Waste Water Treatment Technician

Veoli; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia Ireland is seeking a Waste Water Treatment Technician to operate a wastewater treatment plant at a leading Biopharmaceutical site in Blanchardstown. This shift role runs 07:00–19:00 and requires daily inspections and operational adjustments.

You will perform sampling, analyses, report results, and liaise with the maintenance team to prevent downtime. Candidates should have Level 5 FETAC or above in Water/Wastewater or a degree in Environmental Science/Engineering, and at least 2 years of

Qualifications

• 2+ years' relevant experience in water or wastewater treatment plant operations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and data reporting.
• Knowledge of Environmental Monitoring and analysis.
• Familiarity with Environmental Legislation and EPA/licensing requirements desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily environmental inspections of the wastewater treatment plant and associated systems.
• Sample, analyse and adjust processes to ensure optimum plant operation.
• Provide accurate reporting and input data into CMMS and related systems.
• Coordinate with maintenance for repairs and preventive maintenance to minimise downtime.
• Investigate spills and trace sources; liaise with external vendors as required.
• Issue work permits for on-site works and contribute to weekly OPEX meetings.

Skills

Laboratory analysis skills

Microsoft Office

Environmental monitoring

Environmental legislation knowledge

Education

Level 5 FETAC or above in Water/Wastewater

Degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Background:Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.Waste Water Treatment Technician - ShiftLocation: BlanchardstownDuration: PermanentThis is a Shift Role 07:00 to 19:00Overview of the role;The candidate will work as part of a team to ensure that the wastewater treatment plant at a leading Multi-national Biopharmaceutical plant is operated on an ongoing basis in conformance with all relevant legislation, licences and permits.The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day running of the waste water treatment plant, ensuring the smooth operation of the sites Storm Water System, Firewater Retention System Site Drainage System, Site Bunds and site environmental sampling and monitoring schedules etc.Role responsibilities;Conducts daily environmental inspections in all areas under the remit of the contractInspects, samples, analyses the Wastewater Treatment Plant Process and makes process changes when required to ensure optimum operation of the plant.Laboratory analysis skills for a range of testsProvide accurate reporting as necessary including inputting and operating computer maintenance systemInspections, sampling and testing of site bunds contents and safe disposal of contents once sample results are known.Liaise with the site maintenance team in relation to equipment repairs and routine PMs to ensure no plant downtimes utilising the CMMS.Investigates hazardous spills within the waste water treatment plant, gathering evidence, and retracing sequences to determine the sources of reported spills.Liaising with third party vendors to ensure all monitoring required is carried out as per EPA licence/Owners requirements in a safe and complaint manner.Conducts daily environmental inspections in all areas under the remit of the contractIssuing/Approving work permits for works to be carried out in the area.Compilation and issuing of weekly snapshot reports and participation in daily OPEX meetingsThis is a Shift role (days only) requiring weekend and bank holiday work.Requirements for the role;Level 5 FETAC or above course in Water or Wastewater Treatment Plant Operations or a Degree in Environmental Science / EngineeringThe Candidate should have at least 2 years' relevant experience of water or wastewater treatment plant operations.Waste Water Treatment - operation, maintenance, sampling and analysis, troubleshootingKnowledge of Environmental Monitoring and analysis.Fully proficient in Microsoft officeKnowledge of Environmental Legislation, Industry Guidance and Codes of Practice desirable.Candidates must also be willing to participate in further training to ensure continuous improvements in knowledge.Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) experience is desirableKnowledge in Environmental Management Systems - ISO 14001:2015 desirablePlease note:If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.If you are a non-EU/EEA national , you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.