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Mechanical Technician
Mechanical Technician Role – Biomass Power Station
About Veolia and the Role
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Why Join Veolia?
Salary: £43,000.00 per annum (including Veolia benefits) Hours: 40 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 07:30 AM – 4:00 PM) Location: Chilton, Durham (DL17 0PB)
At Veolia, we believe in transforming the world by caring for resources and communities. As a Mechanical Technician, you’ll drive innovative solutions for a sustainable future, working alongside our inclusive culture to protect the environment and provide meaningful work.
What We Offer
Veolia thrives on empowering its employees. Key benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Discounts on groceries, shopping, and more
- Supportive resources to enhance physical, mental, and financial well-being;
- 24/7 virtual GP access (for you and family)
- Paid volunteer day annually
- Continuous training & career development
- Purpose-driven work in a Best Places to Work organisation (FTSE 100 ranked, 2023-2025)
- Disability Confident Employer – we commit to supporting applicants with disabilities
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Responsibilities
Key Duties
- Perform & document maintenance on critical equipment such as:
- Conveyors, Pumps, Valves, Compressors
- Hydraulic systems & mechanical equipment at our Biomass Power Station
- Problem-solving champion specialising in:
- Root cause analysis using structured methodologies
- Guided modification suggestions
- System maintenance including:
- Intricate inspections & repairs across mechanical systems
- Log updates via Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
- Equipment optimisation by proposing and refining existing processes
- Team collaboration: Coordinate with contractors to uphold company safety and compliance standards
- Inventory management: Oversee mechanical spares and consumables
Required Qualifications & Skills
Essential Requirements
- Mechanical expertise: A recognised Engineering Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification
- Technical understanding: Preferably at least an HNC (or comparable)
- Drawing interpretation & maintenance techniques: Comprehensive knowledge in mechanical systems
- Data-driven approach: Analysing and determining maintenance procedures
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Soft Skills
- Independent vs. collaborative work: Switching seamlessly between individual problem-solving and team-based efforts
About Veolia
Our Impact
Our mission is simple: spot opportunities in challenges. From waste, water, to energy, Veolia transforms visions into reality.
Our Values drive our purpose: ✔ Community Spirit 🌍 ✔ Comprehensive Responsibility 🔄 ✔ Innovation 💡 ✔ Customer First 🎯 ✔ Dignity & Inclusivity ✊
Veolia is home to 14,000+ employees, each championing sustainability and shaping progressive careers.
Visit us today and help us contribute to a sustainable world — just as our 2023-2025 accolades attest.
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