Condition Monitoring Engineer (Sussex) in Eastbourne

Condition Monitoring Engineer (Route‑Based) – Location: Sussex (hybrid working available, with travel across Southern Water sites). Contract Type: Permanent. Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Salary: Up to £48,000 dependent on experience. A full UK driving licence is essential. A company van and tools will be provided.

As a Condition Monitoring Engineer (Route‑Based), you will play a vital role in improving the reliability, performance and sustainability of Southern Water’s assets. You will deliver condition‑based monitoring across multiple sites, using both route‑based monitoring and fixed sensors. Your insights will help prevent failures, improve asset performance and support smarter maintenance decisions across the business. This role suits someone who is technically strong, comfortable working independently across sites, and motivated by using data and insight to drive continuous improvement.

What you will be responsible for:

• Delivering condition‑based monitoring aligned to asset maintenance strategies.
• Carrying out route‑based monitoring using techniques such as vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasound emission and oil analysis.
• Recording and reporting condition monitoring findings through our asset management system.
• Analysing data to identify trends, risks and potential equipment failures.
• Producing clear corrective maintenance recommendations based on asset condition.
• Completing root cause analysis on complex equipment failures and supporting corrective actions.
• Continuously improving monitoring methods to enhance asset reliability and performance.

Additional role information:

The role involves regular travel to sites across Hampshire and occasional office working. Hybrid working is supported where operationally appropriate.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Experience analysing, maintaining, managing or operating engineering assets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and manage workloads effectively.
• Confident communication skills and the ability to work with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A proactive, flexible approach and a willingness to collaborate across teams.

Desirable:

• Experience in wastewater or other regulated asset environments.
• Understanding of reliability and predictive maintenance techniques such as Reliability‑Centred Maintenance (RCM) or Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA).
• Awareness of predictive analytics, failure forecasting or data‑led maintenance tools.

Qualifications Preferred:

• Industry‑accredited training aligned to ISO 18436 standards, including: Vibration analysis, Infrared imaging, Ultrasonic testing, Oil analysis. Candidates who require training will also be considered.
• ONC, OND or equivalent qualification in engineering, or relevant industry experience.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and work‑life balance, including:

• Company and performance‑related bonus
• Generous pension, up to 11% company contribution
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance equal to four times your salary
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after six months’ service)
• Health Cash Plan and funded eye tests
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Occupational health services and digital GP access
• Study support for job‑related qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts with over 800 retailers

About Southern Water:

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry. With £7.8bn of planned investment between 2025 and 2030, this is an exciting time to join a business committed to long‑term resilience, sustainability and service excellence. You’ll join a team that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, where your technical expertise can make a real difference.

Our commitment to inclusion:

We understand that great talent comes in many forms. If this role excites you and you believe you can make an impact, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t meet every requirement. We’ll support your growth and development.

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.