Energy Plant Electro-Mechanical Technician

Veolia Group; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Discounts on groceries/retail

Virtual GP 24/7

Volunteer day

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia Group is seeking an Electro Mechanical Technician to drive maintenance and fault‑finding across a modern Energy Recovery Facility in Marchwood. You will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems, support PLC controllers and collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical and C&I teams during breakdowns.

You will maintain cranes, switchgear, transformers, motors and pumps, and participate in a 365‑day maintenance rota.

Qualifications

• Recognised engineering apprenticeship or equivalent electrical/ mechanical maintenance qualification.
• Proven experience diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical systems.
• Experience in continuous-process, power-generation, industrial or similar operational environment.
• Practical knowledge of preventative maintenance techniques and CMMS.
• Experience with PLC-controlled equipment, motors, pumps, conveyors, switchgear, transformers, generators, cranes or similar industrial plant.
• Competence using electrical test equipment and general workshop machinery/tools.
• Ability to work safely with electrical and mechanical equipment, including high-voltage systems when trained/authorised.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-skilled team.
• Willingness to work a staggered rota 7 days a week, 365 days a year including weekends and out-of-hours.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical and mechanical fault-finding and planned preventative maintenance within a modern Energy Recovery Facility.
• Maintain and diagnose faults on overhead cranes, grabs, inverters, battery and UPS systems, transformers, 415V and 11kV switchgear, protective devices, generator AVR and excitation systems.
• Maintain rotating equipment such as 415VAC motors, pumps, conveyors, motorised valves and associated control gear.
• Interface with PLC controllers and support Electrical, Mechanical and C&I teams during breakdowns.
• Use electrical test equipment and workshop tools; record maintenance on CMMS; support 365-day maintenance cover.

Job description

Veolia Group is seeking an Electro Mechanical Technician to drive maintenance and fault‑finding across a modern Energy Recovery Facility in Marchwood. You will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems, support PLC controllers and collaborate with Electrical, Mechanical and C&I teams during breakdowns.

You will maintain cranes, switchgear, transformers, motors and pumps, and participate in a 365‑day maintenance rota.