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Hybrid in Santa Cruz de Tenerife·Full-time·Added over a year ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode
Hybrid, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Contract
Full-time
Hours
Jornada intensiva in summer
Education
Compulsory secondary education (ESO)

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    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

What do we expect from you?

  • Education: Completed secondary education (preferably technical or industrial orientation).

  • Experience: Minimum 1 year in operational tasks within civil, electrical, or utility construction sites.

  • Technical knowledge

    • Basic handling of manual and electric tools.

    • General knowledge of site safety.

    • Ability to interpret basic technical instructions.

  • Driver's license: Desirable category B1 or higher (depending on project needs).

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Be part of a leading multinational company in the sector, where you can take part in projects across various areas of our activity in a dynamic and stimulating work environment, always with opportunities for development. 🚀

You will also have ongoing training and development, flexible working hours, continuous working days during the summer and Christmas, and a hybrid work model, as well as enjoying other great social benefits.

The role

What you'll do

Job mission

Execute operational and support tasks on construction sites, ensuring the correct performance of assigned activities, compliance with safety regulations, and work quality, in accordance with the instructions of the supervisor or site manager.

Main duties

  1. Perform general construction tasks such as moving materials, surface preparation, cleaning, excavations, backfilling, and assembly of construction elements.

  2. Assist technical and specialized personnel in the execution of electrical, hydraulic, sanitary, or structural installations, depending on the nature of the work.

  3. Operate manual or electric tools and equipment (grinders, drills, compactors, hammers, etc.) safely and efficiently.

  4. Load, unload, and arrange materials and equipment, ensuring their correct storage and preservation.

  5. Comply with health and safety regulations, using mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE) and reporting risk conditions.

  6. Maintain order and cleanliness in the work area, collaborating in the daily closing and conditioning of the construction site.

  7. Execute assigned tasks according to established deadlines, reporting progress or difficulties to the manager or foreman.

  8. Support the signaling, delimitation, and protection of work zones, ensuring your own safety and that of third parties.

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

At Veolia we are present in more than 50 countries, with the aim of contributing to sustainable development by promoting innovative solutions. We seek more efficient ways to use natural resources, reduce pollution and fight climate change. 

We work mainly in three large areas: water management, guaranteeing its quality, reuse, and safe return to the environment; waste management  transforming them into resources through recycling, and energy services improving efficiency and reducing consumption and emissions in buildings, industries, and cities.

Additional information

What unites the entire team at  Canaragua Concesiones S.A. 💧🌎  is working with  passion, enthusiasm and excellence  so that our day-to-day contribution is based on  protecting the environment and ensuring access to water, working together to create a green and inclusive present. 

If you want to be part of this team and join us in this great challenge, do not hesitate to apply for this position! Are you in? 👍

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

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