CBM Engineer Thermography & Lubrication

idibu; England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water company in the UK seeks a CBM Engineer specializing in Thermography & Lubrication to enhance maintenance strategies. Responsibilities include conducting thermography analyses, creating reporting frameworks, and advising on equipment specifications. Candidates should hold an HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and have proven experience in condition monitoring. This role offers a competitive salary up to £51,000 and a range of benefits including holidays and health support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

26 days holiday, increasing to 30

Performance-related pay

Access to health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in capturing, analyzing, and reporting thermography data.
• Experience in an operational/maintenance environment is needed.
• Confidence in leading technical discussions on condition monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine thermography-based condition monitoring analysis.
• Create reports and recommendations for Operations Functions.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance based on long-term data.

Skills

Thermography data analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Level 2 certification in thermography

Tools

Thermography analysis software

Job description

CBM Engineer, Thermography & Lubrication

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a CBM Engineer, Thermography & Lubrication, to join Thames Water. The role holder will assist in developing and continuously improving the thermographic condition monitoring strategy as an integral part of the maintenance strategy. This role is critical to driving a new systems‑led, proactive maintenance approach; a key part of our AMP8 plan.

You will form strong relationships with the operational teams to drive the delivery of the condition monitoring plan and any resulting maintenance. You will work with the project team to advise on the condition monitoring requirements and technical specification of any condition monitoring equipment.

What you’ll be doing as a CBM Engineer, Thermography & Lubrication

• Conducting routine thermography-based condition monitoring analysis on critical assets.
• Creation of reporting and recommendations to Operations Functions and Asset Management.
• Recommending improvements to maintenance regimes based on long‑term trended data.
• Conduct technical appraisals on the asset base and provide recommendations for the most suitable condition‑based maintenance regime to achieve effective whole‑life cost.
• Ensuring efficient data collection routines are being carried out and that databases are kept up to date.
• Following through the condition, triggered work to completion, visiting the site as necessary to assist/check the effectiveness of the solution.
• Conducting lubrication surveys, raising recommendations based on findings to extend asset life.
• Support the vibration analysis programme.

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Level 2 certification in thermography is essential.
• Proven experience in the capture, analysis, and reporting on condition monitoring thermography data.
• Experience in thermography analysis software.
• Engineering experience gained within an operational / maintenance environment.
• Confidence in leading technical discussions on condition monitoring.
• Analytical thinking and problem‑solving.
• Ability to present technical information to a non‑technical audience.
• A full UK Driving licence is essential.

Additional skills and experiences would be great to have

• Vibration analysis (BINDT or Mobius) & Machine lubricant analysis (ISO 18436‑4, I) level 1 are preferred.
• Lubrication specification and recommendation experience is desired.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary offering up to £51,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job, and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.