Full job descriptionWe are recruiting Trainee Field Technicians to join a leading water utilities company, supporting essential leak detection work across the underground water network. No previous experience is needed — just a full UK driving licence and a willingness to work outdoors.
Location: Hampshire


Working Hours: Days and Nights roles available – 40 hours per week.


Why Apply?
Full training provided – including industry-recognised qualifications
Company van & fuel card for work use
Excellent training programme
Clear long-term career progression
Temporary-to-permanent opportunity
Training Provided:


You will gain accredited qualifications including:
EUSR Water Hygiene Training
Unit 2 Street Works (NRSWA)


The Role:
This is a practical, field-based role working outdoors at night, supporting leak detection activities across the water network.


Your daily duties will include:
Assisting with detailed surveys to identify the type and location of water leaks
Supporting repair teams by providing accurate leak detection information
Carrying out project and survey work across the network
Uploading data to a laptop and completing all required paperwork
Driving between sites and completing manual tasks (lifting, bending, stretching)
Following strict health & safety procedures
You will be trained to use specialist equipment to detect leakage noise and help pinpoint leak locations across the underground network.


Who This Would Suit?


Ideal for people with experience as a: Driver, Van Driver, Multidrop Driver, Meter Reader, Field Technician, Labourer, Warehouse Operative, Refuse Loader, Delivery Driver, Postal Worker, Outdoor Operative, or anyone used to manual/outdoor work.


Also suitable for:
Graduates
Ex-Forces personnel
Anyone seeking a career change with full training and progression
Trainee Field Technician Requirements


Full UK manual driving licence
Strong attention to detail
Good communication skills
Problem-solving mindset
Comfortable working outdoors and completing manual tasks
Ability to follow procedures and health & safety regulations
Basic computer skills
Additional Information


This role is subject to:
Drug & alcohol testing
DBS checks
If you are looking for a fantastic career as a Trainee Field Technician and want to work for a forward-thinking Company then apply now with your current updated CV.


Due to the high volume of applications, we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven’t heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.


Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person’s gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the job. Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency.


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