Leakage Night Technician Manager
Location: Central Belt of Scotland
Hours: Night shifts – full-time (4x 10 hour shifts)
Sector: Water Utilities
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Leakage Night Technician Manager to lead our clients night operations team in the Central Belt of Scotland. This critical role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of night-time leakage detection and repair activities, helping to drive down water loss and ensure operational efficiency across the local water network.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Supervision
* Lead and inspire a team of night shift leakage technicians.
* Provide clear direction, support, and on-the-job coaching to ensure consistent performance and adherence to safety and quality standards.
Leakage Detection & Field Operations
* Oversee night-time field operations, including planned and reactive leakage detection surveys and initial repair coordination.
* Ensure accurate testing and use of specialist equipment for effective identification of network issues.
Data Collection, Analysis & Reporting
* Review and interpret leakage data, identifying patterns and contributing to ongoing performance improvements.
* Produce clear reports and updates for senior management and relevant stakeholders.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations, environmental policies, and industry standards.
* Promote a strong safety-first culture within the team at all times.
Performance & Resource Management
* Monitor team performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing underperformance where necessary.
* Manage budgets for equipment and materials, ensuring efficient and cost-effective operations.
Stakeholder Engagement
* Maintain effective communication with internal departments, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and collaborative problem-solving.
Problem Solving & Decision Making
* Respond quickly to issues arising on-site, implementing solutions to minimise disruption and service loss.
About You
Experience & Background
* Proven experience in a leakage detection or water utilities environment, ideally in a supervisory or managerial capacity.
* Strong understanding of water distribution networks and leakage detection methodologies.
Skills & Competencies
* Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage, develop, and motivate teams.
* Skilled in interpreting technical data, using leak detection equipment, and producing accurate reports.
* Confident decision-maker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
* Committed to upholding high safety standards and fostering a positive safety culture.
Other Requirements
* Comfortable working outdoors during night shifts in all weather conditions.
* Physically fit – able to lift equipment, climb ladders, and carry out hands-on work when needed.
* Full UK driving licence preferred.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a capable and driven individual to take on a leadership role within a respected utility organisation, contributing to essential infrastructure work in the Chatham region.
Ardour Associates values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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