Wastewater Pump Manager

Metro Rod Ltd.; Heald Green; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Travel expenses

Royal London pension

Group Life Assurance

Additional Paid Leave

Company events

Laptop / Company mobile

Eye tests subsidy

Employee assistance programme

Occupational Health

Mintago discounts

Job summary

Metro Rod LTD is seeking an experienced Mechanical / Electrical Pump Manager to lead pump operations on-site across multiple sites, supporting engineers and maintaining high safety standards.

Ideal candidates will hold an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, the 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, and have a minimum of four years post-qualification experience, a full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience carrying out electrical testing and inspections.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage workloads effectively.
• Experience in quoting work.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical and electrical pump operations and maintenance activities.
• Be the Electrical supervisor/Appointed person NICEIC/NAPIT for the Company.
• Support and manage engineers across multiple sites.
• Carry out and review electrical testing and inspections.
• Conduct site audits and ensure compliance with health & safety standards.
• Diagnose faults and support technical problem solving.
• Assist with planning and delivery of maintenance and installation projects.
• Provide training, mentoring, and technical support to engineers and apprentices.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and customer service.

Skills

Electrical fault-finding

Team leadership

Electrical testing

Quoting work

Driving licence (UK)

Willingness to travel

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

Minimum 4 years post-qualification experience

Job description

Metro Rod work with the likes of Equans, Amey, Aldi, Mitie, Greggs, McDonalds, Wetherspoons and many more in the FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Despite having been around for over 40 years, we are a fast-growing and dynamic business and part of an ever-expanding group Franchise Brands.

Metro Rod LTD

Full time permanent

Salary up to £50,000 DOE + benefits

Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees with geographical coverage across the UK. We’ve been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we’re proud of our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction. Major companies and leading high street names trust us to deal with all their regular drain maintenance and we’ll bring the same high standards of service to tackle your drain blockage.

Within the Waste & Water Services Division of Franchise Brands, is also Willow Pumps and Filta. Two expanding businesses that focus on sewage pumps and commercial kitchen solutions. Together, the brands provide a complete one-stop shop for keeping water and waste flowing.

What does it entail?

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Mechanical / Electrical Pump Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong electrical background and hands‑on experience within pumps and ideally wastewater environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing pump‑related operations, supporting engineers on‑site, maintaining high safety and compliance standards, and helping to develop and train team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical and electrical pump operations and maintenance activities
• Be the Electrical supervisor/Appointed person NICEIC/NAPIT for the Company.
• Support and manage engineers across multiple sites
• Carry out and review electrical testing and inspections
• Conduct site audits and ensure compliance with health & safety standards
• Diagnose faults and support technical problem solving
• Assist with planning and delivery of maintenance and installation projects
• Provide training, mentoring, and technical support to engineers and apprentices
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and customer service

What are we looking for?

We are seeking someone proactive, reliable, and technically strong who can confidently support both operational delivery and team development. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working both on‑site and in a leadership capacity, with a positive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification
• Minimum 4 years’ post‑qualification experience
• Experience carrying out electrical testing and inspections
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage workloads effectively
• Experience in quoting work.
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience within the wastewater industry
• Previous pump industry experience
• Experience delivering training or mentoring staff
• Experience conducting site audits and compliance checks
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Personal attributes & characteristics

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team
• Excellent problem-solving and fault-finding abilities
• Proactive and self‑motivated with a hands‑on approach
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with clients, colleagues, and site teams
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and workmanship
• Willingness to mentor, train, and develop others within the team
• Professional, reliable, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure

What do you get

• 25 days annual leave – plus bank holidays
• Paid expenses for travel, meals and accommodation
• Royal London, Company Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Additional Paid Leave / Special Leave
• Company Events
• Laptop / Company Mobile
• Free Eye Tests / Subsidy for Glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Support
• Employee Discounts Platform – Mintago

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.