Graduate Engineer
| Posting date: | 11 September 2024 |
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| Salary: | £29,000 to £31,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 October 2024 |
| Location: | London, London, SE14 5RS |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Veolia |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JR18126_1726048084 |
Summary
Salary - Starting from £29,000 plus Veolia benefits listed below
Location - SELCHP, London, SE14 5RS
Programme Duration: 2-year programme
Please note that this role will start immediately and not in September 2025. This means we can consider students who already graduated from University.
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.
Through our graduate programme, you'll help us to achieve our purpose of Ecological Transformation and build a career we can be proud of. No matter what role you have, when you join us you can play a key role in achieving our vision, and we can make yours happen too.
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
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
- Access to our company pension scheme
- 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
- Discounts on everything from groceries to well-known retailers
- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Graduate Programme;
During this programme, you'll gain valuable insight into our services and strategic projects and we'll help you to further develop your skills and knowledge so that you can succeed in your career. You'll also join our graduate network and receive our continued support throughout.
We are looking for a graduate to embed themselves into the ERF Operations team and gain a deep understanding of the process of turning waste into electricity. A big part of the role will be problem-solving, analysing and optimising performance in an industrial environment; which will eventually lead to operating a facility.
We're strong believers in continuous development here at Veolia and actively encourage and support everyone to keep going after you finish the programme.
What you'll be doing;
- Master the plant operation
- Analyse plant performance
- Conduct desk studies for potential plant modifications
- Development of operational procedures and processes
- Help the site move towards a paperless environment
- Lead and support with projects to help drive a successful operation; such as managing the installation and replacement of plant items
What we're looking for;
- Degree-level qualification in an engineering discipline e.g. Process/Mechanical/ Chemical/Control & Instrumentation Engineering, Physics or Chemistry
- A problem-solving mindset
- Someone who is hands-on and has some work experience
- Strong communication skills
- Proactive and self-motivated individual
- Ability to work well with others
What's next?
Before we can progress your application to the next stage, you'll need to complete a couple of short strength-based assessments to assess your potential for success in the role against skills, behaviours, personality and motivation - all in one engaging and immersive online experience. If you're successful following this, we'll then invite you to attend one of our virtual assessment days.
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 the 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.