Mechanical Technician

Compensation & Location

Ready to find the right role for you? Salary: £14.34 per hour plus overtime pay and Veolia benefits.

Hours:

40 hours per week, Mon - Fri (Flexible between 06:00am - 06:00pm).

Location:

Chesterfield.

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, we know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

• 25 days of annual leave
• Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service
• Discounts on groceries and well‑known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support physical, mental and financial health
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

• Work as part of a team, often consisting of two engineers across a range of sites.
• Assist with carrying out inspections, services and repairs to customers' dewatering machines.
• Assist mechanical repairs and modifications to pumps, pipework and valves and other ancillary equipment.
• Assist pipework installations using plastic, stainless steel and mild steel materials.
• Undertake standby cover and overtime as required, and be flexible to work away from home.
• Assist with completing test reports, installation certificates and customer feedback documents.
• Work alongside on‑site customer teams.
• Liaise on‑site with customers as a point of contact.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of dewatering equipment and ancillaries on sewage and clean water treatment facilities.
• Help to ensure energy‑efficient operation of assets and minimise downtime and potential pollution risks.
• Help reduce raw material usage on assets by completing thorough service and maintenance tasks using first‑time fixes.
• Provide front‑line care and maintenance of customer dewatering assets, ensuring they are kept in optimum working condition and are readily available for use.
• Operate a range of assets safely and effectively in line with company procedures, manufacturer guidelines and relevant health and safety requirements.
• Operate mobile hire equipment, ensuring it is used correctly, safely and in accordance with all relevant operational and compliance standards.
• This role requires flexibility, including a willingness to undertake standby cover, overtime, and occasional periods of working away from home when required.

• Full UK Driving License.
• Previous experience working in an industrial environment or newly qualified in Mechanical Engineering.

• NVQ or a recognised apprenticeship in mechanical engineering maintenance at Level
  2.
• Experience in maintaining the equipment typically found on water and sewage treatment plants.
• Confined Space Training.
• First Aid trained.

We are committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.