Effluent Plant Operator

Advanced Engineering; Derby; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Engineering is seeking an experienced Effluent Plant Operator for a 4-month contract in Derby. You will operate the site effluent/wastewater treatment plant within a busy FMCG manufacturing environment, ensuring safe, compliant operation on a day shift.

Key duties include monitoring the treatment process, carrying out routine checks and sampling, managing chemical dosing, maintaining records, and supporting continuous improvement with engineering and environmental teams.

Qualifications

• Experience operating effluent, wastewater or sewage treatment plants.
• Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with environmental requirements and testing procedures.
• Ability to follow health, safety and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate site effluent treatment plant safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and control treatment processes within parameters.
• Carry out routine checks, sampling and testing.
• Monitor chemical dosing and maintain levels.
• Record readings, sampling, chemical usage and maintenance.
• Respond to alarms and process issues promptly.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and procedures.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Environmental teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Effluent/wastewater treatment

Health & safety

Problem solving

Teamwork

Job description

Effluent Plant Operator - 4 Month Contract

Are you an experienced Effluent Plant Operator looking for a new opportunity within a busy FMCG manufacturing company based in Derby? You will have previous experience operating an effluent/wastewater treatment plant within a manufacturing environment. As an Effluent Plant Operator, you will play a key part in ensuring the site’s effluent treatment process operates safely, efficiently and within environmental regulations. This is a 4-month contract working Monday to Friday on days.

As an Effluent Plant Operator your role will involve:

• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the site effluent treatment plant
• Monitor and control the treatment process to ensure it operates within required parameters
• Carry out routine checks, inspections, sampling and testing of the effluent plant
• Monitor chemical dosing and ensure chemicals are maintained at the required levels
• Identify, investigate and report any issues with the treatment process
• Carry out basic maintenance, cleaning and housekeeping of the effluent plant and associated equipment
• Respond to alarms, breakdowns and process issues in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of plant readings, sampling, chemical usage and maintenance activities
• Ensure the site remains compliant with environmental legislation and internal procedures
• Work closely with the Engineering, Production and Environmental teams to resolve issues and maintain efficient plant operation
• Ensure all health, safety, environmental and company procedures are followed at all times
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve the efficiency and reliability of the effluent treatment processHours of work:

Hours of work:

Monday to Friday - Days

Contract:

4-month contract

Location:

Derby

Suitable Candidates:

• Previous experience operating an effluent, wastewater or sewage treatment plant
• Experience working within an FMCG, food manufacturing or industrial environment
• Good understanding of effluent treatment processes and environmental requirements
• Comfortable carrying out routine testing, monitoring and sampling
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations
• Good problem-solving skills and a practical approach
• Flexible, team-oriented and able to work effectively within a busy manufacturing environment