Electrical Technician

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2 months ago
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Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 (DOE) per annum plus company vehicle and local discretionary bonus scheme along with Veolia benefits. Company tools provided.
Hours: 40 hours per week with out of hours standby participation as a requirement of this post, typically a 1 in 4 week frequency
Location: Southern Region - Mobile across Berkshire including Aldermaston/Reading
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 Electrical 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.
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

What you'll be doing;


  • Work with the Veolia site management team to ensure site personnel, contractors and visitors are safe.

  • Ensure that plant and equipment breakdowns are attended to in a timely manner and that downtime is kept to a minimum.

  • Report any unsafe or defective plant, tools, equipment, PPE, practices, methods or other hazards.

  • Use and operate workshop facilities and equipment safely and in accordance with Company and statutory requirements.

  • Assist in the upkeep and record keeping of spares and accessories, both in paper and electronic form.

  • Participate in confined space operations as required and be prepared to undertake training where required.

What we're looking for;


  • Electrical Qualification, to NVQ level 3 or greater, 18th edition wiring regulations, preferably City & Guilds or NVQ level 3 / ECS or JIB card holder.

  • Must be able to attain a Ministry of Defence security clearance up to "Developed Vetting Standard".

  • Previous experience of testing and inspection.

  • Full driving licence and a background in operating within a large geographical area.

  • Previous experience of PAT testing an advantage.

  • Basic IT Skills required.

What's next?
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 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! 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 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. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply

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