Wastewater Industry Operator
- Full Time
- Based in West Cork
Salary Commensurate with Experience
About EPS
EPS Group is an international water infrastructure specialist, employing over 600 people and operating across Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe.
Established in 1968, EPS began as a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors.
EPS is proud to be a genuine end-to-end service provider in the global water sector, providing large scale employment and bringing market leading, ground breaking and sustainable technologies to the market, while we work to improve water infrastructure in the regions where we are active.
Building the capabilities of our people is one of our key strategic pillars and we firmly believe in investing in our people’s success and the provision of continuous skills-based training and education.
Your journey is just beginning when you join EPS Group!
Established in 1968, EPS began as a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors.
EPS is proud to be a genuine end-to-end service provider in the global water sector, providing large scale employment and bringing market leading, ground breaking and sustainable technologies to the market, while we work to improve water infrastructure in the regions where we are active.
Building the capabilities of our people is one of our key strategic pillars and we firmly believe in investing in our people’s success and the provision of continuous skills-based training and education.
Your journey is just beginning when you join EPS Group!
DESCRIPTION
EPS require a Waste Water 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 Waste Water Treatment process.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- A mechanical and electrical background is preferred, and some process experience would be beneficial
- Routine operational duties and regular maintenance tasks are a basic 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 may 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. Proficiency in IT/computers important
- Working alone at times. Awareness of 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 stand by and call out rota
REQUIREMENTS
- Good use of reading English and excellent inter-personal skills and communication skills
- Computer literacy and ability to use spreadsheets and other basic computer programmes 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
- 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, have a Safepass and be able to ensure timely access to the site within the responsibility of the role – so a full clean driving licence is obligatory
BENEFITS
- Salary commensurate with experience
- Hybrid working (where applicable)
- Flexible work hours
- Pension contributions (after 12 months)
- CPD accredited employer
- Employee welcome pack
- Extended maternity benefits
- Sponsored Chartership
- Bike to work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Health screening
- Company vehicle, mobile phone and laptop (where applicable)
- Free parking
- Relocation opportunities
- Death in service benefit
- Further educational support and training