CBM Engineer

Southern Water

10d • $48,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and proactive CBM Engineer (Route-Based) to enhance the reliability and performance of Southern Water’s assets. You will be responsible for implementing, monitoring, and optimizing condition-based maintenance strategies through route-based monitoring and fixed sensors. This role is key to ensuring our assets operate efficiently and sustainably.

Requirements

• Strong experience in analysing, designing, operating, maintaining, or managing assets.
• Ability to prioritise tasks, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Logical, analytical mindset with strong planning abilities.
• Flexible approach and collaborative working style.
• Proficiency in vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, and oil analysis.
• Familiarity with reliability analysis techniques (RCM, FMECA) and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Understanding of predictive analytics, machine learning, and failure prediction models.
• Ability to identify risks and develop resolution plans.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements and compliance standards.

Nice To Haves

• Industry-accredited training courses defined by ISO18436 (Vibration Analysis, Infrared Imaging, Ultrasonic Testing, Oil Analysis). Candidate requiring training will also be considered
• Minimum ONC or OND in engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Wastewater knowledge is desired.

Responsibilities

• Execute condition-based monitoring aligned with asset maintenance strategies, including thermography, vibration analysis, ultrasound emission, and oil analysis.
• Report findings from route-based condition monitoring through our asset management platform.
• Analyse and interpret data, compiling detailed corrective maintenance plans that summarize equipment condition, trends, and potential failures. (Approx. 10%)
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) on complex equipment failures and implement corrective measures.
• Continuously improve monitoring processes and methodologies to enhance reliability.

Benefits

• Company and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension up to 11% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave
• Life assurance equal to 4x salary
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)
• Health Cash Plan
• Full funded eye tests
• Two paid volunteering days a year
• Occupational health service
• Discounts with over 800 popular retailers
• Digital GP service
• Study support may be available for job-related qualifications
• Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options
• Cycle to work scheme

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees