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.
Technologist (WWTP)
Contract Duration/Type: Permanent
Location: Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork
Hybrid/Onsite: Onsite
Overview of the role:
The Technologist will carry out the required operational duties, in conjunction with the Site Lead and other Technologists, to ensure optimum plant performance and reliability.
The role is based in the onsite WWTP in Janssen, Ringaskiddy, Co. Cork where there are a no. of processes to treat discharges effluents. The role may also involve providing support to other water treatment and waste water treatment sites within the locality.
The role will involve effective communication and interaction with management, team members, clients, and suppliers so as to ensure that deliverables and company goals are achieved. In executing the role it is paramount that Health & Safety, Ethical and Quality requirements, both legislative and company specific, are fully respected and taken account of.
Duties of the Role include;
Lab
Collect samples of water, sludge, source water and processing waste in accordance with established laboratory procedures for analysis
Carry out laboratory sampling and analysis
Prepare glassware and equipment for laboratory use and perform lab housekeeping duties
Perform a variety of basic and advanced chemical, biological and bacteriological tests on water and solids for facility assigned including BOD, COD, suspended solids, nitrogen, phosphorous, pH, pH, temperature, etc.
Perform mathematical calculations and statistical analysis of test results
Responsible for safe and documented disposal of spent laboratory chemicals
Process Monitoring
Monitor the water water process and making required process parameter changes
Monitoring of SCADA trends including process flows, process instrumentation readings etc. to ensure the WWTP processes are operating in accordance with design control philosophy and producing compliant final effluent
Monitoring of chemical levels, chemical consumptions, ordering and replenishment of chemicals
Involvement in process optimisation
Reporting
Prepare timely and accurate reporting of activities including operational and maintenance data to management
Liaise and interact with the Plant Manager, process technicians and O&M operatives
Provision of coaching and support to Operation Technicians to improve their process knowledge and problem solving skills
Assist in preparing shift, weekly, monthly and AER reports
Maintenance
Operate, maintain and perform routine calibrations on laboratory & fixed quality instruments
Perform routine checks, reagent check and replenishment, routine calibrations etc on process monitoring instrumentation and equipment.
Perform and assist with routine maintenance on plant and equipment including PM’s and CM’s.
Complete assigned Work Orders on the computer maintenance system (CMMS-Pirana);
Maintain the site to the highest standard of cleanliness
On Call
Use of remote monitoring tools (Log Me In etc. ) as appropriate to verify plant condition, and monitoring of alarm dial-outs
Assist with On Call as above, typically one week in four
Availability for response to plant failures outside normal operation hours in accordance with roster for same, and general availability to assist in remote troubleshooting where appropriate
General
Provide process support to other waste water & water treatment sites as required
Liaise and interact with the Plant Manager and General Manager
Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the plant’s performance management system and the company’s quality management system, safety rules, health and safety legislation and relevant environmental standards
Adhere to the company’s ethical conduct guidelines and maintain a working environment which is supportive and respectful of other employees
Undertake duties of a general nature that may be required by your manager.
Required skills for this role;
Previous experience (1-3 years) in industrial process operations would be a distinct advantage
Knowledge of Waste Water Treatment Processes and Sludge Treatment Processes
Good understanding of quality, environmental and safety management systems
This position requires that you must be flexible and available outside of the normal working week to provide/organise immediate assistance to Plant Manager and Clients
Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work in a team and/or on own initiative
Strong technical capability with attention to detail
Strong Problem solving and trouble-shooting skills
Effective time management and Communication skills
Please 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.
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