Senior Mechanical Engineer – Water Treatment Lead

0025 Veolia Water UK Limited; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of annual leave

Refer an Engineer bonus £1000

Company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy

Discounts on groceries

Health and wellbeing resources

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Veolia Water UK Limited is seeking a Senior Team Leader of mechanical engineers and fitters in Manchester. You will oversee asset overhauls, complex repairs and on-site supervision across sites, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operation.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial settings and proven leadership in water/sewage treatment equipment upkeep; extensive certifications are preferred. A nationwide travel pattern is expected with 40-hour weeks and a strong emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial environment and leading mechanical installations
• Proven track record in asset replacement and maintenance of water/sewage treatment equipment
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in mechanical engineering maintenance

Responsibilities

• Lead a senior team of mechanical engineers and fitters across multiple sites
• Overhaul and replace complex assets; perform detailed maintenance
• Repair, modify and decommission dewatering equipment, pumps, pipework and valves
• Supervise on-site work under CDM regulations; manage subcontractors and crews
• Coordinate testing and install certificates; ensure safety paperwork is complete
• Liaise with customers on-site as primary contact; support energy-efficient operation

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Mechanical maintenance

Asset maintenance

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 or recognized apprenticeship in mechanical engineering maintenance

SSSTS Card

Compex certification

Confined Space certification

First Aid

IOSH certification

CSCS Gold Card

PASMA

Job description

Veolia Water UK Limited is seeking a Senior Team Leader of mechanical engineers and fitters in Manchester. You will oversee asset overhauls, complex repairs and on-site supervision across sites, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient operation.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial settings and proven leadership in water/sewage treatment equipment upkeep; extensive certifications are preferred. A nationwide travel pattern is expected with 40-hour weeks and a strong emphasis on safety and