Operator

Salary: £32,665 per annum once qualified plus Veolia benefits (until qualified you will be entitled to £28,604)

Hours:  40 hours per week - Day shift Monday to Thursday 0730 to 1630 - Friday 0730 to 1400. Weekend working & standby cover on a roster basis.  

Location: Buckie Wastewater Treatment Works, AB56 4BS 

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 sees the world in a similar way to take up an exciting Day Operator role in our Operational team.

As a Day Operator, you will be responsible for the operational control of the Process Units within the Moray contract. The Day Operator will conduct a range of assigned activities including testing, routine checks, maintenance and problem solving to ensure that services are delivered to time, cost and quality standards.

Full comprehensive training will be provided for the successful candidate. The only requirements are a valid driving license and an enthusiastic attitude towards learning. We're looking for someone who is eager to develop their skills and grow with our company - previous experience is not necessary.

What we can offer you:

• 25 days of annual leave

• Access to our people’s pension scheme

• Free physiotherapy service 

• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 

What you'll be doing:

• Carry out and report on a range of activities within established procedures monitor, test and analyse service performance and compliance with regulatory and business standards.

• Ensure equipment and resources are used, maintained and replaced appropriately to meet business standards.

• Carry out a range of routine activities to time and quality standards to ensure the smooth running of the overall process on a day to day basis. 

• To draw samples and test as required ensuring the optimal running of all plant and equipment.

• Record and document all process information and analysis results.

• Safely and effectively monitor the operation of the process and conditions of the plant, making adjustments of controls.

What we're looking for:

• Full driving licence (Required)

• Demonstrates the ability to monitor and assess asset performance

• Proficient in the operation of the treatment process / network process

• Understanding of the Sludge process and all associated treatment equipment

• Develops and utilises technical knowledge to demonstrate good operational practices and assists with efficient running of the process, maintenance & operational system

• Forklift licence

While experience in these areas would be beneficial, we are committed to providing comprehensive training to the right candidate. We're looking for someone with the aptitude and enthusiasm to learn these skills.

What's next?

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation to work for two years in a row! This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.

We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.