Electro Mechanical Technician

Veolia; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental management company is seeking an Electro Mechanical Technician in Portsmouth. The role involves maintaining and improving plant equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency, and requires strong electrical and mechanical knowledge. Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship and experience in continuous processes. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support for physical and mental health

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Maintenance Technician with experience in continuous processes.
• Strong understanding of maintenance techniques.
• Knowledge of manual handling and P.L.C. systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance on various plant equipment.
• Diagnose and repair plant defects promptly.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical/Mechanical knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Recognized Electrical/Mechanical Apprenticeship

Tools

CMMS systems (INFOR)

Job description

Overview

Salary - Competitive plus Veolia benefits

Grade - 4.2

Location - Portsmouth ERF, Quartremaine Rd, Portsmouth, PO3 5QH

Hours: 40 hours per week - Must be flexible to work outside of normal hours if required.

We live in a world that needs to take care of its resources, and our mission at Veolia is to 'Resource the World'. We have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated Electro Mechanical Technician to join our Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Portsmouth.

As an Electro Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for maintenance tasks, involving electrical and mechanical fault finding, defect rectification and routine maintenance activities across the facility.

Improving communities, protecting the environment and creating an inclusive culture is right at the heart of our business. Together our employees make our communities better and our engineers play an integral part in helping to shape the future of our business. They are the Resourcers, behind the resources. We want you to be part of our diverse workforce!

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• 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 will you be doing?

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on a variety of plant and apparatus including overhead cranes, rotating equipment, pumps, conveyors, hydraulics, pneumatics, etc. With a good understanding of 415 motors, variable speed drives, electrical switchgear.
• Report, diagnose and remedy plant defects in a timely professional manner.
• Propose and develop modifications/improvements to plant/apparatus as appropriate.
• Supervise Company and Contractor staff as appropriate.
• Carry out duties associated with company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality Procedures, including audits. Maintain all work areas in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
• Undertake other duties within the scope and spirit of the job as instructed by Management.

What are we looking for?

• A time served Maintenance Technician with a recognised Electrical/Mechanical Apprenticeship, and a detailed knowledge of all aspects of maintenance techniques.
• Previous experience gained in a continuous process industry.
• Manual handling knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ideally have knowledge of CMMS systems, ideally 'INFOR'.
• Flexible, with a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Understanding of, and ability to interface with P.L.C. systems.

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.

If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don’t hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.