CBM Engineer – Vibration & Lubrication
Location: Reading, RG2 0RP (Hybrid)
Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reference: 42646
About the Role
Unify is proud to be supporting our client in the search for a CBM Engineer specialising in Vibration and Lubrication. This is a key opportunity to help shape a proactive, systems-led maintenance strategy as part of a major AMP8 investment programme.
You will play a central role in developing and delivering the vibration condition monitoring strategy, working closely with operational teams and project stakeholders to ensure asset reliability and long-term performance.
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct routine vibration-based condition monitoring on critical assets
* Analyse data and produce reports with actionable recommendations
* Advise on maintenance improvements based on long-term trends
* Carry out technical appraisals and recommend condition-based regimes
* Ensure data collection routines are effective and databases are maintained
* Follow up on condition-triggered work to ensure resolution and effectiveness
* Conduct lubrication surveys and recommend improvements to extend asset life
* Support thermography processes and operational teams as required
What We’re Looking For
* HNC in Mechanical Engineering
* Vibration Analysis Level 2 (BINDT or Mobius)
* Proven experience in vibration data capture, analysis, and reporting
* Familiarity with vibration analysis software and route creation
* Background in operational or maintenance engineering environments
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
* Ability to communicate technical findings to non-technical audiences
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable Skills
* Thermography analysis (BINDT or Mobius)
* Lubrication analysis (ISO (phone number removed), Level 1)
* Experience specifying lubrication regimes
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary up to £53,000 per annum
* 26 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service (plus bank holidays)
* Performance-related pay linked to company targets
* Generous benefits including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work scheme, shopping discounts, and life assurance
About Our Client
Our client is the UK’s largest water and wastewater provider, serving over 16 million customers. Their mission is to build a better future for people, communities, and the environment through sustainable infrastructure and innovation. They offer a collaborative and inclusive working environment, with meaningful career development and the chance to make a real impact.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a covering letter detailing their experience and suitability for the role to James Feeley, Department Lead at Unify Renewables.
If you have the skill set and are interested in being put forward for this new and exciting position, then please forward your CV immediately.
Unify HQ Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. If your experience matches, please forward your CV immediately. We thank all applicants who respond, but only those shortlisted will be contacted