RPS are seeking an Up Stream Losses (USL) Technician to join our Welsh Water contract to be based in Ruthin, North Wales. This is an exciting opportunity for some someone looking to join the water industry.

About The Team:

The RPS Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) team provides industry leading services to the UK Water Industry and our employees are involved in services supporting Water Networks, Drainage, Surveying, Leakage Consultancy, Water Resources and Efficiency. The team analyse complex data and provide pragmatic solutions. This includes reducing water leakage and preventing flooding and pollution in local communities.

Our Welsh Water’s asset management and delivery professionals, develop and deliver industry leading solutions in flooding, pollution, water quality and leakage. Our teams find and repair leaks on the network to minimise water wastage, which is good for Welsh Water customers and the environment.

About You:

As a key member of the Asset, Surveying, and Inspection (AS&I) business, your role as USL Technician is critical to our strategic priorities – to deliver great work for our clients by providing excellent customer service and executing complex operational tasks. Whether you are just starting out or taking the next step in your career, this position provides an opportunity for you to progress with RPS.

You will need to work flexibly, working weekends, evenings and overtime if required. Be willing to travel to different locations. It is essential that you enjoy working outdoors, as come rain or shine, you will mostly be outside.

Your Responsibilities:

Learn how to take responsibility for Risk Assessment and Health & Safety Management
Develop a knowledge of leakage detection and distribution networks
Gain an understanding of GIS and DMA
Become First Aid Trained
Become Confined Space Trained
Develop an advanced knowledge of leak noise correlator – Laptop based.
Develop hydrophone knowledge
Learn how to survey and walk TM mains
Develop a good understanding of utility tracing
Skills, Knowledge, and Experience:

An individual with a strong commitment to Health and Safety
A strong Customer Service ethos and track record
Experience of meeting targets
Computer literacy on Microsoft 360 Suite and Work Management Systems and applications.
Clear and fluent communication skills, both written and oral
Flexibility to work across all North Wales
A working knowledge of working within Utilities and Water Distribution is advantageous.
Knowledge of trunk-main distribution and leakage is advantageous
Qualifications:

Full UK driving license