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Senior Sanitation Works Engineer

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 20 days ago

Veolia

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Overview

Job details

  • Permanent contract

    Full-time.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Veolia doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Senior-level role.

Skills

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum experience of 5 years in hydraulic works and purification
  • Solid knowledge in hydraulic infrastructure:
    • Large-scale collectors
    • Water transport networks
    • Pumping stations
    • Associated civil works
  • Additional experience in the following will be positively valued:
    • Wastewater treatment facilities
    • Electricity and/or automation
  • Proficiency in tools and software:
    • Microsoft Office
    • TCQ
    • Microsoft Project
    • Google Environment (Gmail, Drive, Meet, etc.)

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Flexibility.

  • Be part of a leading organization in the environmental sector.

  • Professional growth within the organization.

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.

The role

At Aigües de Barcelona, one of our group's mixed companies, we need to hire a/an 💼  Senior Sanitation Works Engineer  for the offices of the  Barcelona Metropolitan Area📍 with a permanent contract

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 tender analysis                                                                         

📊 Strategic planning and resource management

🤝 Liaison with administrations and key stakeholders

⚙️ Specialized calculations (hydraulic, mechanical, electrical)

Scope of action

✅ 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

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviews
  1. Application

  2. Interview with HR

    With HR team

  3. Interview with your future manager

    With a future manager

    Discuss the position and show your qualifications; in person or by video.

  4. Decision

  5. 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
Website
veolia.com

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

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.

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