Job Description

Salary:£43,000.00 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours:40 hours per week, Mon-Fri 07:30am - 4pm

Location:Chilton

Durham

DL17 0PB

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 Mechanical Technician 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 days 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;

• Perform and document mechanical maintenance on Conveyors, Pumps, Valves,

• Compressors, hydraulic and any Mechanical equipment found on a Biomass Power

• station.

• Excellent problem solving and solution resolution, able to demonstrate a working

• knowledge of problem solving and root cause analysis using appropriate tools and

• techniques.

• Inspect, repair and maintain all types of mechanical systems.

• Maintain files, logs and drawings for all mechanical systems using the Computerised

• Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

• To propose and develop modifications and improvements to plant / apparatus as

• appropriate

• Liaise with contractors carrying out mechanical tasks / projects to ensure compliance

• with company procedures

• Control of mechanical spares and consumables on site

What we're looking for;

• Recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

• Qualified to at least HNC or equivalent in Engineering is desirable

• Detailed knowledge of all aspects of maintenance techniques associated with mechanical systems

• Understand and interpret mechanical drawings

• Ability to work on your own or as part of a team effectively and efficiently

What’s next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

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.