Maintenance Manager

Veolia; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Leeds is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance function, ensuring efficient operations and compliance with legislation. The ideal candidate is an Apprentice-trained Engineer with an HND, experienced in supervising maintenance within the process industry. Responsibilities include reviewing plant defects, managing budgets, and overseeing maintenance procedures. Competitive salary and benefits offered, alongside a focus on ecological transformation and community support.

Benefits

Access to company pension scheme

Discounts on groceries and retailers

Support resources for health and wellness

24-hour access to a virtual GP

Paid leave for community volunteering

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and Pressure Systems regulations.
• Experience in managing maintenance budgets and planned maintenance systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the maintenance function for efficient operations.
• Review plant defects and develop modification proposals.
• Plan and manage scheduled maintenance outages.
• Prepare and manage site maintenance budgets.
• Oversee development of management systems and procedures.

Skills

Apprentice-trained Engineer

Knowledge of Control, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering

Experience in supervisory maintenance role

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

HND or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: Competitive salary, car allowance / company car and competitive annual bonus.
Location: Leeds ERF LS9 0RJ

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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

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

• Access to our company pension scheme
• 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
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing

• Lead and manage the maintenance function, including in-house teams and contract staff, ensuring efficient operations while maintaining compliance with all relevant legislation and site procedures
• Review plant defects and develop modification proposals to maintain optimal plant reliability and availability across the facility
• Plan and manage scheduled maintenance outages, including work specification, quality control, and coordination between all stakeholders
• Prepare and manage site maintenance budgets, ensuring all activities are delivered within approved financial parameters
• Oversee the development and implementation of Stores Systems, Management Systems, Health & Safety procedures, and the CMMS (Computerised Maintenance Management System) to enhance maintenance operations
• Ensure full compliance with the company's Quality and Environmental Management Systems, Health & Safety policies, and all relevant legislation, while participating in the management standby rota for emergency response

What we're looking for

• Apprentice-trained Engineer with HND or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline, with broad knowledge across Control, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering, plus strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation, CDM regulations, and Pressure Systems regulations
• Experience in a supervisory maintenance role within the process industry (Chemical, Waste Incineration, or Power Generation), ideally with steam raising plant experience
• Proven experience managing maintenance budgets and planned maintenance systems, with strong analytical skills and a practical, hands‑on approach to engineering problem‑solving
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with demonstrated ability to manage and motivate teams and contractors, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously

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.

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