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Leakage Technician

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Posting date: 15 December 2025
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 14 January 2026
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff County
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Finlay Jude Associates Limited
Job type: Temporary
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Summary

FJA are working in partnership with a major water utilities company to recruit experienced Leakage Technicians to support day-to-day leak detection operations.
Role Overview:
As a Leakage Technician, you’ll be responsible for identifying and locating water leaks across the network using specialist equipment. You’ll play a key role in maintaining water efficiency and supporting repair teams with accurate leak detection.
Leakage Technician Benefits:
• Excellent pay rates
• Company van and fuel card provided
• Career progression opportunities
• Days and Nights roles available
Key Responsibilities as a Leakage Technician:
• Conduct detailed surveys to identify the type and location of leaks, particularly on large diameter pipes
• Use specialist equipment including correlators, pipe tracers, ground microphones, and listening sticks
• Support repair teams by pinpointing leak locations
• Carry out project and survey work beyond routine leak detection
• Complete all required documentation accurately (e.g., time sheets, survey forms, leak reports)
• Work flexibly, including occasional night shifts to minimise disruption to customers
Desirable Experience:
• Familiarity with Trunk Mains, Validation, and Seepage techniques
• Experience working within water distribution networks
Preferred Certifications:
• EUSR Water Hygiene Training
• Unit 2 Street Works
Leakage Technician Requirements:
• Full and valid UK driving licence (essential)
• Proficiency in using leak detection tools
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity with a forward-thinking company in the utilities sector, apply now with your 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 for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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