Maintenance Technician

Severn Trent; Caunton CP; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Maternity/adoption leave

Pension scheme (up to 15%)

Sharesave

Training & development

Electric vehicle scheme

Volunteering days

Job summary

Severn Trent in the United Kingdom is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to join our team in East Nottinghamshire. You will diagnose and resolve electrical faults, perform testing and safety assessments, and maintain sewage treatment assets and pumping stations to keep operations safe and reliable.

We value safety, initiative and collaborative problem solving. A full UK driving licence, Level 3 Electrical qualification (or time served), 18th Edition (BS 7671) and BS 2391 are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a Full Valid UK Driver's Licence.
• Level 3 Electrical qualification or time-served apprenticeship is essential.
• 18th Edition (BS 7671) and BS 2391 Inspection & Testing certification are essential requirements.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults across the East Nottinghamshire sites.
• Carry out electrical testing and comprehensive safety assessments to ensure compliance.
• Maintain, service and upgrade sewage treatment assets and pumping stations to minimise downtime.
• Assist in installation and upkeep of essential treatment equipment for reliability.
• Adhere to high safety standards and work with initiative and teamwork.

Skills

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Flexibility

Education

Level 3 Electrical qualification/time served apprenticeship

18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification

BS 2391 Inspection & Testing certification

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 when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. 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 East Nottinghamshire area! You'll play a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of electrical systems across the East Nottinghamshire 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!).

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. 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