Electrical​/Mechanical Pump Manager

Metro Rod LTD

Full time permanent

Salary up to £50,000 DOE + benefits

Metro Rod works with the likes of Equans, Amey, Aldi, Mitie, Greggs, McDonalds, Wetherspoons and many more in FM, Social Housing, Property Management, Retail, Industrial and Leisure sectors. Founded in 1983, Metro Rod and its sister company Metro Plumb are leading providers of drain clearance and maintenance services delivered on a largely reactive basis. The services are provided by over 60 franchisees across the UK.

We have been clearing and unblocking drains for more than thirty years and we pride ourselves on our reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Mechanical / Electrical Pump Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong electrical background and hands-on experience within pumps and ideally wastewater environments.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing pump-related operations, supporting engineers on-site, maintaining high safety and compliance standards, and helping to develop and train team members.

• Oversee mechanical and electrical pump operations and maintenance activities
• Be 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

• 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

• Experience with in 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

• Strong leadership skills with motivation and support for 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 strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions under pressure

• 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.