2026 Graduate Junior Product Application Specialist for F&B
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VEOLIA GRADUATE PROGRAM 2026
Graduate Junior Product Application Specialist for F&B
Location: Heverlee Belgium
Required: Degree in Science Engineering Food Science Food Technology or a related field
Application Deadline: 19th April 2026
Salary: 47328 annual gross
Note: the term Graduate 2026 refers to our program not the year you are expected to have graduated.
Veolia are ready to launch our Graduate Recruitment Campaign for 2026!
You will join us between July and October 2026 and complete our 1-year fully immersive graduate programme. This structured development journey leads to exciting long-term career opportunities across our global operations.
This is a permanent position from day one demonstrating our unwavering commitment to our graduates long-term success and development. We believe in investing in our future leaders by offering permanent contracts rather than fixed-term positions providing our graduates with job security and peace of mind from the start. This approach allows you to fully focus on your development and career growth.
Towards the end of the 12-month graduate program we conduct comprehensive career conversations with each graduate to explore their strengths interests and aspirations. This discussion helps determine the most suitable career path within our company. Our commitment to permanent employment reflects our confidence in our graduate program and our dedication to nurturing long-term talent. It also demonstrates our strong track record of graduate retention and career progression within Veolia.
We pride ourselves on our positive and inclusive culture that emphasises equality and collaboration rather than focusing on hierarchy. At Veolia our employees diverse perspectives are encouraged and valued. Joining us means you will participate in our thriving DEI communities and related initiatives.
Veolia has a meaningful purpose where youll be part of something bigger than just a job; youll be part of a network driving ecological transformation and making a meaningful impact on society and the environment through our work.
Our Graduate Program is our commitment to developing talented employees through:
Structured training on both essential and technical skills
Networking opportunities
A dedicated support network of a Program Leader Line Manager Mentor Coach and HR Manager
Experiential learning delivered on a monthly basis
For times in-person workshops at key locations at our operations across Europe
A Sustainability Challenge to develop your entrepreneurial skills
Regular reviews with your support network - and a great chance for feedback
As a Graduate Junior Product Application Specialist for F&B you will provide critical technical support to the European Food & Beverage technical team operating primarily from our European Technology Center of Excellence in Heverlee Belgium. Youll conduct laboratory experiments simulating real-world conditions to demonstrate the effectiveness of our water treatment solutions. This dynamic role involves applying Veolias technologies within beverage starch sugar ethanol and dairy sectors supporting sales initiatives and enhancing customer engagement across Europe.
Day-to-Day Duties and learnings:
Execute controlled laboratory assessments replicating customer plant conditions
Support field trials and treatment start-ups by establishing KPIs and monitoring protocols at customer sites across Europe
Provide dedicated application support during the implementation process of new applications to reduce SME workload
Bridge the gap between sales/field operations and technical expertise through close collaboration
Contribute to internal training programs for field personnel on food process applications
Support the development of digital monitoring and control solutions for the F&B industry
Demonstrate the effectiveness of technology solutions to support sales initiatives and customer engagement
Travel to customer sites across Europe for trials and start-up of critical treatments
Qualifications :
Ideal Skills and Experience:
Degree in Science Engineering Food Science Food Technology or a related field (essential)
Fluent in English and Dutch
Other European languages are useful especially French
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Understanding of laboratory/QC procedures
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Detail-oriented self-motivated and customer-focused
Proficiency in Google Workspace or similar platforms
Willingness to travel within the EU for field support and training
Previous experience in food processing or beverage manufacturing environments or relevant graduate field work
Additional Information :
As an inclusive company Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications without discrimination.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Sales Experience
- Marketing
- Customer Service
- Communication skills
- Military Experience
- Retail Sales
- Product Demos
- Customer Support
- Product Management
- Product Development
- Unity
- Microscopy
About Company
Veolia aims to be the benchmark company for ecological transformation. Our mission to Resource the world demonstrates the unwavering commitment of our 220,000 employees to creating a positive impact for our planet. By joining Veolia Water Technologies, not only will you become a Re ... View more
