Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

EPS require a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to work on a term contract as a plant operator in the West Cork region. The role requires a good understanding of the Wastewater Treatment process.Plant Operator;A mechanical and electrical background is preferred and some process experience would be beneficial.Routine operational duties and regular maintenance tasks are a fundamental function of this role.General duties both inside and outside in all weathers.Process monitoring and completing record sheets and taking process samples.Manual work will be required from time to time.The role requires work outside in all weather conditions.Role ranges from process control, operation of equipment and monitoring to basic mechanical maintenance and repair.General housekeeping activities such as cleaning and washing plant and areas down and grounds maintenance also required.Treatment process is fully automated and has a comprehensive control system, a proficiency in IT/computers important.Working alone at times. Awareness of a need to follow formal procedures and safe working methods essential.Flexibility with hours of work is vital for this role including weekend work and bank holiday work.The role requires participation in a regular standby and call-out rota. Skills / Attributes;Good ability to read English and good inter-personal skills and communication skills.Computer literacy and ability to use spreadsheets and other basic computer programs necessary.Strong analytical and problem solving skills.Strong collaborative skills with an ability to work effectively on your own or in a team environment.Have a willingness to learn and be challenged in the water and wastewater industry.Requirements;Experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants – although similar process experience will be considered.Experience in operating mechanical and electrical plant and machinery required.The person will live in the locality, be able to ensure timely access to the site within the responsibility of the role.Full clean driving licence is obligatory.About the Company:Since 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater, and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK, and Northern Europe.We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market-leading and groundbreaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country's water infrastructure.Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer's outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.If you wish to discuss the role in confidence, why not get in touch? Email jobs@epswater.com or call 02231200.Equal Opportunity Statement:EPS GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER