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Operations Technician

Hybrid in Rubi·Full-time·Added 5 days ago (last checked 9 Oct)

Veolia

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Overview

Work mode: Hybrid, Rubi
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Experience: 5+ years
Education: University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

University Degree in a technical field (Civil Engineering, Roads Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or similar).
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in Technical Office positions, project management, operations, civil works, or similar.
Experience in the preparation of public tenders and technical offers.
Experience in the preparation of budgets, measurements, economic assessments, and work certifications.
Experience in the analysis of operational data and the development of indicators for the monitoring and improvement of processes.
Ability to interpret technical and administrative specifications and translate their requirements into technical and economic proposals.
Analytical capacity, autonomy, organization, and results orientation.
Previous experience in sewerage and sanitation networks and in technical relations with Public Administrations will be valued.

The role

What you'll do

We are looking for a Senior Operations Technician for our workplace in Rubí.
The person will join the Technical Office and participate in the preparation and monitoring of projects, tenders, and actions related to the management and maintenance of sewerage networks and infrastructure, providing technical support to the operations teams and contributing to the definition, assessment, and optimization of the necessary actions.
What will the main functions be?

Preparation and analysis of public tenders, including the study of specifications, definition of technical proposals, and preparation of associated documentation.
Preparation of offers and technical reports, as well as support in the preparation of improvement proposals and technical documentation for public tenders.
Preparation of budgets, measurements, price lists, and economic assessments of works and maintenance actions for sanitation networks.
Preparation and review of work certifications, economic monitoring of actions, and control of deviations regarding the budget.
Analysis and processing of operational data from sewerage activity, identifying trends, incidents, needs, and opportunities for improvement.
Development of indicators and monitoring tools that allow for the analysis of operations performance and facilitate decision-making.
Proposal and implementation of improvements and optimization of work processes, aimed at increasing the efficiency and quality of sewerage operations.
Analysis of needs for improvement and renewal of sewerage networks and infrastructure, collaborating in the definition and assessment of the necessary actions.
Technical and economic monitoring of works and actions, coordinating needs with operations teams and other departments.
Provide technical support to operations and services managers in the planning, assessment, and monitoring of actions.

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
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 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.

Veolia is a listed company, currently a world leader in the environmental sector.

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

Be part of a leading multinational company in the sector.
Permanent contract.
Flexibility and partial teleworking.
Professional growth within the organization.

What unites the entire workforce is working with passion, enthusiasm and excellence so that our daily contribution is based on protecting the environment and guaranteeing access to water, together building 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 offer! Are you up for it?

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

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