Maintenance Technician - E

Severn Trent; Newark and Sherwood; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in the Nottinghamshire area is seeking a qualified Electrical Maintainer. This role involves maintaining electrical systems at treatment works while providing training and career progression. Starting salary is £40,117 with an annual bonus and excellent benefits, including a pension scheme and opportunities for upskilling. Ideal candidates will possess NVQ Level 3 and relevant experience in process plants.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus up to £1,500

Leading pension scheme

Dedicated training and development

EV scheme and retail discounts

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification.
• Knowledge of 18th Edition Electrical Regulations required.
• Valid UK driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain electrical systems in treatment works.
• Provide specialist training and career progression opportunities.
• Ensure safe operation of electrical systems.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification

18th Edition Electrical Regulations

Full UK driving licence

Experience in process plants

Job description

Starting from £40,117 + Overtime + Annual Bonus (£1,500) + 25 days leave + 8 days Bank Holiday + Pay Increases + Excellent Benefits + Pension + Training + Progression + Home-Based + Van + Monday-Friday

Severn Trent is hiring Electrical Maintainers across the region, with roles in the Nottinghamshire area.

This is a regional role, where you'll be based from a site near your home and provided with a company vehicle, mobile, safety gear, and tools. Hours: Mon-Thu 7:30-3:30, Fri 7:30-3:00, plus generous overtime opportunities, standby will be required.

What You'll Need

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification
• 18th Edition Electrical Regulations (and latest updates)
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience gained from process plants in any industry

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Are you an Electrical Engineer or Technician looking for specialist training, career progression, and premium overtime rates? No water industry experience? No problem.

Our treatment works operate as complex process plants, just like those in manufacturing, energy, or other industrial sectors. If you've worked with electrical systems in any process environment, your skills will transfer seamlessly.

You’ll also get specialist training, work with advanced electrical systems, and help prevent issues before they happen‑keeping communities and rivers safe.

This isn’t just a job‑it’s a place to grow and build a career while making a real difference to the environment. You’ll also be part of a close‑knit local team‑a work family‑where you can build friendships, enjoy a laugh, and maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

If you’re passionate about electrical engineering and want to join a nationally renowned business with ambitious goals, Severn Trent is where your skills‑and your career‑will thrive.

What's In It For You

Here are some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

• Starting salary £40,117
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
• Annual bonus up to £1,500
• Leading pension scheme - we’ll double your contribution (up to 15%)
• Sharesave scheme - buy Severn Trent shares at a discount
• Dedicated training and development
• EV scheme and retail discounts
• Family-friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

This role has a clear development path from Foundation to Skilled and Expert. Salary starts at £40,117, rising to £43,386 with qualifications and experience. Plus, you can upskill as an LV SAP, earning an extra allowance.

WHAT'S NEXT?

If you’re a qualified electrician and want a job with a clear environmental purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Before you apply, have an updated CV ready and five minutes to spare.