Maintenance Manager

Competitive Package

Position located on the Isle of Wight with relocation package included

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. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.

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:

• Access to our company pension scheme

• 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

• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing:

• Lead and manage the site’s maintenance function (ERF & MPT processes), ensuring high plant availability, compliance with environmental standards, and adherence to approved budgets.

• Oversee maintenance teams and contractors, coordinating with operations to optimize plant reliability, safety, and efficiency while meeting KPIs and regulatory requirements (EA, HSE).

• Develop and implement maintenance strategies, including defect reviews, modifications, planned outages, and budget proposals to enhance asset performance.

• Ensure compliance with health & safety policies, environmental regulations, and site licences, while maintaining exceptional housekeeping and procedural standards.

• Manage team performance, including rotas, training, and workload allocation, while fostering collaboration with operations and senior management.

• Act as an emergency responder, participating in standby rotas to address plant breakdowns or critical situations as required.

What we're looking for:

Essential

• Proven maintenance management experience in industrial/process plants (e.g., EfW, MPT, or heavy engineering), ensuring plant reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance.

• Strong leadership skills—managing teams, contractors, and budgets while maintaining HSE and environmental standards.

• Technical knowledge of PPM, asset management systems (e.g., HxGN EAM), and fault diagnostics to optimise plant performance.

• Excellent communication—liaising with operations, senior management, and external stakeholders (e.g., EA, local councils).

Desirable

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., engineering HNC/HND, NEBOSH, or vocational training).

• Experience in waste-to-energy, ERF, or MPT processes with knowledge of industry-specific regulations.

• Project management background, including planned outages, modifications, or capital improvements.

• Health & safety certifications (e.g., IOSH, environmental management systems).

What’s next?

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

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.