Title:  Mechanical Technician

The Opportunity

Veolia is seeking an experienced Mechanical Technician to join our Hunter Water Treatment Plant Alliance team. As a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance across our Hunter Region water operations. 

You'll work as part of a collaborative team, ensuring the reliable operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities that serve the community.

What's on offer

• Competitive pay + comprehensive benefits package
• Tool of trade vehicle provided
• Training & career growth opportunities
• Health and wellness programs including EAP and health insurance discounts
• Professional development through training and volunteer opportunities
• Inclusive workplace culture

What you'll be responsible for

• Ensuring optimal plant performance through fault finding and repairs
• Understanding process maintenance and operational issues on a day-to-day basis
• Autonomous weekly and daily planning with plant operators
• Participating in scheduling of maintenance tasks
• Contributing to a safety first and continuous improvement culture
• Performing calibration of dosing pumps, adjustment of centrifugal pumps and work on other mechanical assets.
• Managing spare parts inventory and maintaining workshop areas
• Supervising subcontractors and mentoring apprentices
• Operating under permit to work systems following strict safety protocols
• Using VAMS mobile app to manage work assignments

What you'll need to be successful

• Trade qualification or strong mechanical background
• Water operations experience preferred
• Experience working on industrial equipment

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we look after our people. You'll get a great range of benefits to support you and your family, including:

• Permanent full-time role – job security you can count on
• 14 weeks paid parental leave – we look after your family too
• Fitness Passport – discounted access to gyms and pools nationwide
• Novated car leasing – drive a new car and save on tax
• Free counselling (EAP) – confidential support when you need it most
• Referral bonuses up to $1,500 – get rewarded for bringing good people on board
• Training & development – we invest in your skills and career growth
• Employee discounts – save on health insurance, home loans and more

Your Safety is Our Priority

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee gets home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

At Veolia we value diversity, equality and inclusion, we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from Maori and Pasifika, Veterans, people with disability, mature age and early careers, members of the LGBTI+ community and people from all cultural backgrounds.