Gemma Nixon

• Lane End, UK
• Full-time
• Contract Type: Standard

Veolia Water Technologies, the world leader in water treatment. Veolia Water Technologies provide 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.

This role will be working within the R&D process team on new developments in water purification technologies and products on the laboratory scale. These will be associated with a wide range of process technologies and new product projects.

The work will primarily involve designing, building and operating laboratory-scale test rigs featuring new technologies, prototypes and finished products. This requires associated chemical/microbiological analytical test work and reporting on results, as part of the Research and Development team. Calibration of instruments and auditing/maintaining records are also important tasks. Analytical skills in chemistry, microbiology and chemical engineering will be utilised.

Please Note - applicants who are asked for interview will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and practical skills via a series of aptitude tasks. The outcomes of these will have a major bearing on our choice of successful candidate.

1. Operation of test equipment associated with new products and processes

To ensure pilot rig and finished product testwork and associated tasks are carried out satisfactorily and completed to meet the technical objectives set within the agreed time scales. 

• Collaborating in setting design/objectives of testwork, plus definition of time-scales

• Safe, logical/careful & thoughtful completion of practical work, data logging/processing.

• Accurate recording of experimental results, report writing and outcome presentation.

• Organising and monitoring test programmes for new products/technologies.

• Time management, record keeping and communication.

• Test reports are completed and written up promptly, in line with departmental KPIs.

2. Project Support

3. Analysis Support

To participate in ensuring that an efficient analytical service is provided by the department. This will require:

• Maintaining a good working knowledge of the appropriate techniques.

• Ensuring relevant Work Instructions are kept updated and work is carried out to them.

• Ensuring equipment is in full working order and calibrated, the laboratory is kept clean, tidy and safe, in accordance with regulatory standards.

4. Laboratory Visibility

The laboratory is maintained such that it provides visitors with a positive reinforcement of our commitment to high quality R&D. A professional approach and GLP-compatible behaviour is a mandatory part of this role.

5. Other features of the job that require emphasis;

 A high degree of flexibility to enable us to react to changing priorities.

• Working in the R&D Department, information security and confidentiality are essential.

• A willingness to embrace the precepts of chemistry, microbiology and chemical engineering in order to integrate well in our multidisciplinary team.

• A high level of work independence is required. After an initial period of training on water purification technologies and laboratory procedures, the candidate will be expected to take ownership of some projects and related testwork.

Must haves….

• A degree or equivalent in chemical engineering, chemistry or other STEM subject.

• Experience of working in a laboratory environment with a team of scientists/engineers.

• Practical knowledge of lab techniques, analytical chemistry and/or microbiology.

• Strength in mathematics, with the ability to manipulate & analyse sets of numerical data is essential.

• Strong communication skills, both verbal & written, with the confidence to document and present, clearly & concisely, test results, conclusions and project outcomes.

• A natural problem solver, using your own initiative to find solutions, as part of a team.

• Willingness and the ability to explore new ideas and grow own knowledge base.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

• Good practical skills and a hands on approach is essential.

• An ability to work independently, after instruction, to achieve set goals and timescales.

• Sound knowledge of Google and Microsoft Applications.

• Having a practical hobby which can be illustrated at interview will be a major advantage.

A training and development plan will be designed for you as we want you to grow and develop within Veolia; this may include external run training as required for the role.

Veolia offers the following benefits to name a few;

• Competitive salary

• 25 days holiday plus 8 public holidays

• Life Assurance

• Pension Scheme

Along with Private Medical Insurance, Group Income Protection, Dental Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Travel Insurance, Health Screening, Shopping discounts and much more.

• Provide key technical support in relation to internal waste management systems, auditing projects and enquiry order processes (EOP) to ensure efficient implementation and development of current and future systems.
• Carry out day-to-day management of support enquiries from all areas of the business, liaising with teams across the entire business unit.
• Provide assistance in the training of on-site teams in the use of these internal systems and required processes.
• Audit data within the internal systems for quality management, working in line with business objectives and current procedures, presenting reports and feedback to senior teams on performance.
• Provide administrative and technical support on all Waste Management System enquiries alongside the Technical Systems Manager.
• Set up technical data within the system, ensuring all information meets current permit requirements and legislative compliance.
• Proactive regular internal and external interfacing and communication, producing technical reports when required.
• Maintaining continuous professional development and competence for the role
• Any other reasonable duties as and when required.

• A degree or equivalent (HNC, HND) in a Science, IT, Mathematics or a related technical subject.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Some prior experience using SQL of similar computer programming language would be preferable.
• Ability to perform logical analysis and interpret technical data.

• A strong communicator, able to work and coordinate with people at all levels of the business.
• Comfortable working in a customer focussed role.
• Flexible in their approach to work and comfortable travelling and staying away when needed for work.

• Basic salary of £25,000 - 27,000 DOE
• Enrolment into their internal development/ progression programme.
• Holiday allowance of 25 days + bank holidays
• Competitive health benefits package.

