Water Loss Asset and Metering Technician

Pennon Group; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in the UK seeks a Water Loss Asset and Metering Technician in Bournemouth. Join their team to enhance water supply systems and minimize leaks. The role offers a competitive salary of £28,029, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Candidates should hold 5 GCSEs, a National Water Hygiene Certificate, and have relevant experience. The ideal candidate exhibits strong teamwork, communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts and deals through Perkbox

Qualifications

• Experience in leakage control techniques and equipment.
• Relevant experience in Water Supply Networks.
• Full UK Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Improve and maintain metering and flow technology.
• Install and maintain metering and telemetry systems.
• Liaise with contractors for repairs and maintenance.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Customer service

Data analysis

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths, English and a Science

National Water Hygiene Certificate

NRSWA – Unit2

Job description

# Water Loss Asset and Metering TechnicianBournemouth, England /Operations and Supply Chain /Permanent full-time## Water Loss Asset and Metering TechnicianAt **South West Water** we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.We’re proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.And we have huge ambitions.Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we’ve also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.**About the Role**We currently have a fantastic opportunity available for a **Water Loss Asset and Metering Technician** to work in **Bournemouth**. You will join us on a **full-time, permanent basis**, and in return, you will receive a competitive starting salary of **£28,029 per annum plus a range of excellent company benefits and rewards.** This role is aligned to a progression scheme which supports the development and training of individuals to become fully competent Water Loss Asset and Metering Technicians on a salary of **£35,341**## What You'll Be Doing:- Responsible for the improvement and maintenance of company metering, flow technology and data collection across leakage and water balance gap reporting.- Proactively minimise data failures, towards >90% regulatory DMA operability, and gather intelligence on supply system efficiency and water consumption components.- Assist with activities, operational and reporting, towards successful company regulatory leakage performance.- Install and maintain metering and telemetry across all reporting DMAs; including sub-metering, Waste Water Treatment Works and commercial customers, to ensure the accuracy of essential network information to improve and enhance operational leakage performance.- Install and maintain Service Reservoir metering and telemetry to ensure losses are monitored and minimised.- Install and maintain meters and telemetry across other key reporting components for company leakage and water balance gap performance (for example commercial customers and company waste water treatment works).- Manage own schedule of work and co-ordinate where necessary with other technicians to assist or gain assistance with complex metering jobs.- Undertake training where required, developing specialist skills in flow metering and telemetry and providing expertise in maintaining regional flow data.- Liaise with external contractors to ensure remedial work and repairs are completed to required timescales and budget.- Maintain close working relationships with the Leakage Reporting team and Leakage Delivery teams to support achievement of current and future Leakage reduction targets.- With the Water Supply Metering Team Leader, examine repeat asset failures to generate work programmes to drive reliability and availability of flow data.- Champion the importance of accurate metering and data collection in all DWS activities.- Participate in the appropriate network standby rota.- To undertake any other reasonable tasks required to support the DWS and company vision.- Participate in a clear Progression Scheme.## What we’re looking for...- **Essential**:- 5 GCSEs or equivalent in Maths, English and a Sciences subject- National Water Hygiene Certificate- NRSWA – Unit2- Relevant experience of working within leakage- Experience of the use of modern leakage control techniques and equipment- Relevant experience in Water Supply Networks- Proven ability to work within a team environment but also on your own.- Proven ability to communicate and liaise effectively with internal and external customers- Good customer facing skills and ability to deal effectively with customers- Reliable, punctual, thorough and committed to achieving the requirements of the role- Ability to show resilience in a fast changing operational environment and flexibility to adapt to varied tasks at very short notice- Ability to adjust to changes within the DWS team- Adaptable and able to take on new skills which is essential in a continuous improvement environment- Engagement with the Business to achieve targets.- Full UK Drivers License- A flexible approach to working hours which includes participation in a standby rotation.- **Desirable:**- NVQ Leakage Detection Level 2 / City and Guilds or ONC in relevant subject- Confined Space’ awareness- Technical understanding of hydraulic distribution systems or proven ability## What's in it for you:- At South West Water, we don’t all do the same job, but we each get out of bed in the morning knowing that every day is a chance to make incredible things happen, together. In return for our people’s hard work and commitment, we offer an excellent range of benefits:- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays- Buy or sell annual leave to offer you extra flexibility- Buy a bike and safety equipment tax-free, through our Cycle to Work scheme- We offer free car parking at the majority of our sites- Take up to 26 weeks’ additional maternity leave- Share your parental leave and split your time off to care for your child how you choose- Invest in Pennon Group plc through our employee share schemes- We support our people by offering a free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme- Look after your wellbeing with our Champion Health support platform- Enjoy free eye tests and discounts on frames and lenses at Specsavers- Enjoy access to thousands of deals and discounts on supermarkets, high street shops, online retailers, travel, eating out, cinemas, gyms and much more though Perkbox- A range of group discounts: The Dell Advantage Programme, Virgin Media Affinity Scheme, Vodaphone Advantage and more- A discretionary bonus- Competitive contributory pension- And plenty more!**Closing Date: 26th January 2026***Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.***Be yourself, we like it that way.** Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.**Our core values which are essential to our success are:****Be Rock Solid** - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.**Be You** - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.**Be the Future** - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.