Trainee Leakage Technician – Kent

We are recruiting Trainee Field Technicians to join a leading water utilities company, supporting essential leak detection work across the underground water network. No previous experience is needed — just a full UK driving licence and a willingness to work outdoors. Location: Kent Working Hours: Days and Nights roles available – 40 hours per week. Why Apply? Full training provided – including industry-recognised qualificationsCompany van & fuel card for work useExcellent training programmeClear long-term career progressionTemporary-to-permanent opportunity Training Provided You will gain accredited qualifications including: EUSR Water Hygiene TrainingUnit 2 Street Works (NRSWA) The Role This is a practical, field-based role working outdoors at night, supporting leak detection activities across the water network. Your Daily Duties Will Include Assisting with detailed surveys to identify the type and location of water leaksSupporting repair teams by providing accurate leak detection informationCarrying out project and survey work across the networkUploading data to a laptop and completing all required paperworkDriving between sites and completing manual tasks (lifting, bending, stretching)Following strict health & safety procedures You will be trained to use specialist equipment to detect leakage noise and help pinpoint leak locations across the underground network. Who This Would Suit? Ideal for people with experience as a: Driver, Van Driver, Multidrop Driver, Meter Reader, Field Technician, Labourer, Warehouse Operative, Refuse Loader, Delivery Driver, Postal Worker, Outdoor Operative, or anyone used to manual/outdoor work. Also Suitable For GraduatesEx-Forces personnelAnyone seeking a career change with full training and progression Trainee Field Technician Requirements Full UK manual driving licenceStrong attention to detailGood communication skillsProblem-solving mindsetComfortable working outdoors and completing manual tasksAbility to follow procedures and health & safety regulationsBasic computer skills Additional Information This role is subject to: Drug & alcohol testingDBS checks If you are looking for a fantastic career as a Trainee Field Technician and want to work for a forward-thinking Company then apply now with your current updated CV. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency. Please take a look at our website for further opportunities.