Junior Data Analyst 2024

Type: Trainee
Region: Wales

RPS are looking for a Junior Data Analyst to join our Leakage Team based in Swansea, to work on our Dwr Cymru Welsh Water contract.

You will collaborate with Acoustic Loggers and Leakage Engineers to identify leaks within the network infrastructure. Leveraging the data collected by our logging technicians, your responsibility will be to meticulously analyse the alerted recordings, pinpointing the precise locations of leaks.

Subsequently, you will compile comprehensive reports for the Leakage Engineers, facilitating their efforts in locating and rectifying the identified leaks within the network. Previous experience in the water industry is not a necessary, as comprehensive training will be provided.

What you’ll be doing

• Interpret and analyse various leakage monitoring systems, monitoring the status of each asset via web-based software.
• Prepare District Metered Area (DMA) and Localised Central Area (LCA) packs to assist field resources to carry out their duties efficiently and effectively.
• Liaise with Delivery Team on a regular basis to ensure effective use of field resource in respect of various leakage monitoring systems.
• Participate and present data in meetings with the Delivery Team and Client.
• Assist the Project Manager and Area Contract Supervisor to comply with our Integrated Management System requirements.
• Assist the Regional Project Manager and Area Contract Supervisors in the identification of opportunities for change and continuous improvement and integration of the leakage monitoring systems.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of Leakage Event responses.

Who we’re looking for?

• A junior Data Analyst or a recent graduate looking for their first role.
• Excellent IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft 360 Suite and Work Management Systems and applications.
• Excellent at integration of data.
• A strong Customer Service ethos.
• Able to work to targets and deadlines.
• Clear and fluent communication skills, both written and oral.
• A working knowledge of working within Utilities and Water Distribution is advantageous.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own transport
• Flexibility to work additional days, when requested.
• Able to work 40hrs a week between the hours of 7:30 and 15:30 at the Carmarthen Office.

RPS, A Tetra Tech company – representing an exciting new chapter in our business, RPS became a Tetra Tech company in January 2023. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.

What’s in it for you?

Here you’ll find true support and encouragement. We’re an accredited training provider and we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go.

We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their wellbeing.

What happens next?

If we feel you are a good match, we will be in touch to arrange a competency interview. All applications will be considered. Ready to apply? Please have your CV ready and continue with your application online.

Health and Safety

This role will involve:

• Moving heavy items including manhole cover.
• Working in all weather conditions (this could include night work also).

Please note mandatory drugs and alcohol tests are undertaken for this role. #LI-JP1

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Mindful that a truly inclusive organization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company’s future.

Our approach to Diversity and inclusion

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.

‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’