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Electrician

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Experience in Instrumentation, SCADA and PLC software/hardware
  • Recognised qualification level 3 or above in an Engineering discipline (Electrical/Control systems) or equivalent experience
  • 18th Edition and Compex is desirable
  • Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical support to Water Services Contracts and central functions
  • Support the electricians in fault finding advanced systems and commissioning small scale installations
  • Support the maintenance and installation of instrumentation and telemetry systems
  • Ensure compliance against company standards

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Communication
  • Positivity
  • Caring Nature

About the company

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Severn Trent

Water & Wastewater Treatment

Water is wonderful. Without it we’d be lost. With it, everything’s possible.For every toothbrush, for every loo flushed. For the hot showers, the cool drinks, the cups of tea. (Because honestly? There’s nothing that can’t be sorted over a nice cup of tea.) But it’s not just at the heart of our homes. It’s at the heart of everything; our schools, our businesses, our hospitals. Saving lives, helping communities thrive. It’s essential, and we simply cannot live without it.We’re Severn Trent, a diverse and amazing group of people who want to keep it that way. We bring you clean water and we take it away safely too. But it’s not just what we do. It’s how we do it: not just talking, but going over and above. Stepping up and rolling our sleeves up. And it’s why we do it: because we care. Not only about our water but our little corner of the country and the community we serve. We care for our amazing colleagues who without them none of this would be possible. We care about making sure they reflect the communities we work in too. At Severn Trent we do more, because we care.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryWater & Wastewater Treatment
Company size5001 - 10000

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Job description

 

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  

Severn Trent Services, Severn Trent Group’s commercial arm, are currently looking for an Electrian to join our growing team. 

You will play a key role ensuring efficiency across the business through Instrumentation, and electrical control. We’re looking for someone to provide technical support to Water Services Contracts and central functions to ensure compliance against company standards. Whilst also supporting the electricians in fault finding advanced systems and commissioning small scale instals.

Our Electrical/instrumentation Technician will also be responsible for supporting the maintenance and installation of instrumentation and telemetry systems, while working to achieve the best solutions to suit the needs of the business.

You will be covering the southern half of the mod patch, between the hours of 8:00am – 4:00pm, Monday – Friday. In exchange we’ll provide a company van & fuel card to allow you to start work from home whilst also investing in your personal development, including Compex training, that once passed qualifies you for an additional monthly allowance.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR  

As a minimum we’re looking for you to have experience in Instrumentation, SCADA and PLC software/hardware. Whilst ideally you will also hold a recognised qualification level 3 or above in an Engineering discipline (Electrical/Control systems) or equivalent experience. Having your 18th Edition and Compex is desirable. A full UK driving licence will be required for the role.

Of course, it’s important that we attract the right skill sets, and those with the right experience but we value character, positivity and a caring attitude in equal weight.

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.

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 15% of base salary, 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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