Leakage Technician

Experienced leakage specialists helping protect Scotland’s water network

Tetra Tech’s Water Consultancy is seeking experienced Leakage Technicians to support leakage investigation across a Scottish Water contract. You will carry out detailed leakage surveys, use leak detection equipment to locate and quantify losses, support repair promotion and maintenance teams, and record findings via data collection apps. Work covers public and private supply areas across Scotland and contributes directly to regulatory leakage targets and network performance.

In the short term, you will deliver accurate leak detection and high-quality field data. Over the medium term, you will improve network performance through targeted interventions and support team efficiencies. Longer term, experienced technicians can progress to lead roles, training and mentoring positions, or broader operational responsibilities within Tetra Tech.

• Leak detection competence – Proven use of, or rapid learning in, correlation, ground microphones, noise logging, step testing and pressure zero testing to pinpoint leaks accurately.
• Field working and physical resilience – Comfortable working outdoors in all weather, handling heavy items and operating safely on highways and in confined spaces when required.
• Technical recordkeeping and IT skills – Accurate digital reporting, confident use of data collection apps and basic IT skills to support asset management and client reporting.
• Client focus and teamwork – Strong customer service, clear communication with clients and maintenance teams, and willingness to support colleagues across tasks and locations.
• Reliability and flexibility – Dependable attendance, ability to work variable hours including occasional nights or weekends, and willingness to travel across Scotland.

Expected: full UK driving licence; willingness to undertake mandatory drugs and alcohol testing and a DBS check.
Desirable: EUSR Water Hygiene, EUSR DOMS, NRSWA Unit 2 accreditation, Leakage certifications, and proven leakage or water network experience for experienced roles.

Field-based role across Scotland with regular travel; flexible hours and occasional weekend or night work. Salary negotiable depending on experience; overtime rates and benefits available. Training and on-the-job development provided.

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