CBM Engineer Vibration & Lubrication

THAMES WATER UTILITIES LIMITED; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and wastewater provider seeks a CBM Engineer specialized in vibration and lubrication to enhance their proactive maintenance strategy. This role involves conducting vibration monitoring, advising on maintenance improvements, and requires strong analytical skills and a HNC in Mechanical Engineering. Benefits include a salary of up to £51,000, generous holidays, and comprehensive health benefits. This hybrid position allows flexibility with 2-3 days on-site.

Benefits

26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service

Health MOTs

Physiotherapy

Counselling

Cycle to Work

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in condition monitoring vibration data analysis and reporting.
• Experience creating assets, points, and routes in vibration analysis software.
• Operational/maintenance engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine vibration-based condition monitoring analysis on critical assets.
• Create reports and recommendations for Operations and Asset Management.
• Recommend maintenance improvements based on long-term data trends.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Vibration analysis Level 2 (BINDT or Mobius)

Thermography and lubrication analysis Level 1

Job description

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 systems-led, proactive maintenance approach as part of our AMP8 plan.

You will form strong relationships with operational teams to drive the condition monitoring plan and maintenance. You will also advise on condition monitoring requirements and technical specifications of equipment.

What you'll be doing as a CBM Engineer, Vibration & Lubrication

• Conduct routine vibration-based condition monitoring analysis on critical assets.
• Create reports and recommendations for Operations and Asset Management.
• Recommend maintenance improvements based on long-term data trends.
• Perform technical appraisals and advise on cost-effective maintenance regimes.
• Ensure proper data collection routines and database updates.
• Follow through on condition-triggered work, visiting sites as needed.
• Conduct lubrication surveys and recommend asset life extensions.
• Support thermography processes in operations.
• This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days on-site.

What you should bring to the role

• HNC in Mechanical Engineering.
• Vibration analysis Level 2 (BINDT or Mobius) is essential.
• Thermography and lubrication analysis Level 1 preferred.
• Experience in condition monitoring vibration data analysis and reporting.
• Experience creating assets, points, and routes in vibration analysis software.
• Lubrication specification experience is desirable.
• Operational/maintenance engineering experience.
• Confidence in leading technical discussions.
• Analytical, problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate technical info to non-technical audiences.
• Full UK driving license is essential.

What's in it for you?

• Salary up to £51,000 depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Benefits including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, vouchers, and life assurance.

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

Who are we?

We are the UK's largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all by helping our customers, communities, and the planet. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a diverse, rewarding place to work, offering career growth, flexible work, and excellent benefits. We value inclusivity and support applicants throughout the recruitment process. Our goal is to be a great, diverse, inclusive employer. We also offer opportunities to support customers directly, with full training provided.

Note: Due to high application volumes, the job may close early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.