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Site Foreman

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 6 days ago (last checked 22 Oct)

Veolia

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Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Experience: 3+ years
Education: Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)
Driving licence: Required
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We are looking for profiles with at least 3-5 years of experience in a similar position, with the capacity to learn and motivated to develop their professional career in this field.

- Vocational Training or Engineering studies
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position
- Necessary knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and/or fluid installations.
- The headquarters is in Zona Franca, but the person will have to travel around Catalonia to visit the worksites
- Must have a driver's license

Education & certifications

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

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

- Stable position: permanent contract
- Salary: to be agreed
- Company vehicle for professional use (to travel to the different worksites)
- Work location: at the different locations where the worksite is located (Catalonia)
- Immediate start
- Possibility of joining a flexible benefits scheme

If you are interested, do not hesitate to apply.

The role

Would you like to join the leading company in ecological transformation? At Veolia, we are looking for a Site Foreman (Barcelona) for our Installation department. If you want to be part of our community of resources, apply... We want to get to know you!

On this occasion and reporting to the Site Manager, the main functions are:

What you'll do

- Provide support to the site technician during the technical setting out of the works to be carried out.
- Direct interlocutor with our client during the execution of the works.
- Responsible for implementing and monitoring, as a Preventive Resource together with our OHS department, the measures defined in the established safety plan.
- Management, control, and coordination of material supplies, as well as contractors and companies hired to carry out the works.
- Responsible for meeting the work execution deadlines established by the assigned Site Manager.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews

Application
Interview with HR
With HR team
Interview with your future manager
With a future manager
Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.
Decision
Onboarding
Welcomed by your HR contact or manager and introduced to the teams.

About Veolia

Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management, providing water, waste, and energy management solutions to municipalities and industries across more than 40 countries. With a workforce of over 200,000 employees, the company designs and implements services that help clients reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational efficiency. Veolia's activities span the entire water cycle, from treatment and distribution to wastewater management, as well as energy services and waste recovery.

In Spain, Veolia operates through several subsidiaries, including Aguas de Telde and Teidagua in the Canary Islands, and has a strong presence in regions like Catalonia, the Basque Country, and Madrid. The company is a major employer in the Spanish utilities and facilities management sector, with roles ranging from plant operators and maintenance technicians to engineers and project managers. For international professionals, Veolia offers opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on safety, sustainability, and technical innovation, making it an attractive employer for those with engineering or operational backgrounds.

Founded: 1853
Employees: 200,000–250,000
Headquarters: Paris, France
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Zamudio and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

Veolia has a significant presence in Spain, with offices and operations in Madrid, Barcelona, the Basque Country, and the Canary Islands, offering a wide range of roles across the country.
The company is a global leader in water, waste, and energy management, providing international professionals with opportunities to work on large-scale infrastructure projects.
Veolia offers roles in both Spanish and English, and while Spanish is often required for client-facing positions, technical and engineering roles may be accessible to non-native speakers.
The company is committed to sustainability and ecological transformation, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about environmental impact.
Veolia provides extensive training and development programs, including internships and apprenticeships, which can be a good entry point for international candidates.

In their own words

About the company & team

Veolia Serveis Catalunya is the Group's company that provides environmental services to its clients in the Catalonia and Balearic Islands area across the industry, buildings, water, and sanitation sectors.

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