Leakage Technician in Leeds, Yorkshire

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years. We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

We are looking for an Asset Integrity Lead who would like to help us reach our mission to earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service. We are ideally looking for someone based in the Leeds/Middlesbrough area. This is a field-based role covering the North. As this covers a large region this role may include the occasional overnight stay.

Purpose of this role

To ensure the delivery of a high-quality asset base which will support the long-term operation and maintenance of IWNL networks. To assist with the development of site-specific resilience planning and the move towards smart networks along with maintaining industry leading levels of leakage.

Your key responsibilities are

• We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our small but rapidly expanding team.
• The successful candidate will be expected to have a can-do attitude, work proactively, and take an interest in all the company’s activities.
• The role will require the ability to perform routine tasks to agreed deadlines and react to incidents requiring intervention.
• Installation/deployment/analysis of Network Performance Loggers.
• Development and implementation of Network Resilience plans for new and existing high priority Water and Wastewater networks.
• Lead on the IWNL Fire & Rescue Services liaison programme and provide technical support to the Asset Maintenance team where remedial works are required.
• Provide technical support to the IWNL asset inspection programme and where appropriate undertake a percentage of site audits.
• Work with the wider BUUK business to identify data gaps and assess options for new and innovative ways that IWNL can capture network performance data.
• To take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts and omissions as laid down in the organisation's Health and Safety Policy, and to comply with all health and safety legislation as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade C GCSE in Science, Maths and English.
• Experience using Microsoft Office programmes, particularly Microsoft Excel.

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience using Microsoft Office programmes, particularly Microsoft Excel.

Abilities/Skills

• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with large datasets whilst spotting and dealing with data anomalies.

Desirable

• Educated to degree level or similar experience within the multi-utility sector.
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships at all levels with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in delivering against the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Guidance Document.
• Experience of operating apparatus on live Water Networks.
• Ability to read site plans and maps.
• Ability to deliver high customer service standards.

Conditions of Employment

• You are required to have your criminal records checked through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
• You will be required to participate in a standby rota.
• You will hold a driving licence.

What can you expect from us

• Cost of living annual pay review.
• Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Referral payment of £1000 (net of tax) for each successful referral.
• Hybrid working for eligible roles.
• Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.
• BUUK has an award-winning culture.
• We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day.
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.

Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you’re interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.