Trunk Main Leakage Technician in Luton

We’re looking for a talented, driven and flexible Leakage Technician to join our Customer Delivery team at Affinity Water. This is a varied, hands‑on role where you’ll take ownership of leakage detection across 3,000km of critical trunk mains, helping to protect water resources and deliver an excellent service to our customers. Working independently in the field, you’ll play a vital role in identifying leaks, supporting incident response, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure efficient and safe operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out leakage detection surveys across the trunk mains network using advanced techniques
• Using mapping, telemetry and digital tools (e.g. GIS, Waternet) to enhance survey accuracy
• Responding to incidents and supporting repair teams with clear diagnostics
• Working collaboratively with internal stakeholders to ensure effective issue resolution
• Managing your own workload, working independently and using initiative in the field
• Reporting and raising jobs through works management systems
• Maintaining high safety, environmental and water quality standards at all times
• Supporting wider team targets and assisting colleagues when needed

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience using leakage detection equipment, methodologies and systems
• Strong understanding of safe working practices
• Knowledge of water hygiene standards
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Desirable:

• Experience with GIS or Waternet systems
• Understanding of hydraulic models
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and mobile apps

Skills & Attributes

• Strong problem‑solving skills and initiative in field‑based environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Good report writing and record‑keeping skills
• Effective team player with strong organisational and time management skills
• Positive, motivated and proactive attitude

This role involves a fair amount of physical activity including a lot of walking, bending and some lifting of heavy objects.

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £46,507 (Basic and Flex) dependant on skills and experience
• 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 23-27 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.
• Up to 4 Affinity days a year to volunteer in the community.
• Life Assurance.

As a Disability Confident employer, we’re committed to offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria and opt in on the application form. 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.