Trainee Leakage Technician

3 days ago


Warrington, United Kingdom RPS Full time

Trainee Leakage Technician RPS is hiring Trainee Leakage Engineers in Greater Manchester. This permanent, full‑time role (Monday to Friday 07:00 – 15:30 plus overtime) includes a company van and offers the chance to progress within RPS’s Water Operations Division. About the Team The Asset, Surveying and Inspection (AS&I) team delivers industry‑leading services to the UK Water Industry. Team members support water networks, drainage, surveying, leakage consultancy, water resources, and efficiency initiatives, analysing data to reduce leakage and prevent flooding and pollution. About You You will work flexibly—including weekends, evenings and overtime—and be ready to travel to various sites. Outdoor work in all weather conditions is essential. Your Responsibilities Assess, diagnose and determine solutions to reduce leakage, supporting regulatory targets and pinpointing leakage with high accuracy. Maintain Health and Safety standards at all times. Achieve KPI targets and deliver leakage detection/reduction within DMA’s. Attend excavations requested by R&M to assist leak location. Train and mentor junior leakage technicians. Handle general admin tasks, such as electronic timesheet submissions, weekly vehicle checks and defect reporting. Build and maintain excellent relationships with colleagues, contractors and clients. Skills, Knowledge and Experience Prior experience in a similar role is beneficial but not required; training will be provided in water network hydraulics, leakage detection techniques, monitoring/reporting of leakage levels and related clean‑water industry issues. Willingness to learn utility tracing, noise logging, step‑testing planning/operation and other leakage monitoring, pressure/flow and flow data capture techniques. Ability to work well under pressure, meet conflicting deadlines, and maintain detail‑oriented, high‑standard work. Team player who solves problems within defined procedures and exhibits flexibility, cooperation and a sharing attitude. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Customer‑focused with excellent relationship‑building ability. Quick and accurate reporting of findings. Qualifications Full UK driving licence. Health & Safety Move heavy items, including inspection chamber covers. Work in all weather conditions, including night work. Potential confined space and highway work. Mandatory drug and alcohol tests and a DBS check will be required. What’s in it for you? A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway put you in the driving seat of your career. You’ll be supported to grow as far as you want. Why RPS? We cultivate a connected community, flexible work arrangements and a collaborative environment to achieve exceptional outcomes. RPS supports a healthy work‑life balance through hybrid working and agile offices. About RPS, a Tetra Tech Company Since January 2023, RPS is part of Tetra Tech, a global firm delivering urbanisation, natural resources and sustainability projects. With 28,000+ staff across 550 offices worldwide, we provide opportunities for professional growth and impact on communities. Kickstart your adventure with endless possibilities within AS&I What happens next? If you seem like a good fit, we’ll contact you to arrange a competency interview. We welcome all applications—please have your CV ready and continue online. Recruitment agencies We work with a Preferred Supplier List and do not accept speculative CVs or unsolicited introductions from non‑listed agencies. For further information, refer to our careers page. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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