Distribution Maintenance Technician
Hello! Thank you for considering the Distribution Maintenance Technician role. Below are the key aspects of the position.
Benefits
- Salary from £29,244 to £36,223 per annum, dependent on experience.
- Annual performance‑related bonus up to 10%.
- 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 two days.
- Health cash plan, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, flexible life assurance and partner cover.
- Retail savings scheme.
- Online GP service, cycle‑to‑work scheme, gym membership discounts and more.
Location
East Yorkshire. Please be willing to travel across the Yorkshire region as required.
Work Type
Permanent, full‑time (37 hours per week). Monday – Friday 08:00 – 16:00. Occasional out‑of‑hours or weekend work may be required.
About the Role
The role sits within the Distribution Maintenance Team, responsible for planned interventions, pipe flushing, and proactive maintenance on the water network. The team helps reduce water discolouration and meets performance commitments.
Responsibilities
- Carry out planned flushing and sampling, deploy data loggers.
- Execute and record all planned flushing activity, determining flow and duration to achieve optimal performance and risk mitigation.
- Amend schematic/timetable when unforeseen issues arise (e.g., inoperable assets on the network).
- Capture data to calculate depth of sediment material removed per flush.
- Undertake risk assessments for cyclical flushing activities.
Skills & Qualifications
- Ability to work independently or in a team.
- Strong health and safety awareness and compliance.
- Numerical competence.
- Pragmatic approach and ability to amend planned activities at short notice.
Preferred Experience
- Knowledge of the key mechanisms of discolouration on the water network and water hygiene accreditation or Calm network training (full training will be provided).
- Understanding of the design and operation principles of potable water distribution network assets.
- Understanding of water hydraulic operating principles.
- Application of water hygiene principles at all times.
We operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, but support flexible working patterns and job‑share options where possible. If you are technically minded and want to help deliver exceptional service while protecting the environment, apply today.
Please apply online, submitting an up‑to‑date CV and covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Successful applicants will undergo pre‑employment checks including a Basic Disclosure Check. Additional vetting may be required for security clearance.
All roles are subject to a medical questionnaire and further medical assessments if necessary.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment process for all applicants. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes, please include this information in your application.
We proudly serve the Yorkshire region and are committed to a diverse and inclusive environment that reflects our communities. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
The Kelda Group reserves the right to close this position before the published closing date. Closing date: 14th June 2026.
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