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Must have7
A recognised mechanical engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, apprenticeship or equivalent
Practical experience installing, maintaining and repairing pumps, pipework, valves and mechanical plants
Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with experience diagnosing breakdowns and identifying effective repair solutions
Experience of planned and reactive maintenance in an industrial, utilities, water, waste, process or facilities environment
Experience responding to emergency breakdowns and participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota, with a good understanding of safe systems of work
A full UK driving licence
Willingness to travel across London and strong communication skills are essential
Nice to have2
HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is desirable
Electrical, instrumentation, PLC, SCADA or ECI experience would be advantageous
Skills
PLC
SCADA
ECI
Benefits
Pension
Employee discounts
Wellness program
Virtual gp
Volunteer day
Training and development
Ready to find the right role for you?
Service Engineer
Location: Mobile - Covering Somerset region
Salary: Competitive, plus Veolia Benefits
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
About the company
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. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. 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
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Access to our company pension scheme
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Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
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Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
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24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
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One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
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Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
What you’ll be doing:
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Carry out planned, preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance across Veolia sites.
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Install, maintain, repair and replace pumps, valves, pipework and associated mechanical equipment.
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Diagnose faults, identify root causes and complete effective repairs on mechanical plant and pumping systems.
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Respond to breakdowns and emergency callouts, making equipment safe and restoring operation as quickly as possible.
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Complete pipework installations, modifications, repairs and leak rectification works, including the inspection and commissioning of completed work.
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Maintain accurate records, complete PPM schedules and report on outstanding work, recurring faults and improvement opportunities.
What we’re looking for:
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A recognised mechanical engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, apprenticeship or equivalent; HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
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Practical experience installing, maintaining and repairing pumps, pipework, valves and mechanical plants.
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Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with experience diagnosing breakdowns and identifying effective repair solutions.
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Experience of planned and reactive maintenance in an industrial, utilities, water, waste, process or facilities environment.
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Experience responding to emergency breakdowns and participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota, with a good understanding of safe systems of work.
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A full UK driving licence, willingness to travel across London and strong communication skills are essential; electrical, instrumentation, PLC, SCADA or ECI experience would be advantageous.
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.
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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.