We are looking for a Leakage Supervisor to lead a team of Leakage Inspectors in the East of our region.
What you'll do
As the Leakage Supervisor, you will lead and support a team of Leakage Inspectors in delivering proactive and reactive leakage detection activities, reducing water loss, achieving performance targets, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of the water network.
Key responsibilities
- supervise and develop Leakage Inspectors, including performance management, training and resource planning
- deliver leakage reduction targets through effective management of leakage detection and repair activities
- analyse network performance data to identify trends, leakage hotspots and improvement opportunities
- ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and company procedures
- manage contractors and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- monitor operational budgets and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- support emergency response and major incident management activities.
Key performance measures
- achievement of leakage reduction targets
- health and safety compliance
- team productivity and performance
- budget management
- quality and customer service standards
- contractor performance and regulatory compliance.
What you'll need
Essential skills & experience:
- experience within the water industry and leakage management
- leadership or supervisory experience.
- knowledge of water distribution networks and leakage detection techniques
- strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
- ability to analyse data and make informed operational decisions
- full UK driving licence.
Desirable qualifications:
- IOSH Managing Safely
- Street Works Supervisor qualification
- ILM Level 3 (or equivalent leadership qualification)
- relevant water industry qualifications.
Who we are
YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:
- Wessex Water - one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
- YTL Developments - a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 450-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
- YTL Construction UK - a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industrial, energy and environmental sectors
- YTL Live - the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000-capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
- plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.
Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.
We are passionate about diversity and inclusion - with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.
If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.
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Leakage Supervisor in Salisbury employer: Wessex Water Services
Wessex Water is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee development and well-being, offering comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, and a generous benefits package including a robust pension scheme and enhanced family leave. Our inclusive work culture fosters teamwork and communication, ensuring that every day brings new challenges and the chance to make a positive impact on the environment and local communities across the South West. Join us for a rewarding career where your hard work is recognised and valued.
