Multi-skilled Technician - Electrical Bias

ZipRecruiter; North East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions provider is seeking an Electrically Biased Multiskilled Technician to work across Tyne & Wear. The role includes maintaining industrial boilers and CHP engines, requiring electrical qualifications and fault-finding skills. This full-time position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and health services.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Discounts at major retailers

24-hour virtual GP access

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Proven electrical fault finding skills and electrical qualifications required.
• Full drivers licence mandatory.
• 415V 3 phase experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work on industrial boilers and combustion equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of multi-utility plant sites.
• Train and multi-skill as necessary.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

High Voltage experience

Combined Heat & Power experience

Steam boiler plant experience

Education

HNC electrical engineering

ONC electrical engineering

Tools

Industrial boilers

Control systems

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Ready to find the right role for you?

Salary: £40,000 per annum plus company van and Veolia benefits
Hours: 43 hours per week, working 1 in 4 weekends and on call 1 in 4 weekends
Location: Mobile across Tyne & Wear with base in NE1

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 an Electrically Biased Multiskilled Technician 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.

This permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career and gain industry-leading experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.

What you'll be doing

• Work on a large range of industrial boilers, combustion equipment and Combined Heat and Power (CHP) engines.
• Planned preventive maintenance and repair of multi-utility plant sites, including multi-fuel boilers and associated burner systems, steam systems, MTHW systems, LTHW heating systems, control systems, pumps, motors, electrical infrastructure, oil systems, fault diagnosis, repair and some minor installation works.
• Training will be provided for a qualified tradesperson with the aptitude to retrain in this industry. Chosen applicants must be willing to multi-skill as necessary.

What we're looking for

• You will have proven electrical fault finding skills and electrical qualifications - you must hold HNC electrical engineering or ONC electrical engineering qualification.
• A full drivers licence.
• Previous 415V 3 phase experience is essential.
• High Voltage experience would be an advantage and is desirable.
• Combined Heat & Power experience would be advantageous, as would COSHH awareness and IOSH core.
• Steam boiler plant experience would be beneficial.

What we can offer you

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
• Access to our company pension scheme
• Free physiotherapy service
• 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
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.

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 Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the 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