Mechanical Fitter

Veolia; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Healthcare resources

Volunteer/community leave

Training and development

Job summary

Veolia in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Mechanical Fitter to maintain a range of plant and equipment. You will perform planned, preventive and reactive maintenance on rotating machinery, pumps, hydraulics and pneumatics, working to minimise downtime.

The role requires a time-served mechanical apprenticeship, experience in a continuous process environment, and strong communication skills. Veolia offers development opportunities and a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Must have a time-served apprenticeship with a mechanical bias.
• Experience in a continuous process industry; electrical power generation experience preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to be on site outside normal hours when required.
• CMMS experience with HxGN desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance on plant and equipment.
• Diagnose, report and rectify defects quickly to minimise downtime.
• Propose and support modifications and improvements to plant.
• Coordinate maintenance activity safely with operations and other departments.
• Supervise company and contractor staff as required.
• Maintain clean, tidy and safe work areas at all times.
• Follow Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures.
• Undertake other duties within the scope of the role as directed by management.

Skills

Maintenance technician

CMMS experience

ATEX refurbishment

Rotating equipment maintenance

Pipe fitting

Education

Mechanical-biased apprenticeship

Tools

HxGN CMMS

Job description

Salary: £42,466.39 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Ellesmere Port

Cheshire

CH65 4EQ

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 Mechanical Fitter 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/people's 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

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance on a wide range of plant and equipment (including overhead cranes, rotating equipment, pumps, conveyors, hydraulics and pneumatics).
• Diagnose, report and rectify plant defects quickly and professionally to minimise downtime.
• Propose, develop and support modifications and improvements to plant/apparatus where appropriate.
• Liaise with operations and other departments to plan and coordinate maintenance activity safely and effectively.
• Supervise company and contractor staff as required, ensuring work is completed to the right standard.
• Maintain clean, tidy and safe work areas at all times.
• Follow and support company Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures, including completing and supporting audits.
• Undertake other duties within the scope and spirit of the role as directed by management.

What we're looking for

• Time-served Maintenance Technician with a recognised mechanical-biased apprenticeship and strong knowledge of maintenance techniques.
• Experience in a continuous process industry (electrical power generation experience required for success in the role).
• Competent communicator, able to work with colleagues at all levels both verbally and in writing.
• Willingness to be contacted and attend site outside normal working hours when required.
• Ideally experienced with CMMS systems (HxGN desirable).
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Flexible approach and creative problem-solving mindset.
• Skilled in ATEX pump refurbishment and rotating equipment maintenance.
• Pipe fitting experience.
• COMAH experience is desirable.
• Manual handling knowledge required.

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