Maintenance Technician - Single

CompanySevern Trent

LocationSouth Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom

Posted At3/6/2026

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Occupation Type

Metal working production and maintenance fitters

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled

Sponsorship Salary Threshold

£41,700 (£21.38 per hour)

Standard minimum applies

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Description

Electrical Maintenance Technician

Starting from £40,117 + Overtime + Annual Bonus (£1,500) + 25 days leave + 8 days Bank Holiday + Pay Increases + Excellent Benefits + Pension + Training + Progression + Home-Based + Van + Monday–Friday

Severn Trent is hiring Electrical Maintainers across the region, with roles in the Derby - Swadlincote area.

This is a regional role, where you’ll be based from a site near your home and provided with a company vehicle, mobile, safety gear, and tools. Hours: Mon–Thu 7:30–3:30, Fri 7:30–3:00, plus generous overtime opportunities, standby will be required.

What You’ll Need

NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification
18th Edition Electrical Regulations (and latest updates)
Full UK driving licence
Experience gained from process plants in any industry

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Are you an Electrical Engineer or Technician looking for specialist training, career progression, and premium overtime rates? No water industry experience? No problem.

Our treatment works operate as complex process plants, just like those in manufacturing, energy, or other industrial sectors. If you’ve worked with electrical systems in any process environment, your skills will transfer seamlessly.

You’ll also get specialist training, work with advanced electrical systems, and help prevent issues before they happen—keeping communities and rivers safe.

This isn’t just a job—it’s a place to grow and build a career while making a real difference to the environment. You’ll also be part of a close-knit local team—a work family—where you can build friendships, enjoy a laugh, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

If you’re passionate about electrical engineering and want to join a nationally renowned business with ambitious goals, Severn Trent is where your skills—and your career—will thrive.

What’s In It For You

Working here isn’t just a job—it’s a place to grow and build a career. We’ll reward your hard work with great benefits, support your development through award-winning training, and back you with policies designed to look after you and your family. Here are some of the benefits you’ll enjoy:

Starting salary £40,117
25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell up to 5 days)
Annual bonus up to £1,500
Leading pension scheme – we’ll double your contribution (up to 15%)
Sharesave scheme – buy Severn Trent shares at a discount
Dedicated training and development
EV scheme and retail discounts
Family-friendly policies
Two paid volunteering days per year

This role has a clear development path from Foundation to Skilled and Expert. Salary starts at £40,117, rising to £43,386 with qualifications and experience. Plus, you can upskill as an LV SAP, earning an extra allowance.

WHAT’S NEXT?

If you’re a qualified electrician and want a job with a clear environmental purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Before you apply, have an updated CV ready and five minutes to spare.