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Posted Date:  27 Jun 2025
Posting End Date:  12/09/2025
Location:  Birmingham
Company:  Severn Trent Water
Department:  Water treatment
Salary (£):  £38,474.30 - £45,124.35

Maintenance Technician - E

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

 

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:
  • Motor Starters
  • Variable Speed Drives
  • Electrical control circuits (relays, contactors, timers etc.)
  • 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 Technician to have obtained a NVQ level 3 qualification in the related subject and have 18th Edition. Furthermore C&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. 

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