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Job Title: Maintenance Engineer Apprentice

Salary: £22,048 per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week

Location: Staffordshire ERF

Programme Duration: up to 48 months

Candidate shortlisting will take place on w/c 28th July 2025 and assessment days will take place between w/c 11th August 2025.

About Veolia - We turn waste into a resource!

Every business generates waste. Our goal is to help our customers manage their waste better, by turning it into a resource. Our extensive portfolio of cost-effective services, plus a nationwide infrastructure of collection, recycling, and treatment facilities delivers environmental peace of mind for our customers.

About our Energy Recovery Facilities (ERF)

Our ERF's utilise world class technology to safely transform residual waste into energy for the National Grid. The plants operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and require a flexible and committed team to achieve this.

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.

Our apprenticeship scheme puts you at the forefront of Ecological Transformation, contributing towards our purpose of protecting the planet's natural resources, while supporting the communities we work in.

We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment in small and big ways, and contribute towards our inclusive culture.

What we can offer you;

• 25 days of annual leave plus statutory holidays
  
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• 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
  

Apprenticeship Programme;

During this programme, we'll help you develop your practical and behavioural skills and support you in gaining the technical and professional knowledge required for you to succeed in your career.

As well as this, you'll also gain a qualification in Level 3 Maintenance and Operations Engineering Technician Apprenticeship Certification, a Technical Certificate and a Competence Certificate(NVQ).

With many of our colleagues starting as apprentices, you'll receive full support and guidance from everyone throughout.

By the end of your apprenticeship, you'll have received industry-standard training and attained qualifications that will enable you to progress and reach your full potential.

What you'll be doing;

• To carry out routine inspections and testing of all site based equipment and systems as detailed in the planned preventative maintenance schedule
  
• To identify any remedial works required due to failure or poor performance of equipment or systems and record these for inclusion in the planned preventative maintenance schedule
  
• To complete all documentation associated with the above tasks in a timely and accurate manner
  
• To respond quickly and efficiently to breakdowns of equipment and systems by providing emergency repair service as necessary
  
• To undertake specialist repairs as requested
  
• To Complete any required training to ensure that you have the appropriate skills and knowledge
  
• To enable you to fulfil your duties safely and effectively
  

What we're looking for;

• A minimum of 4 GCSEs Grade 4/C (or equivalent) achieved or predicted, including Maths, English & preferably Science
  
• Ability to follow health and safety policies and procedures and willing to challenge unsafe behaviour
  
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new skills
  
• Good Interpersonal Skills
  
• Ability to work with others
  

What's next?

Before we can consider your application further, you'll need to complete a couple of short, gamified assessments. If you're successful following this, we'll then invite you to one of our virtual assessment days and a site visit.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We reserve the right to close applications earlier than expected if we receive an exceptionally high volume of submissions. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

What's next?

Before we can consider your application further, you'll need to complete a couple of short, gamified assessments. If you're successful following this, we'll then invite you to one of our on site assessment days.

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.