Night Trainee Leakage Inspector
We are looking for a trainee night leakage inspector to support the team in investigating and locating leakages across the network while gaining experience in advanced detection techniques.
Work Type
Permanent, rolling pattern of 3 weeks of nights and 1 week of days (37 hrs per week). Nights: Monday–Thursday, 20:45–06:30 (4 x 9.25 hrs). Days: Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00 (5 x 7.4 hrs).
Location
Harrogate or Thirsk area, North Yorkshire.
Purpose and Working Pattern
As a trainee night leakage inspector you will work alongside the Night Leakage Inspector to perform advanced investigations in challenging district metered areas, including step testing, acoustic logging, and other leakage detection activities. The role follows a rolling pattern of 3 weeks nights followed by one week days.
Responsibilities
* Learn advanced detection and investigation techniques.
* Prioritise the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others.
* Master leakage detection methods such as sounding, correlating, step testing and acoustic logging.
* Differentiate water usage from leakage.
* Work with new and groundbreaking leakage technologies and equipment.
* Develop a wide range of water industry skills through the Yorkshire Water Training Academy.
* Gain proficiency in corporate systems.
* Understand the clean water network from source to tap.
* Work as part of a team of experienced Night Leakage Inspectors.
* Collaborate with other key stakeholders across the business.
Skills & Qualifications
* Willingness to work unsociable hours, including consecutive nights.
* Full EU driving licence with no more than 6 points.
* Strong interpersonal skills.
* Commitment to Yorkshire Water values and behaviours.
* Passion for exceptional customer service.
* Proficiency in corporate systems and IT applications.
Desirable Attributes
* Experience in a commercial or regulated environment.
* Background in water, wastewater, utilities, or manufacturing.
* Data analysis skills.
* Knowledge of leakage principles.
Benefits
* Salary: £25,524 – £27,916 plus 20% shift allowance and a 4.25% pay award.
* Annual incentive bonus up to £1,000.
* Company van.
* Attractive pension scheme with up to 12% company contribution.
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an extra wellness day.
* Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
* Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex, and partner cover.
* Retail savings scheme.
* Online GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership discounts.
Closing Date: 10th May. Interviews will continue until the end of May 2026.
Kelda Group reserves the right to close this position before the published closing date.
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