Process Reliability Engineer

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable provider in the engineering sector is seeking a Process Reliability Engineer to enhance asset reliability in Hampshire. You will develop RCM strategies, conduct reliability studies, and collaborate with teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong knowledge of FMECA/RCA, proven experience in process engineering, and excellent communication skills. Salary up to £50,000 with additional benefits.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension up to 11%

25 days annual leave

Life assurance equal to 4x salary

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Health Cash Plan

Fully funded eye tests

Two paid volunteering days a year

Occupational health service

Discounts with over 800 retailers

Digital GP service

Study support for job-related qualifications

Competitive maternity leave

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Reliability Block Diagrams.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Logical and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement RCM strategies to optimise asset performance.
• Monitor maintenance strategies using asset performance data.
• Conduct reliability studies including FMECA and RCA.

Skills

FMECA

RCA

Analysing and maintaining assets

Stakeholder engagement

Process Engineering discipline

Planning capabilities

Education

Proven Industrial Qualification in Process Engineering

Job description

Process Reliability Engineer

Location: Hampshire (Hybrid – 2/3 days WFH, 2/3 days travelling to Hampshire sites or office-based)

Employment Type: Permanent

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Up to £50,000 (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking a Process Reliability Engineer to join our team in Hampshire. This role is key to driving asset reliability and reducing downtime across our wastewater operations. You will be instrumental in transitioning our maintenance approach from reactive to planned, supporting our AMP 8 investment period.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Reliability-Centred Maintenance (RCM) strategies to optimise asset performance.
• Monitor and review maintenance strategies using asset performance data, surveillance, and KPI trending.
• Conduct reliability studies including FMECA (Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis) and RCA (Root Cause Analysis).
• Apply industry standards and best practices in asset engineering.
• Ensure compliance with legislative and environmental standards.
• Create and maintain documentation for reliability strategies, maintenance procedures, failure analysis, and SOPs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in asset reliability.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of FMECA, RCA, and Reliability Block Diagrams
• Proven experience in analysing, operating, and maintaining assets
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Proven Industrial Qualification/Experience in Process Engineering discipline
• Logical and analytical mindset with strong planning capabilities

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Background in wastewater operations, including equipment and process knowledge
• Experience in driving reliability improvements within regulated environments

Package

This role will be full time Monday to Friday 37 hours a week.

Southern Water operate a hybrid approach to working between our Hampshire sites and home.

We are offering a salary from £50k depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including:

• Company and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance equal to 4x salary
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
• Health Cash Plan
• Full funded eye tests
• Two paid volunteering days a year
• Occupational health service
• Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
• Digital GP service
• Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
• Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options
• Cycle to work scheme

Contact Molly Brown to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.