Tetra Tech Europe
Leakage Technician - Wessex Water
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Leakage Technician – Yeovil, Trowbridge & Swindon
Join Tetra Tech and help protect vital water resources through high-impact leakage detection and reduction.
Purpose And Scope Of The Role
As a Leakage Technician within our Water Operations team, you will support Wessex Water by identifying, diagnosing and resolving leakage across DMA networks. Working outdoors in all conditions, you will use a range of detection methods, attend excavations, maintain accurate records and deliver reliable field data that supports regulatory performance and client service. You will work closely with Team Leaders, colleagues, contractors and the client, contributing to safe, efficient delivery across operational workstreams.
Your Impact In This Position
In the short term, you will build confidence in field procedures, safety standards and network-specific working practices. In the medium term, you will help reduce leakage, improve detection accuracy and contribute to KPI delivery. Over time, you will develop broader technical capability, support the mentoring of others and progress within a team that delivers meaningful, visible outcomes on significant projects.
Core Capabilities
- Leakage detection expertise
- Apply practical methods to locate proactive and reactive leaks accurately and efficiently.
- Safety and compliance focus
- Work safely on highways, in confined spaces and in variable weather, maintaining full H&S compliance.
- Operational delivery
- Meet performance targets, complete admin tasks accurately and manage daily field priorities effectively.
- Communication and teamwork
- Build strong working relationships with colleagues, contractors and the client, while working independently when required.
- Adaptability and mentoring
- Support changeable schedules, travel requirements and the development of assistant technicians.
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Skills, Qualifications And Experience
Essential:
- Full UK driving licence
- National Water Hygiene
- Unit 2 NRSWA
- Good basic maths and English
- Basic IT skills
- Good hearing
- Ability to work nights, weekends and overtime as needed
Desirable:
- Previous leakage detection or water network experience
- Experience supporting or mentoring others
Work patterns and locations
This role is based in Yeovil, Trowbridge or Swindon, with travel to operational sites as required. It is primarily field-based with outdoor work expected. Flexible working may be available where it supports client delivery, although regular on-site attendance is essential.
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Why join Tetra Tech?
Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.
We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science® to solve our clients’ most complex problems.
In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role.
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