Maintenance Technician - Single
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 for you to join as our new Maintenance Technician - Instrumentation.
The role will consist of reacting to failures and planned activities such as improvement projects and preventative maintenance works across the Water Treatment area of the business covering Telford, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham, working on a wide range of installations situated mainly on Severn Trent's water treatment works.
There will also be a need to support the local maintenance teams on a standby rota, one week in every fourteen when required. You must have sound diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
The role holder will be based at home, however, you will be working in the Gloucestershire area, so it's important that you're commutable to here. You will have access to a van for work duties only, including starting from home and heading straight to site working throughout the local geographical area. You will be provided with a laptop phone and safety clothing appropriate to the job.
The position offers an opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team working on a variety of equipment and assets, where you will have the opportunity to embrace curiosity and develop new skills outside of your normal day to day activities.
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).
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
To be a success in this role, along with your experience we will be looking for you to have obtained a NVQ level 3 qualification in maintenance or engineering or equivalent. 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 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.