Maintenance Technician - E

Severn Trent Water; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK utility provider is seeking a Maintenance Electrical Technician to operate and maintain critical electrical assets essential for efficient water treatment. The successful candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 qualification and experience in electrical maintenance, ensuring high standards of safety and reliability. You'll enjoy comprehensive benefits such as annual bonuses, extensive training opportunities, and family-friendly policies. This role involves participation in a 24/7 stand-by rota and offers a chance to develop as an electrical Senior Authorised Person.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £1,500

Family-friendly policies

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave opportunity

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• The candidate must have NVQ Level 3 qualification in a relevant field.
• Holding an 18th Edition qualification is necessary.
• A full UK driving licence is required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain electrical assets for treatment plants.
• Perform both reactive and proactive maintenance of electrical, instrumentation, and automation.
• Participate in a 24/7 stand-by rota.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Fault finding

Maintenance

Safety standards

Multiskilled instrument technician

Education

NVQ level 3 qualification in relevant subject

18th Edition

C&G 2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing

Tools

PLC and ladder logic

Job description

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

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.

Our Water Treatment team have a great opportunity to join as our new Maintenance Electrical Technician.

You will be reliable for the operation and maintenance of electrical/automation assets which are key to ensuring treatment plants and water distribution processes are operating efficiently whilst maintaining quality outputs. The role is pivotal in assisting the Water Treatment team to meet tough local and companywide targets around quality, continuous supply, and safety and cost control.

In the role of Maintenance Technician you will be expected utilise electrical knowledge and skills to maintain electrical plant to optimise equipment reliability, maintainability and asset/process performance. As a member of the team, you will be responsible for the reactive and proactive maintenance of electrical, instrumentation and automation across the area.

A company van and fuel card will be provided along with all tools and specialist equipment required to carry out the role, We look to progress your technical skills to enable you to become an LV SAP along with all additional technical training.

Here at Severn Trent we take pride in knowing we come to work each day and help make a difference.Any additional technical training required will also be covered and great working hours too (Monday - Thursday 7.30am-3.30pm and Friday 7.30am-3pm).

The successful candidate will participate in a 24/7 stand‑by rota.

Some of your other key accountabilities will include:

• Maintaining industrial electrical equipment. Specifically, fault finding, installation and routine maintenance on the following industrial electrical equipment types:
• Variable Speed Drives
• Domestic electrical circuits (heating, lighting and plugs)
• Support the company’s drive to improve safety standards
• Responsible for ensuring all activities are performed in a safe and diligent manner to ensure regular feedback on issues arising before, during and following activities that are carried out
• Opportunity to train as an electrical Senior Authorised Person, LV (SAP)
• Willing to train for multiskilled instrument technician if not already qualified
• Experience with PLCs and ladder logic would be advantageous

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking our new Electrical Technicianto have obtained a NVQ level 3 qualification in the related subject and have 18thEdition. FurthermoreC&G 2391 Electrical Inspection and Testing would be advantageous. A full UK driving licence will be required for the role.

The right skills and experience are important. But if you have the right character, positivity, and a caring attitude we want to talk to you too.

We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We want people who show up and get involved. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

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

LET’S GO

We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.