Electrical Maintenance Technician

Severn Trent Plc; Redditch; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Pension scheme with high employer/lear

Sharesave – discounted Severn Trent股份

Training and development via Academy

Electric vehicle scheme

Volunteer days

Job summary

Severn Trent Plc in Redditch is hiring an Electrical Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, reliable operation of electrical systems across sewage works and pumping stations. The role requires diagnosing faults, testing equipment, and delivering proactive maintenance.

You will work 37 hours per week, Mon-Fri, with a standby rota and allowance. A Full UK driving licence and Level 3 electrical qualifications with 18th Edition are essential for this critical position.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Level 3 Electrical qualification or time-served apprenticeship.
• 18th Edition (BS 7671) and BS 2391 Testing certifications are essential.
• Positive attitude, flexible, able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults across sewage sites.
• Perform site safety inspections and electrical testing.
• Maintain and service sewage treatment assets to optimise uptime.
• Install, service and maintain essential treatment equipment.

Skills

Driving Licence

Electrical maintenance

Education

Level 3 Electrical Qualification

18th Edition BS7671

BS 2391 Inspection & Testing

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Maintenance tooling

Job description

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement, and we’re equally proud of our strong Glassdoor score, reflecting how much our people love working here. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We are looking for a permanent Electrical Maintenance Technician to join are team in the Redditch area!

You’ll play a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical systems across the Redditch area on our sewage treatments works and sewage pumping stations. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing and resolving electrical faults, using a variety of testing equipment to identify issues and implement effective solutions.

A key focus of the position is maintaining high safety standards. You’ll carry out site safety inspections, electrical testing, and comprehensive safety assessments to ensure full compliance with regulations and best practices.

You’ll also support the ongoing operation of sewage treatment assets, undertaking routine proactive and reactive maintenance to optimise performance and minimise downtime. In addition, you’ll be involved in the installation, servicing, and upkeep of essential treatment equipment, contributing to the long‑term sustainability and reliability of site operations.

We will provide you with the tools and a vehicle to ensure you can do your job with us! With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, working Mon to Fri, with a standby rota (you will receive an allowance for this!).

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for someone who demonstrates a positive outlook and behaviours, and can work under their own initiative, both unsupervised and within a team environment. We are looking for problem solvers, and people keen to make a positive impact by looking for ways to help us work more efficiently and effectively. You’ll need to have a flexible approach, with the ability to react quickly and efficiently to changes on any given day or over the course of the job role. If this sounds like you then we’d love to hear from you!

To fulfil your role a Full Valid UK Drivers Licence is essential. A level 3 Electrical qualification/time served apprenticeship. an 18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification and BS 2391 Inspection & Testing certification are essential requirements.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500, which is subject to eligibility)
• Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Two paid volunteering days per year

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