CBM Engineer Vibration & Lubrication

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

Job summary

A major UK utility company is looking for a CBM Engineer to enhance their vibration condition monitoring strategy. This role is pivotal in proactive maintenance efforts, requiring experience in vibration analysis and mechanical engineering. The position offers a salary up to £51,000 and a variety of benefits, including 26 days of holiday and health support programs.

Benefits

26 days holiday per year

Performance-related pay plan

Health MOTs and physiotherapy

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the capture and analysis of condition monitoring vibration data.
• Confidence in leading technical discussions on condition monitoring.
• A full UK Driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine vibration-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

Vibration analysis

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Technical presentation

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Vibration analysis software

Job description

Overview

We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a CBM Engineer, Vibration & Lubrication, to join Thames Water. The role holder will assist in the development and continuous improvement of the vibration condition monitoring strategy as an integral part of the maintenance strategy. This role is critical to driving a new approach to systems-led, proactive maintenance as part of our AMP8 plan. You will form strong relationships with 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 condition monitoring requirements and the technical specification of any condition monitoring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine vibration-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.
• Carry out technical appraisals on the asset base and make recommendations for the most appropriate condition-based maintenance regime for effective whole life cost.
• Ensure efficient data collection routines are being carried out and that databases are kept up to date.
• Follow through on the condition-triggered work to completion, visiting the site as necessary to assist/check the effectiveness of the solution.
• Conduct lubrication surveys, raising recommendations based on findings to extend asset life.
• Support operations with the thermography process.

What you should bring to the role

• To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need is:
• HNC in Mechanical Engineering.
• Vibration analysis (BINDT or Mobius) level 2 is essential.
• Proven experience in the capture, analysis of and reporting on condition monitoring vibration data.
• Experience in the creation of assets, points and routes within vibration 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

• Thermography analysis (BINDT or Mobius) & Machine lubricant analysis. (ISO 18436-4, I) Level 1 is 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 benefits to support health, wellbeing and finances – including annual health MOTs, physiotherapy and counselling, Cycle to Work, 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.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference. We offer meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits. If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities.

Equality, diversity and adjustments

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.

Additional note

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.