Water Network Technician

About the role

As a Field Technician, you will support a wide range of clean water operations, working closely with project managers, field supervisors, and other technicians. This is a hands-on role perfect for practical, motivated individuals looking to develop their career or for experienced field technicians ready to apply their expertise.

What You Will Do

• Support field operations including asset verification, DMA validation, operability testing, trunk main isolations, logger and probe deployments
• Conduct flow and pressure testing, optimisation activities, and maintain disinfection depots and equipment
• Set up safe work sites and carry out risk assessments, using GIS plans and smart devices for site reports
• Participate in urgent or reactive fieldwork at short notice
• Prepare vehicles, equipment, and stock for upcoming jobs

Who You Are

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in a practical or technical role within the clean water industry
• Full UK driving licence
• Proactive, safety-conscious, and reliable approach to work
• Familiarity with valve operations and NRSWA Streetworks (Signing, Lighting & Guarding)
• Comfortable using smart devices and basic IT systems
• Knowledge of GIS tools such as ArcGIS

Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Benenden Health & Lifestyle rewards scheme: private healthcare, 24/7 GP and retail discounts
• Extra holiday days for long service (up to +30 days)
• Pension contributions above statutory minimum
• Support for professional development: funding for qualifications and memberships
• Twice-annual salary reviews and performance appraisals