Mechanical Service Engineer

Veolia; City Of London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Free physiotherapy

24/7 GP service

Discounts on retailers

Health and wellbeing resources

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a professional Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to carry out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across Veolia sites in London. You will install, repair and commission pumps, valves and pipework, respond promptly to breakdowns and support continuous operation of pumping systems.

We offer a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, a company pension, and health benefits including free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service, plus access to training to develop your full

Qualifications

• Recognised mechanical engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds.
• Experience installing, maintaining and repairing pumps, pipework and valves.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills for repair solutions.
• Experience in industrial/utilities/water/processing environments.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London; travel/ out-of-hours rota understood.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned, preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance across Veolia sites.
• Install, maintain, repair and replace pumps, valves, pipework and associated mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose faults, identify root causes and complete effective repairs on mechanical plant and pumping systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency callouts, making equipment safe and restoring operation as quickly as possible.
• Complete pipework installations, modifications, repairs and leak rectification works, including the inspection and commissioning of completed work.
• Maintain accurate records, complete PPM schedules and report on outstanding work, recurring faults and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Pumps maintenance

Fault finding

Maintenance planning

Emergency response

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds

Apprenticeship

HNC/HND Mechanical

Tools

Pumps

Valves

Pipework

Mechanical plant

Job description

Salary:

£45,000 - £55,000 per annum (dependant on experience) plus company vehicle and Veolia benefits

Grade:

4.3

Hours:

43 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with participation in a rostered out-of-hours and emergency call-out arrangement

Location:

Mobile across London (mainly South London)

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.

Whether you're looking to overhaul the industry, or just do a good day's work, 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
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy and 24/7 GP service
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial health
• 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 across Veolia sites.
• Install, maintain, repair and replace pumps, valves, pipework and associated mechanical equipment.
• Diagnose faults, identify root causes and complete effective repairs on mechanical plant and pumping systems.
• Respond to breakdowns and emergency callouts, making equipment safe and restoring operation as quickly as possible.
• Complete pipework installations, modifications, repairs and leak rectification works, including the inspection and commissioning of completed work.
• Maintain accurate records, complete PPM schedules and report on outstanding work, recurring faults and improvement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

• A recognised mechanical engineering qualification, such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, apprenticeship or equivalent; HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
• Practical experience installing, maintaining and repairing pumps, pipework, valves and mechanical plants.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and problem-solving skills, with experience diagnosing breakdowns and identifying effective repair solutions.
• Experience of planned and reactive maintenance in an industrial, utilities, water, waste, process or facilities environment.
• Experience responding to emergency breakdowns and participating in an out-of-hours call-out rota, with a good understanding of safe systems of work.
• A full UK driving licence, willingness to travel across London and strong communication skills are essential; electrical, instrumentation, PLC, SCADA or ECI experience would be advantageous.

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.