Mechanical Technician

Veolia Group; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support services

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia is recruiting for a CHP specialist to service and maintain Combined Heat and Power plants across Fife and surrounding areas. You will provide hands-on electrical support, diagnose faults, and perform engine servicing while complying with safety rules and Veolia policies.

Applicants must have CHP system expertise, electrical proficiency, and a valid driving licence to visit customer sites. The role offers ongoing training and development within a supportive, inclusive employer.

Qualifications

• CHP systems expertise and qualification.
• Electrical engineering knowledge and proficiency.
• Experience with engine diagnostics and fault-finding.
• Must hold a valid driving licence and be able to visit customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety policies and Veolia procedures.
• Assist Customer Account Manager and Team Leaders on CHP maintenance and fault finding.
• Carry out engine servicing and complex fault diagnosis to return units to service.
• Provide hands-on electrical training to service engineers when required.

Skills

CHP system expertise

Electrical proficiency

Engine diagnostics & fault-finding

Valid driving license

Health & safety knowledge

Education

Electrical engineering qualification

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: competitive salary plus company vehicle and Veolia benefitsHours: 40 hours per weekLocation: Mobile across FifeWhen 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:Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000Access to our company pension schemeFree physiotherapy and 24/7 GP serviceDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental, and financial healthOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentialWhat you'll be doing:Compliance with all Health and Safety policies and procedures.Compliance with all Veolia policies and procedures.Be fully aware of all VCHP safety rules.Have a full driving licence to visit customer sites for business purposes to carry out CHP servicing and breakdown response, as may be required, using company vehicles.Be conversant with the requirements of engine manufacturers servicing schedules.Be skilled in the use of electrical drawings and OEM software packages.Assist Customer Account Manager and Team Leaders on all aspects of CHP maintenance and in depth fault finding as requested.Undertake any other duties associated with CHP plant and general areas as directed by the Customer Account Manager.To provide ‘hands on’ advanced Electrical training to Service Engineers when requiredTo support operational regions with in depth fault finding as and when directed by the Operations ManagerCarry out successful engine servicing, within agreed timescales.Ability to fault find and diagnose issues with engine reliability/performance with successful rectification and return to service of the unit.What we're looking for:CHP (Combined Heat and Power) System Expertise and relevant qualificationElectrical & Technical ProficiencyEngine Diagnostics & Fault-FindingValid Driving LicenseHealth, Safety & Compliance KnowledgeWhat’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.