Sustainable Landfill Aftercare Technician

Veolia Group; Otterbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Pension scheme

Discounts

Health resources

24/7 virtual GP

Volunteer day

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Landfill Aftercare & Maintenance Technician in Otterbourne, Hampshire. You’ll balance gas well fields, monitor gas flare operations, conduct environmental sampling, and carry out site checks on leachate wells to protect the environment and public health.

The role requires basic mechanical and electrical skills, a valid driving license, and a good safety mindset. You’ll work across varying weather, on-site, with opportunities for training and development within a supportive,

Qualifications

• GCSEs in maths, English and science (Grade C or equivalent).
• Valid driving license is essential.
• Basic mechanical and electrical skills are desirable.
• Understanding of waste treatment biological processes preferred.
• Strong health and safety awareness and safe work practices are required.
• Computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Balance gas well fields and monitor gas flare operations.
• Conduct environmental sampling and monitoring (scheduled and ad hoc).
• Perform site checks on leachate wells; analyze issues and implement corrections.
• Maintain and install gas and leachate infrastructure (compressors, pumps).
• Carry out minor electrical works (identification and isolation).
• Perform well remediation and fusion welding of pipework.
• Manage leachate treatment plants, pumping and storage systems where installed.
• Conduct audits of infrastructure and maintain equipment.
• Monitor water, leachate, and gas levels; record data per procedures.
• Work independently in various weather conditions, including out-of-hours call-outs.

Skills

Driving license

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Computer literacy

Gas systems knowledge

Leachate pumping systems

Health and safety awareness

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE Maths/English/Science (Grade C)

Job description

Veolia is seeking a Landfill Aftercare & Maintenance Technician in Otterbourne, Hampshire. You’ll balance gas well fields, monitor gas flare operations, conduct environmental sampling, and carry out site checks on leachate wells to protect the environment and public health.

The role requires basic mechanical and electrical skills, a valid driving license, and a good safety mindset. You’ll work across varying weather, on-site, with opportunities for training and development within a supportive,