Electrical Maintenance Technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician
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 Waste Water Recycling team have a great opportunity for you to join as our new Electrical Maintenance Technician. 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. You'll be responsible for making sure our treatment processes are working optimally to deliver important work enhancing our regions rivers. The role will consist of

• Proactively and reactively maintain the electrical assets onsite.
• Reacting to failures and planned improvement works across the area on sewage pumping stations and sewage treatment works
• Carrying out service and replacement of assets Pump motors, electrical circuitry components, contactors, overloads, slip ring assemblies, telemetry outstations, variable speed drives and motor control circuits.
• Supporting the local maintenance teams, carrying out planned and breakdown maintenance activity on electromechanical wastewater assets
• Undertake fault diagnostics and have the ability to resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Completion of electrical inspections and testing
• Interpret and update Electrical drawings
• Supporting the Design and Build of new processes
• Timely feedback on work carried out on daily basis
• Owning site electrical performance
• Monitor treatment processes using SCADA system and act on alarms as required

With this being such a critical role, we're looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, working Monday to Friday, you will also participate in a 24/7 stand-by rota 1 in 5 weeks. The role is part of a competency framework to support your development from "Foundation" through to "Skilled", with the option to progress to "Expert" status. Starting at £38,574.30 rising to £45,124.35 depending on additional qualifications and experience. As part of your ongoing professional development, you will be required to upskill as a LV/HV SAP which will come with an additional allowance on top of your basic salary. So, if you care about the environment, are curious about how things work and have the courage to challenge ways of working, we are absolutely certain you will be proud to work for Severn Trent. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR Along with your experience, you must hold

• NVQ level 3 Electrical qualification
• 18th Edition Electrical Regulations and ongoing new additions
• A full UK driving licence will be required for the role

You'll be expected to know how to work with process control systems and have a working knowledge of industrial electrical installation requirements and standards. In Severn Trent we use a number of different devices on the job so your experience working with various IT systems will be great. You must have sound diagnostic and problem-solving skills. Basic instrumentation skills are desirable but not essential as there will be an opportunity to upskill and develop a second skill set. 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:

• Starting salary of £40,117
• 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)
• 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
• Family friendly policies
• 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.