Maintenance Engineer

Veolia; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Portsmouth is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to oversee preventative maintenance and compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate has experience in electrical engineering and hydraulics, along with strong problem-solving skills. This role supports a commitment to sustainability and community engagement, offering a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Retail discounts

Resources for health support

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Time served as an electrical engineer.
• Experience in processing, manufacturing, or production.
• Background in hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement planned preventative maintenance and monitor compliance with legislation.
• Oversee maintenance subcontractors and supervise on-site maintenance work.
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdown situations.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Hydraulics

Mobile plant knowledge

Education

City and Guilds in Engineering

Formal qualification in electrical maintenance

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £40,458.01 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday (Occasional weekend work)

Location: Portsmouth, PO3 5QH



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 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;

• Implement planned preventative maintenance, overhauls and planned shutdown works within strict budgets
  
• Oversee maintenance sub contractors
  
• Plan, organise and supervise all maintenance work required on site(s)
  
• Monitor and ensure compliance with health & safety legislation
  
• Respond promptly to emergency breakdown situations
  
• Record keeping of maintenance and audit information
  
• Stock control
  

What we're looking for;

Essential:

• Time served as an electrical engineer
  
• City and Guilds in Engineering plus formal qualification in electrical maintenance
  
• Processing, manufacturing, production industry background
  
• Experience of hydraulics
  
• Knowledge & experience of working with mobile plant
  

Desirable:

• Background and training in both Mechanical and Electrical engineering
  
• Full driving licence - travel to other sites may be required
  

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.





Job Posting End Date:

10-09-2025

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.