CBM Engineer

Southern Water; Goddards' Green; Hybrid; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A utilities company in Goddards Green seeks a skilled CBM Engineer (Route-Based) to enhance the reliability of its assets through condition-based maintenance strategies. You will manage data analysis and implement improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in asset management and required analytical skills, with a full-time salary of up to £48,000 plus benefits including a company van and generous pension contributions.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension up to 11%

25 days annual leave

Life assurance equal to 4x salary

Health Cash Plan

Full funded eye tests

Two paid volunteering days a year

Digital GP service

Qualifications

• Strong experience in analysing, designing, operating, maintaining, or managing assets.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with reliability analysis techniques and predictive maintenance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Execute condition-based monitoring aligned with asset maintenance strategies.
• Report findings from route-based condition monitoring.
• Perform root cause analysis on complex equipment failures.

Skills

Analysing assets

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Planning abilities

Education

Minimum ONC or OND in engineering

Tools

Vibration analysis

Thermography

Ultrasonic testing

Oil analysis

Job description

Closing Date

2025-11-28

CBM Engineer (Route-Based)

Employment Type: Full-time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Up to £48,000 dependent on experience

Location: This role requires traveling to different Sussex sites or at an office. Driving Licence is essential. Company Van and tools are provided

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and proactive CBM Engineer (Route-Based) to enhance the reliability and performance of Southern Water’s assets. You will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and optimizing condition-based maintenance strategies through route-based monitoring and fixed sensors. This role is key to ensuring our assets operate efficiently and sustainably.

Key Responsibilities

Execute condition-based monitoring aligned with asset maintenance strategies, including thermography, vibration analysis, ultrasound emission, and oil analysis.

Report findings from route-based condition monitoring through our asset management platform.

Analyse and interpret data , compiling detailed corrective maintenance plans that summarize equipment condition, trends, and potential failures. (Approx. 10%)

Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on complex equipment failures and implement corrective measures.

Continuously improve monitoring processes and methodologies to enhance reliability.

Skills & Competencies

Strong experience in analysing, designing, operating, maintaining, or managing assets.

Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.

Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Logical, analytical mindset with strong planning abilities.

Flexible approach and collaborative working style.

Technical Knowledge

Proficiency in vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil analysis.

Familiarity with reliability analysis techniques (RCM, FMECA) and predictive maintenance strategies.

Understanding of predictive analytics, machine learning, and failure prediction models.

Wastewater knowledge is desired.

Risk & Compliance

Ability to identify risks and develop resolution plans.

Knowledge of statutory requirements and compliance standards.

Qualifications

Preferred

Industry-accredited training courses defined by ISO18436 (Vibration Analysis, Infrared Imaging, Ultrasonic Testing, Oil Analysis).

Candidate requiring training will also be considered

Desirable

Minimum ONC or OND in engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience.

Package

This role will be full time Monday to Friday 37 hours a week.

Southern Water operates a hybrid approach to working between our offices / sites and home.

We are offering a salary from £48k per annum depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including :

Benefits

• Company and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance equal to 4x salary
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
• Health Cash Plan
• Full funded eye tests
• Two paid volunteering days a year
• Occupational health service
• Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
• Digital GP service
• Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
• Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options
• Cycle to work scheme