Construction - Operations and Maintenance Technician

Glanua; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction industry leader in Lancaster seeks an Operations & Maintenance Technician to ensure quality in water and wastewater treatment. Responsibilities include conducting maintenance checks, performing inspections, and completing site reports. Applicants should have at least 1 year of relevant experience. The role offers opportunities for career development in a supportive environment, emphasizing teamwork and problem-solving skills. A full driving license is essential.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in Water / Waste Water Plant operations.
• Strong communication skills and motivated approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure standards of quality and cleanliness for treatment plants.
• Conduct operation and maintenance checks as scheduled.
• Perform site walkthroughs and inspections.

Skills

Water / Waste Water Plant operations

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Construction - Operations and Maintenance Technician

Map Share/Print

Application Details

In order to work in Ireland a non‑EEA National, unless they are exempted, must hold a valid employment permit. Please review the Eligibility and requirements for an employment permit if you are unsure of your eligibility to apply for this vacancy.

Job Description

The main duties and responsibilities of the Operations & Maintenance Technician are outlined as follows:

• Take ownership and responsibility for allocated water and wastewater treatment plant facilities ensuring standards of quality and cleanliness are upheld.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and other periodic operation and maintenance checks to ensure the quality and quantity of any treated water produced or final effluent treated is within specification.
• Complete grounds maintenance activities including grass cutting, cleaning and facilities maintenance.
• Predominately, normal day‑to‑day duties involve working alone, therefore all O&M Technicians are required to carry a lone working device and use it as per the specific operating procedure.
• O&M Technicians must visit each site on a regular basis. A site visit report on the Site Reporting App must be filled in on each visit to the plant.
• Welcome visitors and provide induction upon first visit, record this and any subsequent visits on the Site Reporting App.
• O&M Technicians must perform a walkthrough of the site, visually inspecting all areas of the plant and treatment process, and record the tasks as outlined in the Site Reporting App for each applicable plant.
• Respond to critical alarms when required to ensure water and wastewater treatment output is maintained.
• Conduct and record process adjustments as required to ensure treated water and treated wastewater outputs are to the required standard.
• A HSQE walkthrough of each water and wastewater treatment plant must be carried out on a weekly basis. O&M Technicians must complete and submit the Weekly HSQE Checklist for Operations.
• Assist with the delivery of the CRF (Capital Replacement Fund) projects when & where applicable.
• Show an eagerness to learn and progress in your own career as well as the mentoring and training of more junior staff.
• Other duties as required from time to time.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Experience in Water / Waste Water Plant operations is desirable.
• An interest in developing a career within an industry‑leading organisation.
• Ability to work as part of a team in project delivery and provide input at team meetings.
• Ability to engage with suppliers and subcontractors at procurement stage and in the delivery of their scope of supply during contract delivery.
• Ability to use own initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise during project O&M activities.
• Good working knowledge of MS packages such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
• Full driving licence.

What we offer you

• Sector: construction

Career Level

• Not Required

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 1
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Communications, Manual
• Competency Skills: Time Management, Working on own Initiative
• Driving Licence: None