Affinity Water are looking for talented and driven individuals to join us as Leakage Control Technicians. This is a varied and challenging role within Asset Strategy, detecting leakage and unaccounted-for water in our network whilst providing an excellent experience to Affinity Water customers. 

Successful candidates will ensure that work is carried out safely and in compliance with company procedures and will take ownership within assigned District Metered Area’s (DMA’s) to deliver set leakage targets.

This is a field based role within the Affinity Water Central region supply area. Notionally based from our Rickmansworth depot.

Requirements

• Experienced in the use of leakage equipment and tools 
• Experienced in the use of all leakage methodologies and techniques
• Experienced in the use of all leakage systems such as Waternet and GIS
• Knowledge of safe working practices
• Confident in report writing and record keeping 
• An awareness of environmental impact and issues 
• Good stakeholder management skills with ability to liaise at multiple levels with both internal and external stakeholders
• This role involves a fair amount of physical activity including a lot of walking, bending and some lifting of heavy objects. Manual handling training will be provided but a degree of physical fitness is needed. Keen hearing is also an essential to be able to identify noises that could indicate a leak
• Must hold a full driving licence 

Full job description please email Hayley Savory - hayley.savory@affinitywater.co.uk

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience. Up to £46,023 (Basic £40,137 + Flex allowance £4,884 + leakage premium (nights) £1,002)   
• Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring and a range of formal courses and open learning resources.
• Entry into the company annual bonus scheme.
• Annual leave from 23 days rising with length of service, and the option to purchase up to 5 extra days.
• A ‘Celebration Day’ in addition to public holidays that people can use to celebrate a religious festival or other occasion that is important to them.
• A generous 'double match pension scheme' that doubles the contributions you make (company contribution capped at 12%)
• We offer a range of family benefits including enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support Leave and up to 5 full or 10 half days of paid Carers Leave.
• Menopause policy and Reasonable Adjustment policy to help everyone perform at their best.
• Access to our Wellbeing Centre with support for looking after your physical and mental health.
• Discounts at a Range of Retail Outlets and on Dental and Medical Insurance through our Tap4Perks scheme.
• Disability confident (if you need to apply through a different format, please contact the Talent Acquisition Partner for this role)

Affinity Water recognises the benefits of greater diversity in our workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We are committed to building a more inclusive culture where every member of our workforce can thrive.

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