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Mechanical Engineer
# Mechanical Engineer – Veolia Dewatering and Maintenance Solutions
Salary: Competitive plus company vehicle and Veolia benefits Hours: 40 per week Location: Mobile across South England
## About the Role
You see the world as we do—where challenges offer chances to improve tomorrow for everyone. Veolia’s Dewatering and Maintenance Solutions team is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (or an existing Field Service Engineer ready to grow) to drive sustainability across water treatment sites.
This role is part of a growing portfolio, where you’ll play a vital part in reshaping resource management for a healthier planet.
## What You’ll Be Doing
Work in a dynamic team of mechanical engineers or mechanical fitters, frequently deploying across multiple sites, typically as a team of two:
- Execution:
- Carry out complex asset overhauls and replacements for dewatering equipment, pumps, and ancillary systems.
- Conduct mechanical repairs and modifications to hardware including valves, pipework, and stainless/mild steel installations.
- Perform inspections, servicing, and emergency repairs on customer-owned dewatering and water treatment assets.
- Execute pipework installations (using plastic, stainless steel, and mild steel) and associated equipment.
- Operate on a standby/Overtime basis as needed, with flexibility to deploy away from home.
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Documentation & Compliance:
- Complete test reports, installation certificates, and customer feedback documents.
- Manage customer paperwork (permit-to-work, safety logs).
- Serve as first point of contact for on-site customer teams, liaising to resolve issues.
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Technical Leadership:
- Lead maintenance and repairs in wastewater and clean water treatments plants.
- Implement energy-efficient operations, minimize downtime and pollution risks.
- Reduce raw material waste through methodical servicing and first-time fix mentality.
## Requirements
Essential:
- Qualified in mechanical engineering maintenance: NVQ Level 3 or a recognised apprenticeship.
- Full UK Driving License (essential for site mobility).
Interpersonal & Hands-on:
- Proven hands-on engineering maintenance experience.
Desirable & Certifications:
- COMPX Trained (and other third-party certification).
- Confined Space Work Training.
- First Aid Certified.
- Clean Water/IoLC Seventh/SHEA Waste Certification.
- IOSH Managing Safely.
- DSEAR Awareness (Dangerous Substances Handling).
- PASMA Tower Work Training.
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## Benefits & Rewards
- 25 Days Annual Leave
- Referral Scheme: Earn £1,000 per endorsed Engineer (post-joining).
- Access to a pension scheme and holistic support, including:
- Year-round physiotherapy.
- Discounted goods and services.
- Virtual GP access, year-round for you and household.
- Personal growth: Comprehensive training, development, and upskilling.
Additionally, your impact matters:
- Top employer recognition (listed on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for 2023, 2024, and 2025).
- Diversity & inclusion: Apply under Veolia’s Disability Confident Scheme for fair access.
- International reach: Exceeding vision and purpose—four core values driving all 14,000+ of our global team.
Apply today. Be the next engineer to leave a legacy for generations. Join our vision—where waste is an opportunity, and every member of the team realises their potential.
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