Wastewater Plant Operator – 1-Year Part-Time Contract

EPS Group; Kerry Pike; On-site; EUR 22,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van and fuel card

CPD accredited employer

Laptop/desk and phone provided

Job summary

EPS Group invites applications for a part-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator role based in Waterville, South Kerry. The position is a 1-year fixed-term contract with responsibilities covering routine operations, maintenance, process monitoring, and basic mechanical tasks.

Strong IT literacy and ability to work alone or in a team are essential. Experience with mechanical/electrical plant is desirable, and a full clean driving licence is obligatory.

Qualifications

• Good 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
• Willingness to learn and be challenged in the water and waste water Industry

Responsibilities

• Routine operational duties and regular maintenance tasks are a basic function of this role
• General maintenance duties both inside and outside in all weather conditions
• Process monitoring and completing record sheets and taking process samples
• Manual work may be required from time to time
• Role ranges from process control, operation of equipment and monitoring to basic mechanical maintenance and repair, full training will be given
• 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, full training will be given
• 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 when on-call
• The role requires participation in a regular stand by and call out rota and will be compensated accordingly

Skills

Reading English

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Job description

EPS Group invites applications for a part-time Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator role based in Waterville, South Kerry. The position is a 1-year fixed-term contract with responsibilities covering routine operations, maintenance, process monitoring, and basic mechanical tasks.

Strong IT literacy and ability to work alone or in a team are essential. Experience with mechanical/electrical plant is desirable, and a full clean driving licence is obligatory.