Lead Maintenance Engineer

Veolia; Lewes; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental solutions is seeking a Lead Maintenance Engineer to oversee maintenance operations and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary along with numerous benefits, aimed at supporting employees' personal and professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support for mental and physical health

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical equipment maintenance.
• Basic electrical maintenance knowledge preferred.
• Computer literate with good IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages the maintenance of mobile plant machines.
• Ensures compliance with health & safety policies.
• Communicates with stakeholders for maintenance planning.

Skills

Mechanical equipment fault finding

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Maintenance management software

Education

Level 3 NVQ in mechanical engineering or equivalent

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £35,000 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Hollingdean Lane

Brighton

East Sussex

BN1 7BB

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 Lead Maintenance Engineer 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 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;

• Provides indirect management of the maintenance technician only but is responsible for the maintenance of the mobile plant machines.
• Oversees maintenance-related training and inductions while ensuring compliance with HR/ER processes
• Ensures site team compliance with health & safety policies, including isolations and risk assessments
• Manages site visitors, contractors, and external stakeholders to maintain site rules and processes
• Exercises high level of autonomy in implementing operational improvements within company policies
• Contributes actively to budget planning for operational and mechanical maintenance efficiency
• Participates in site leadership team activities, including inspections with clients and regulatory bodies
• Maintains regular communication through multiple channels (in-person, digital) with various stakeholders for maintenance planning and coordination

What we're looking for;

• Proven experience in mechanical equipment fault finding and maintenance
• Basic electrical maintenance knowledge preferred but not mandatory
• Strong problem-solving abilities and analytical skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and precision in work
• Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in approach to tasks
• Proficient in using maintenance management software systems
• Holds Level 3 NVQ in mechanical engineering or equivalent qualification
• Computer literate with good IT skills; electrical engineering qualification beneficial but not required

What's next?

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

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.