Reliability Technician - West

SevernTrentLife; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Birmingham is seeking a Reliability Technician to maintain and enhance water treatment processes. You will be involved in proactive maintenance, fault diagnostics, and supporting asset reliability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Engineering and experience with industrial equipment. Offers include 25 days holiday, an annual bonus, and a strong pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Family-friendly policies

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave

Dedicated training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in proactive maintenance and diagnostics.
• Understanding of control systems and installation standards.
• A valid UK driving licence may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct condition monitoring and data collection.
• Perform motor/pump alignments using tools.
• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs.

Skills

Proactive maintenance

Fault diagnostics

Strong background with industrial equipment

Data analysis tools

Communication skills

Education

BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

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

Are you passionate about improving asset performance and reliability? We’re looking for a hands-on Reliability Technician to join our Waste Water Recycling team and play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the performance of our treatment processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conducting condition monitoring and data collection (vibration, oil analysis, etc.)
• Performing motor/pump alignments using laser alignment tools
• Supporting predictive and preventive maintenance programs
• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and control issues
• Assisting with root cause analysis and failure investigations
• Collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to improve asset reliability
• Maintaining accurate records using SAP and Salesforce
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business

You will be working within our Proactive Improvement & Maintenance Team which has been established with the goal of creating a new inhouse capability that will proactively prevent pollutions and enhance the health of our pump station assets in line with newly established asset standards.

The team will focus on undertaking asset improvements at our sites, like adding generator connection points, auto restarts, improving pumping controls, pressure monitors, over pumping connections, and installing upgraded pumps and pipework, working with, and supporting our existing operational teams across Waste Water Recycling.

You'll be covering the West region (Powys, Shropshire, Staffordshire & West Midlands). With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, working Monday – Friday with on-call responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in proactive maintenance and fault diagnostics
• Strong background with industrial equipment (gearboxes, pumps, hydraulics)
• Understanding of control systems and mechanical installation standards
• Comfortable using IT systems and data analysis tools

You’ll Thrive If You Have:

• A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to work independently or in a team
• Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities
• Flexibility and resilience under pressure
• Motivation to learn and grow within the role

Qualifications

• Minimum BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Desirable: Certification in vibration/electrical signature analysis (CAT I or II), IOSH Health & Safety, Lean Management
• A valid UK driving licence (regional travel may be required)

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

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.