Leakage Team Leader

Location: Dundee
Sector: Water / Utilities

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Skilled Leakage Team Leader to join their growing operations in Dundee. This is a key field-based leadership role focused on reducing water loss, improving network performance, and managing high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead, manage, and motivate field-based leakage detection teams

* Plan and coordinate daily workloads to ensure efficient service delivery

* Identify, locate, and assess leaks using industry-standard detection equipment (e.g. acoustic loggers, correlators)

* Drive reduction in Non-Revenue Water (NRW) and meet performance targets

* Ensure all work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with company procedures

* Monitor team performance and provide coaching, training, and support where required

* Liaise with repair teams and operational stakeholders to ensure timely leak resolution

* Maintain accurate records using mobile systems, GIS, and reporting tools

* Conduct site audits and ensure quality standards are consistently met

Requirements

* Proven experience in leakage detection within the water/utilities sector

* Previous experience in a team leader or supervisory role

* Strong knowledge of leak detection techniques and equipment

* Ability to lead, motivate, and develop field teams

* Good understanding of health & safety practices

* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills

* Full UK driving licence (essential)

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary (DOE)

* Company vehicle & fuel card

* Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

* Supportive team environment

* Ongoing training and development

Interested?

Please note that this role is subject to compulsory drug and alcohol testing and DBS checks.

If you are a Leakage Technician or Current Leakage Team Leader and looking for your next steps and want to work for a forward-thinking innovative company, then please apply now with your most up-to-date CV.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unfortunately not always able to respond to every applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd is committed to equality of opportunity. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the role.

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers.

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