Maintenance Assistant — Hands-On, Safety-Driven & Growth-Ready

Veolia; Llanelli; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

GP service

Discounts on retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Training & development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia in the United Kingdom is hiring a maintenance assistant to support site operations at our facility. The role involves assisting maintenance technicians, prepping equipment, and maintaining clean, safe areas.

You will operate MEWPs and forklifts after training, follow safety procedures, report hazards, and contribute to improved site standards. A mechanical qualification is desirable and training is provided.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical experience or aptitude
• Good knowledge of health and safety practices
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Experience with general housekeeping in an industrial environment

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance technicians with general maintenance tasks, including job set-up, lifting, equipment preparation and basic mechanical work.
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping standards across the site, including the effluent plant grounds, vegetation, workshop and other operational areas.
• Operate MEWPs and forklifts to support maintenance activities, following appropriate training and safety procedures (training will be provided if required).
• Communicate effectively with colleagues, provide updates on tasks and promptly report any safety concerns or hazards.
• Work proactively and safely in an industrial environment, using initiative to support site improvements and maintain high health and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication and teamwork

Health and safety awareness

MEWP/forklift operation

Education

Mechanical qualification (desirable)

Job description

Veolia in the United Kingdom is hiring a maintenance assistant to support site operations at our facility. The role involves assisting maintenance technicians, prepping equipment, and maintaining clean, safe areas.

You will operate MEWPs and forklifts after training, follow safety procedures, report hazards, and contribute to improved site standards. A mechanical qualification is desirable and training is provided.