Electrician

We’re Severn Trent Services, part of Severn Trent. Think of us as the specialists for anything related to water or wastewater.

We’re a collection of businesses offering different types of commercial water and wastewater services to organisations across Great Britain.

Do you want to feel trusted and empowered to do a great job? If so, join our family.

There are over 300 of us, and while we’re a diverse and ambitious bunch, we’re all aiming for the same goals and definitely have each other’s backs.

All we ask is that you deliver great service and show you care about our customers, communities, and the environment.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Severn Trent Services currently have multiple exciting opportunities for Electricians to join our growing team. These roles will involve working and travelling between our Water and Wastewater assets on various contracts across the UK, for this particular role you’ll cover our Kent region.

If you have an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in an electrical discipline coupled with a positive attitude and appetite to learn, we would love to hear from you...

As our Electrician you’ll be responsible for:

Responsible for ensuring that unsafe electrical installations are managed safely to minimize any risk - whilst identifying the problem and taking remedial action as required.
Advising the associated Area Manager and Supervisor of any existing or new electrical installations that are unsafe or that do not meet current regulatory or industry best practice standards.
Providing accurate and detailed reports to enable contractors to cost any larger remedial works required.
Maintaining site standards to food grade level, whilst keeping a level of professional expertise to ensure your knowledge is up to date with current regulations and requirements
Operating and maintaining the highest Health and Safety standards in accordance with all company policy and procedures

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, by including Compex training, that, once passed qualifies you for an additional allowance.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

As a minimum we’re looking for an NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in an electrical discipline, transferable skills from other industries, and a full UK Driving Licence - however also having your 18th Edition alongside experience of carrying out electrical inspection, installation, and testing in a commercial and industrial setting would be highly desirable.

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 involve. Those who are ready to be part of something bigger and who want to make a difference because they care. Is that you?

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

Base salary between £27,000 - £33,000 with average earnings of circa £40,000 (base salary, standby, call out, overtime/weekends payments)
Annual bonus scheme of up to 15% of your annual salary, based on company performance & eligibility)
31 days holiday, including bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Employee Assistantce Programme to support yours and your family's wellbeing
Discounts and money saving across a whole host of high street retailers
Access to a virtual GP 24/7
Free Will writing service
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’, safeguarding your career progression
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Family friendly policies
Two volunteering days per year

WHAT’S NEXT

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare. If you’re not too sure about what you need to do, or have a question about the role before applying, please do reach out to our amazing team of recruiters at recrtuitment@severntrent.co.uk.

If your curiosity has been piqued and you're wanting to find out even more, search #LifeAtSevernTrent on social media.

Ps. we’ll always let you know the outcome of your application after the closing date - so keep an eye on your phone and emails!