

Driving licence

Tools

CAT & Genny equipment

Pipe locators

Moling equipment

Pipe bursting tools

Job description

Genesis Employment Services Ltd is seeking an experienced Water Mains Engineer based in the Midlands to diagnose leaks and perform repairs, renewals and installations on domestic and commercial water supply pipes. You will work on planned and reactive jobs, both independently and as part of a team, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality work.

You will assess faults, select repair methods and complete excavation, backfilling and surface reinstatement, while maintaining records and