Distribution Maintenance Technician
- bradford, england, United Kingdom
- Temporary
- Full time
Job Description
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Business Manager - Projects & Change Management
Distribution Maintenance Technician
Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about some of the key aspects of the Distribution Maintenance Technician role.
We offer a salary from £28,052 - £34,746 per annum, depending on experience.
- Company Van
- Annual performance-related bonus
- Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
- Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus an extra wellness day!
- A great benefits package – choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex, and partner cover.
- Retail savings scheme
- Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts, and many more!
Where I’d work: Opportunities available in Bradford, Leeds, Hull, and York, with travel across Yorkshire region required.
Work type: One permanent and two temporary positions (12-18 months). Full-time, 37 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm, with occasional out-of-hours/weekend work.
Role overview: Play a key role in ensuring high-quality water supply by executing planned interventions, cyclical network inspections, and reducing water discolouration issues.
Responsibilities include:
- Carrying out planned flushing and sampling, deploying data loggers pre- and post-activity.
- Executing and recording flushing activities with desired flow/duration.
- Amending schematics/timetables for unforeseen issues.
- Capturing data on sediment removal.
- Undertaking risk assessments for flushing activities.
Skills & qualifications:
- Understanding of potable water distribution network assets.
- Strong Health and Safety awareness.
- Knowledge of water hydraulics principles.
- Pragmatic approach, adaptable to short-notice changes.
- Application of water hygiene principles.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
- Water hygiene accreditation or Calm network training is advantageous but full training provided.
We support flexible working patterns and job share options to help balance work and home life. If you have accessibility needs or require adjustments, please mention this in your application.
If you are technical-minded, understand processes, and want to deliver excellent service while protecting the environment, apply today with your CV and cover letter.
Application deadline: 22nd May 2025.
Pre-employment checks include a Basic Disclosure, and possibly security vetting. All roles are subject to medical assessments. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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