CBM Engineer Thermography & Lubrication

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in Reading is seeking a CBM Engineer specializing in Thermography & Lubrication. The role involves conducting condition monitoring analysis, improving maintenance regimes, and supporting operational teams. Candidates should have an HNC in Engineering, Level 2 thermography certification, and experience in operational environments. Competitive salary up to £51,000, flexible working arrangements, and significant benefits offered.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Performance-related pay plan

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the capture and analysis of condition monitoring thermography data.
• Confidence in leading technical discussions on condition monitoring.
• Ability to present technical information to a non-technical audience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine thermography-based condition monitoring analysis on critical assets.
• Create reporting and recommendations to Operations Functions and Asset Management.
• Recommend improvements to maintenance regimes based on long-term trended data.

Skills

Thermography

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Level 2 certification in thermography

Tools

Thermography analysis software

Job description

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.

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.

Requirements

• HNC in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Level 2 certification in thermography is essential.
• Proven experience in the capture, analysis of 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.

About Disability Confident: A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer.

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.

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.

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.