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About this Senior Mechanical Engineer role at Veolia

Veolia · Onsite · Manchester

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Grade: 4.3

Salary: £42, 919.77

Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon - Fri, 5 days per week

Location: Manchester, M22 4SW but must be willing to work nationwide

 

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.

Whether you’re looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day’s work, 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
  • Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000
  • Access to our company pension scheme
  • Free physiotherapy service 
  • 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
  • Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 
     

What you'll be doing:


  • Work as the senior team leader of a team of other mechanical engineers and mechanical fitters, often consisting of two or more engineers across a range of sites
  • Carry out complex and detailed asset overhauls and replacements
  • Undertake complex mechanical repairs and modifications dewatering equipment, pumps, pipework, valves and other ancillary equipment
  • Working under CDM  regulations on projects work 
  • Responsible for day to day on site supervision of employees and subcontractors
  • Undertake standby cover and overtime as required as well as flexibility to work away from home
  • Complete test reports, installation certificates and customer feedback documents
  • Complete customer paperwork such as permits to work and safety paperwork
  • Work alongside on site customer teams and sub contractors
  • Liaise on site with customers as the primary point of contact
  • Lead the maintenance and repair of dewatering equipment and ancillaries on sewage and clean water treatment facilities.
  • Ensure energy efficient operation of assets and minimise downtime and potential pollution risks by effectively maintaining assets and following prescribed Risk Assessments and Method Statements 
  • Minimise waste and promote good contractor practices such as efficient job organisation, waste management and environmental risk assessments

What we're looking for:


  • Minimum 5 years' experience in industrial environment and leading mechanical installations
  • Proven track record in asset replacement and maintenance of water/sewage treatment equipment
  • NVQ Level 3 or recognized apprenticeship in mechanical engineering maintenance
  • Valid UK Driving License and Compex certification
  • Current SSSTS Card and Confined Space certification
  • First Aid and IOSH certifications required
  • Additional qualifications desired: Clean Water, SHEA Water, DSEAR Awareness
  • Preferred certifications: PASMA and CSCS Gold Card

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.

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How this Mechanical Engineer salary compares

This role pays $57,030/yr — below the typical range for Mechanical Engineer roles.

$82,500 median $133,000 $186,580

Typical range $107,500–$162,000/yr, from 1,542 comparable Mechanical Engineer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Mechanical Engineer salary insights →

About Veolia

Ready to see the world as we do? Who is Veolia? Where other people see waste, our community here at Veolia see opportunity. We’re determined to push for ecological transformation through waste, water and energy, and are committed to getting the tough jobs done. And most importantly, we see the potential of every member of our team, and are giving them the chance to realise it with us. Whether it’s their potential, their commitment or their impact, we see it all. And with our values being community spirit, responsibility, innovation, customer focus and respect they keep us focused on those who matter – all 14,000+ of our employees, our customers and our communities too.

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