Mechanical Fitter

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company is looking for a Mechanical Fitter to join its manufacturing team in Peterborough. This role involves the assembly, maintenance, and repair of mobile industrial water treatment systems. The ideal candidate will have proven mechanical assembly experience, strong technical expertise, and a commitment to safety and quality standards. Benefits include 26 days holiday, private healthcare, and long-term care support. The company emphasizes employee well-being and work-life balance.

Benefits

Health & Welfare: 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Lifestyle account benefits

Discounted Gym Memberships

Leading pension contribution

Industry leading Life Insurance

Income Protection

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical assembly experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience with PVC and stainless-steel pipework, valves, and fittings.
• Strong understanding of EHS and quality compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair mechanical components.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Participate in LEAN/KAIZEN continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical assembly experience

Ability to read technical drawings

Hands-on experience with pipework

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Fitter to join our manufacturing team. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor you will be responsible for the assembly, maintenance, and repair of mobile industrial water treatment systems. This hands-on role requires technical expertise in mechanical systems and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, and repair mechanical components to ensure optimal equipment functionality
• Perform refurbishment and fabrication of parts and equipment
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance tasks
• Calibrate and validate instruments to maintain accuracy and compliance
• Work independently or collaboratively with qualified fitters, fabricators, welders, and electricians on larger projects
• Adhere to Safety Risk Assessments and EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) standards
• Maintain workplace organization through regular 5S/housekeeping activities
• Participate in LEAN/KAIZEN continuous improvement initiatives
• Attend training sessions and team meetings
• Willing to work overtime when required
• Proven mechanical assembly experience
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Hands-on experience with PVC and stainless-steel pipework, valves, and fittings
• Previous work in an industrial manufacturing or maintenance environment
• Strong understanding of EHS and quality compliance requirements
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills

• MIG and/or TIG welding certification or experience
• Familiarity with water treatment systems

About Veolia

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Employee Support

At Veolia, we know that at certain crucial moments in life, we all need a little help, protection and support. That's why we are proud to offer our Veolia Cares program, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees. From the very first day of employment, this commitment is reflected in an array of benefits that is generous and relevant. These include: Health & Welfare: Holiday allowance 26 days plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy or sell additional days off Private Healthcare - currently BUPA, with an option to add your family members Dental Plan providing cover or monetary cash back on appointments and treatments Enhanced Maternity / Primary Care pay of 13 weeks full pay from Day 1 Enhanced Paternity / Secondary Care pay of 2 weeks full pay from Day 1 Adoption Leave of 13 weeks full pay for Parental, and 2 weeks full Co-parental pay from day 1 of employment Support for Carers offering flexibility for longer term caring needs such as considering options of remote work, flexible work hours, adjusted schedules, and paid or unpaid leave A Lifestyle Account where we put in £60 to start you off, then match you £ for £ on every activity you buy up to £360 Discounted Gym Memberships All employees receive one day of paid volunteering leave per year Monetary Benefits: Leading pension contribution of 10% of your earnings from us every month, doubling your own contribution of 5% Option to buy shares at preferential rates Salary Sacrifice Schemes The Bigger Picture - protecting you and your loved ones in the longer term Industry leading Life Insurance providing you 10 x your salary as a benefit paid to your nominated person(s) Income Protection that covers you for 5 years at up to 60% of your salary, with 2 x your salary as a lump sum should you be unable to return to work.