Private UK utility supplying drinking water and treating wastewater across southern England.
Southern Water is looking for a proactive CBM Engineer to improve the reliability and performance of its assets. The role involves implementing, monitoring and optimising condition‑based maintenance strategies through route‑based monitoring and fixed sensors, ensuring assets operate efficiently and sustainably.
Key responsibilities include executing condition‑based monitoring such as thermography, vibration analysis, ultrasound emission and oil analysis, reporting findings via the asset management platform, analysing data to produce detailed corrective maintenance plans, performing root‑cause analysis on complex failures, and continuously improving monitoring processes.
The position of CBM Engineer (Route‑Based) closes on 28 November 2025. It is a permanent, full‑time role working 37 hours per week with a salary up to £48,000 depending on experience. The job requires travelling to various Sussex sites or working from an office, a valid driving licence, and the provision of a company van and tools.
The ideal candidate has strong experience in analysing, designing, operating, maintaining or managing assets, can prioritise tasks, manage time effectively and meet deadlines, and possesses excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills. A logical, analytical mindset with strong planning abilities and a flexible, collaborative working style is essential.
Technical expertise should cover vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing and oil analysis, as well as familiarity with reliability techniques such as RCM and FMECA and predictive maintenance strategies. Understanding of predictive analytics, machine learning and failure prediction models is valuable, and wastewater knowledge is desired.
Candidates must be able to identify risks, develop resolution plans and understand statutory requirements and compliance standards.
Preferred qualifications include industry‑accredited ISO18436 training in vibration analysis, infrared imaging, ultrasonic testing and oil analysis, while candidates requiring training will also be considered. A minimum ONC or OND in engineering or equivalent relevant industry experience is desirable.
Southern Water offers a hybrid working model between offices/sites and home, and is committed to diversity, inclusion and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, encouraging applications even if experience does not match every requirement. The company’s purpose is ‘Water for Life’, providing opportunities for personal growth, professional development and innovation.
Employees are expected to support 24/7 incident response to resolve problems quickly, with interview discussions covering any applicable out‑of‑hours support rotas. While not all flexible working requests can be accommodated, the company will strive to find practical solutions for individual circumstances.