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Senior Sanitation Works Engineer

On-site in Barcelona·Added 26 days ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Veolia Spain

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent contract
Experience: 5+ years

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Skills

Microsoft Project

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum experience of 5 years in hydraulic works and water treatment
Solid knowledge in hydraulic infrastructure:
- Large-scale collectors
- Water transport networks
- Pumping stations
- Associated civil works
Proficiency in tools and software:
- Microsoft Office
- TCQ
- Microsoft Project
- Google Environment (Gmail, Drive, Meet, etc.)

Nice to have

Additional experience in the following will be positively valued:
- Wastewater treatment facilities
- Electricity and/or automation

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Flexibility.
Be part of a leading organization in the environmental sector.
Professional growth within the organization.

The role

At Aigües de Barcelona, one of our group's joint-venture companies, we need to hire a Senior Sewerage Works Engineer for the offices in the Barcelona Metropolitan Area with a permanent contract

✅ New infrastructure and modernization of existing systems

✅ State-of-the-art water regeneration and treatment plants

✅ Pumping stations and smart transport networks

✅ Outfalls and complex systems with specific case studies

What you'll do

As Project and Works Director, you will lead:

Integral management of projects and works from conception to execution

Preparation of excellent technical specifications and tender documents

Preliminary studies, basic preliminary projects, and analysis of bids

Strategic planning and resource management

Liaison with administrations and key stakeholders

⚙️ Specialized calculations (hydraulic, mechanical, electrical)

About Veolia Spain

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management services to municipalities and industries. With operations in over 40 countries and more than 200,000 employees worldwide, Veolia designs and implements solutions for water treatment, waste recovery, and energy efficiency. In Spain, Veolia operates through Veolia Spain, offering a wide range of environmental services including water treatment plant operations, industrial maintenance, and energy management.

Veolia Spain has a strong presence across the country, with offices and operational sites in Madrid, Barcelona, and many other regions. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability and the ecological transition, making it a relevant employer for international professionals interested in environmental engineering, maintenance, and energy efficiency. Veolia offers opportunities for technical and engineering roles, with a focus on hands-on maintenance and operational positions, and provides a structured environment for career growth in the environmental sector.

Industry: Environmental Services
Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Aubervilliers, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: veolia.es

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia Spain operates across the entire country, with offices and sites in Madrid, Barcelona, and many other regions, offering opportunities in various locations.
The company is a global leader in environmental services, providing a strong platform for career development in water, waste, and energy management.
Veolia is committed to the ecological transition, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about sustainability.
Many roles in Spain are technical and maintenance-focused, with opportunities for engineers and technicians in industrial settings.
Veolia offers a structured environment with potential for international mobility within the group.

In their own words

About the company & team

As a benchmark for ecological transformation and a world leader in the Environment, at Veolia we offer solutions for the efficient management of water, waste, and energy activities, driving the sustainable development of cities, industries, and agriculture.

We work mainly in three major areas: water, offering solutions in both urban and industrial management; waste ♻ transforming it into new resources, and energy, improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

Additional information

What unites our employees is the passion and excellence with which we work every day to protect the environment. Together, we build a greener and more inclusive present.

If you want to be part of this team and join this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this offer!

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and values all applications without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

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