• Supporting the chemist team, ensuring materials coming onto and off-site are consistently safe and are compliant in-line with site permits and environmental regulations.
• Compiling lists of wastes’ to be transferred off site to third party disposal points and ensuring all waste is labelled appropriately.
• Carrying out all stock control duties within the site, managing levels of waste on site and reporting these regularly to the management team.
• Assisting with non- conformance procedures for any unlabelled or incorrect waste materials, utilising appropriate systems to manage non-compliances.
• Ensuring the operation of a hazardous waste transfer station is able to receive and dispatch loads making sure environmental compliance is abided to.
• Work to meet site and laboratory targets for processing.
• Ensuring house-keeping requirements are maintained and continuous improvement programmes supported.
• Undertake all administration tasks as needed and any other tasks.  

• Basic Salary £25,000- £27,000
• Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
• Full training and support

• Ensuring all customer sites are prepped to accept water process equipment, including paperwork and risk assessment completion in advance. Once on site you will also be responsible for the management of projects including auditing of all on-site activities.
• Both Mechanical and Electrical installation and commissioning of the equipment, following electrical diagrams and working with on-site teams to ensure the plant is running correctly.
• Carrying out any breakdown maintenance as required and ensuring all equipment is serviced regularly and ready to operate in line with customer expectations.
• Maintaining maintenance schedules, adequate supplies of spare parts and ensuring all units are safe and roadworthy and ready to always use.
• Assisting clients with technical faults.
• Installing new equipment when needed.

• HNC/ Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering /C&G 17/18th Edition.
• Candidates should also have a background in performing mechanical or electrical maintenance/service work.
• Experience working in a similar role within the water industry is desirable.
• A full, valid driving licence

• Competitive Salary of up to £45,000
• Pension package
• Company phone and tablet
• Holiday package  
• Company Car/Van

• The maintenance, service and repair of various specialist water treatment equipment including standard base exchange, filtration, deionisation, reverse osmosis and laboratory water treatment products.
• Installation, removal and commissioning of the equipment on-site.
• Understand the water treatment process, product and technical issues with an ability to fault find using first line investigation techniques.
• Contribute to financial sales targets by recommending and quoting the necessary added value spares, refurbishments and consumable items to maintain the customer's equipment in optimum operating condition.
• Performing out of hours and breakdown cover when required.
• Assisting clients with technical faults.
• Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
• Offering after sales technical support.

• Minimum Level 2 Engineering qualification
• Full UK Driving license
• Industrial maintenance experience
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn

• Competitive salary up to £30,000 + Overtime
• Company vehicle + Fuel card
• Laptop, mobile and PPE
• Overtime available
• 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

• Perform proactive and reactive maintenance on plant equipment, including AGMs, powder storage silos, and material transfer screws.
• Minimise plant downtime by scheduling repairs and routine maintenance to maximise efficiency and throughput.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and promote a strong safety culture.
• Conduct regular checks on testing equipment (e.g., pressure and level switches, pressure vessels) in line with regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and report incidents via the internal system.
• Oversee external contractors, ensuring compliance with work procedures, permits, and RAMS documentation.
• Manage stock levels and source critical spare parts for mobile and fixed plant, as well as generators.
• Implement and maintain a recorded maintenance regime for fixed plant assets.
• Lead and contribute to site projects, such as contractor selection and efficiency improvements.
• Support site-wide maintenance, including leachate pumps, material transfer screws, and general repairs.
• Continuously develop professional skills and maintain competence in the role.
• Carry out any additional duties as required across two facilities in the Peterborough area.

• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical, electrical or a relevant engineering qualification is essential.
• Experience in maintaining site processing equipment, with a proactive and self-motivated approach.
• A welding qualification or experience would be advantageous.
• Instrumentation experience is desirable

• Strong communication skills to liaise with operational teams and ensure plant efficiency.
• Commitment to a safe and compliant working environment.
• Strong document management skills.

• Basic salary £50,000 - £55,000 dependant on experience and qualifications
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

• Attending various customer sites across the UK and Ireland to carry out various installations, repair works, and after sales service support works to specialist plant and machinery.
• Undertaking inspections and assessments of machinery to ensure optimal performance and that all plant remains effective.
• Carrying out reports and documentation detailing completed works and advisories and ensuring that the customer has had necessary follow ups.
• Providing technical and engineering support to customers as well as health and safety guidance and compliance.
• Attending company meetings and training in the Netherlands when required

• Electrical experience with relevant qualifications is essential
• Experience of working within the waste industry, ideally recycling
• Experience of working with compactors and balers
• Strong experience of working with heavy industrial machinery
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience is essential
• Strong customer service and people skills
• Happy to stay away during the working week occasionally

• Up to £35,000 basic salary
• Company van, phone and laptop
• Full training provided
• Fantastic company benefits
• Holiday package