Apprentice Service Engineer

Veolia Water Technologies, the world leader in water treatment, provides complete solutions for water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and by-product recovery, our differentiating water treatment processes enable us to offer solutions suited to every application. We are experts in water.

Are you looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and rapidly growing global company, who can offer you structured progression opportunities and flexible benefits? Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet?

If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well-respected water technologies company, where you will play a pivotal role in the repair and maintenance of our products at a wide variety of clients and provide you with continuous training throughout your journey with us. At Veolia Water Technologies UK, we are committed to ensuring you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

Some more brief responsibilities of an Apprentice Engineer are:

• The job requires a good understanding of work routines and procedures in one's own job. The technical procedures for this level are well defined. The job requires proficient knowledge of these procedures and how to apply them. The knowledge can only be acquired through formal training or considerable experience.
• To observe, abide by and enforce the Company's and client's Health and Safety policies.
• The role will be at a residential college during the first year and will be day release study time for one day per week in years 2-4.
• The apprentice should ensure all course work is completed in a timely manner in order to attain a suitable qualification.
• Supporting the Service Engineers to carry out:

• Breakdown work - troubleshooting / fault finding
• Preventative maintenance work for customers with service contracts
• Commissioning work - involving the installation of new products
• Timely reporting on progress or delays for customers
• Timely completion and submission of risk assessments, work reports, time sheets and all other work related documentation
• Site tasks and activities as required
• After-sales technical and commercial support to customers

General requirements for the role:

• GCSE or equivalent - English, Maths and Science
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Customer Focused
• Strong Communication Skills
• Excellent Time Management
• A good level of IT competency
• Good organisational skills
• Able to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks

Additionally, having the following is a bonus:

• BTEC and / or NVQ in an Engineering discipline
• Working towards City & Guilds or equivalent in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering or similar
• Knowledge and/or experience in using Google Suite

What’s next?

If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the "Apply" button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Our promise to you

We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you will receive a company vehicle, fuel card, uniform, laptop and mobile phone. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave, our market leading pension and share scheme and a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses. Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

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

Diversity & Inclusion

At Veolia Water Technologies UK, we’re proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We acknowledge that supporting diversity and engagement is not only the right thing to do, but also the right thing for our business. 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. This commitment is embedded into our values and beliefs that our business is at its best when we embrace the full spectrum of humanity, regardless of what we look like, where we come from or who we love. 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.

Here at Veolia Water Technologies, we know that some applicants don’t apply unless they think they tick all the boxes - but we are saying don’t worry! We would much rather see your application than risk missing out on your potential! We know our strength comes from our differences and shared life experiences so we are committed to offering a safe work environment, where individuals are respected.