Networks Distribution Technician - East 2
Role Description
The Networks Distribution Technician is the first resource deployed to water network problems. The purpose is to determine what needs to be done in order to maintain standards of service to customers, ensure safe networks operation and decide what follow on work may be required. The Distribution Networks Technician will ensure that NIW's reputation is maintained and that risks are managed.
Please refer to the Candidate Brief below for further details of role responsibilities.
Applicants MUST be able to demonstrate in their application and where necessary at interview:
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
1. Minimum of two years' practical experience working within a water network environment.
Candidates should demonstrate hands-on involvement in investigating and resolving network issues, maintaining water supply, and performing operational tasks such as rezoning, PRV (pressure reducing valve) checks within a utility or contractor setting.
2. Competent in the use of water distribution tools and equipment, including pressure reducing valve (PRV) testing devices and network rezoning tools.
Applicants must provide examples of equipment they have used and the context in which they applied it to investigate and resolve water distribution issues, maintain supply continuity, and ensure water quality.
3. Experience in conducting routine inspections and analysing data to support the maintenance and performance of water networks.
Demonstrate how you have identified faults, interpreted network performance data, and contribute to asset management decisions.
4. Confident user of IT systems and software relevant to leakage detection and reporting, such as GIS platforms, telemetry systems, MS Excel, and Outlook.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate how they've used the digital tools above to record findings, analyse trends, and communicate results.
5. Holds a full and valid UK driving licence.
6. Potential employees must have a permanent residence within 25 miles travelling distance by public road to
Purdysburn Service Reservoir - Alderwood Hill, Belfast, Down, BT8 6YY
as measured by RAC Route Planner from full postcode to full postcode via the 'shortest route' selection on the website. This is to enable NI Water to meet the its key customer service requirements and deliver effective services to customers, particularly in respect of the need to respond promptly to out of hours emergencies.
Salary
HCO - Base salary: £31,551.32 per annum
This payment is made up of a consolidated value of £26,144.61 and a non-consolidated value of £5,406.71 per annum.
Overtime rates are based on the consolidated value only.
Location
Bretland House, 115, Duncrue Street, Belfast, Antrim, BT3 9JS
What we Offer
* Generous annual leave and public/privilege holidays
* Flexible working and family friendly policies
* Hybrid Working (applicable to some of our roles after three months following onboarding and training)
* Occupational sick pay
* Employee assistance programmes
* Cycle to work scheme
* One of the largest corporate volunteering schemes in NI
Award winning health and wellbeing programme which focuses on supporting four key area of employee health; Physical, Mental, Social and Financial
How to Apply
To submit your application, please click the APPLY icon.
For additional information about the role please download a Candidate Brief below.
Closing date for submission of Applications: Monday 16th February 2026 at 10am
Announcement of Interview dates (week commencing): W/C 2nd March 2026