Electrical/Mechanical Pump Manager

Position Summary

Full time permanent – Salary up to £50,000 DOE + benefits.

Metro Rod LTD, a leading provider of drain clearance and maintenance services and part of the Franchise Brands network, is looking for a Mechanical / Electrical Pump Manager.

What does it entail?

Responsible for managing pump-related operations, supporting engineers on-site, maintaining high safety and compliance standards, and helping to develop and train team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical and electrical pump operations and maintenance activities
• Serve as the Electrical supervisor / Appointed person NICEIC/NAPIT for the company
• Support and manage engineers across multiple sites
• Carry out and review electrical testing and inspections
• Conduct site audits and ensure compliance with health & safety standards
• Diagnose faults and support technical problem solving
• Assist with planning and delivery of maintenance and installation projects
• Provide training, mentoring, and technical support to engineers and apprentices
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and customer service

What are we looking for?

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification
• Minimum 4 years’ post‑qualification experience
• Experience carrying out electrical testing and inspections
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault‑finding skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage workloads effectively
• Experience in quoting work
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience within the wastewater industry
• Previous pump industry experience
• Experience delivering training or mentoring staff
• Experience conducting site audits and compliance checks
• Strong communication and organisational skills

Personal attributes & characteristics

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support a team
• Excellent problem‑solving and fault‑finding abilities
• Proactive and self‑motivated with a hands‑on approach
• Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with clients, colleagues, and site teams
• Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Committed to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and workmanship
• Willingness to mentor, train, and develop others within the team
• Professional, reliable, and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure

What do you get?

• 25 days annual leave – plus bank holidays
• Paid expenses for travel, meals and accommodation
• Royal London, Company Pension
• Group Life Assurance
• Additional Paid Leave / Special Leave
• Company Events
• Laptop / Company Mobile
• Free Eye Tests / Subsidy for Glasses
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Support
• Employee Discounts Platform – Mintago

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

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