Veolia | UK
Shift Engineer
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Salary: £66,877.68 per annum plus a 15% bonus and Veolia benefits
Hours: 33.6 hours per week, 12hr shifts days & nights
Location: Tyseley Energy Recovery Facility
James Road,
Birmingham
B11 2BA
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.
As a Shift Engineer, you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you:
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Access to our company/people's pension scheme
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
- Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
- 24-hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
- One paid day's leave every year to volunteer and support your community
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing:
- Leading and managing a shift team to ensure the efficient and safe operation of the Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) and Clinical plant and equipment, adapting to operational demands as required
- Fulfilling the role of Control Person, ensuring all contractors and maintenance teams are safely set to work in full compliance with Veolia ERF Safety Rules and site Environmental Permit requirements
- Acting as the designated Senior Authorised Person during planned Plant Outages, representing the site management team in an out-of-hours capacity
- Driving the training, mentoring, and development of shift staff, equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed for future career progression
- Maintaining accurate statutory and statistical records in line with Company Procedures and Policies, whilst liaising closely with maintenance teams to ensure efficient work scheduling and planning
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What we're looking for:
- Relevant electro-mechanical or power engineering qualifications are essential for this role
- A proven leader with strong people management skills and a demonstrable ability to coach, mentor, and develop individuals within a high-performance operational environment
- Previous experience working within an Energy from Waste facility, power station, or similar electro-mechanical/power engineering setting is highly desirable
- An unwavering commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance, with a no-compromise approach to maintaining the highest standards on site
- Prior experience working within a shift rota environment, with a clear understanding of the demands and responsibilities this brings
- Strong IT literacy, with working knowledge of Google Docs and Microsoft Office products, alongside a solid understanding of relevant industry legislation
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We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024, and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also 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.
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