Reliability Manager

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 ready to lead a high-performing team and drive excellence in asset maintenance? We’re looking for a Maintenance & Reliability Manager to join our Waste Water Recycling team and take ownership of our asset maintenance programme across a designated region.

What you’ll be doing:

Lead and inspire a team of Reliability Technicians to deliver outstanding service.
Own and optimise the operation and maintenance (O&M) programme across multiple wastewater treatment technologies.
Collaborate with Asset Care and Operations teams to improve asset performance, reduce downtime, and enhance Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
Establish and manage a robust reliability framework, including condition-based monitoring, lubrication schedules, motor/pump alignment, vibration analysis, and failure trend analysis.
Influence insourcing strategies and improve field job reporting to support data-driven asset performance improvements.
Review external maintenance contracts to ensure value for money and support commissioning of new equipment.

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.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Proven experience in a wastewater operational environment.
Strong background in maintenance disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, or ICA).
Demonstrated ability to deliver high-performing maintenance strategies.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Commercial awareness and a drive to deliver results.

Qualifications:

Minimum BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering.
Willingness to complete Asset Maintenance Best Practice (C&G) and Mobius Level 2 (CBM).
IOSH Health & Safety qualification (or equivalent) desirable.
Lean management qualification is a plus.
Full UK driving licence 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:

28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250, 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.