Salary: £34,033 per annum plus Veolia benefits
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Edinburgh, EH6 7RF
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.
This role will be as a Wastewater Plant Operator (Operations Technician) on the largest wastewater plant in Scotland. You'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
What we can offer you;
Training in all aspects of work such as use of forklift trucks, telehandlers, confined space access, process operating skills
25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn £1000
Access to our company 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
24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
What you'll be doing;
Report directly to the Working supervisor on all aspects of site operations, compliance and efficiency at the largest wastewater plant in Scotland
Optimisation and troubleshooting of all processes and assets and assisting the wider team in resolving plant issues
Carry out basic maintenance tasks to ensure efficient operations
Work with external contractors and provide onsite support for completion of maintenance activities
Provide support/feedback to senior members of the maintenance and operations teams
Carry out site sampling and analysis
Develop knowledge on the Seafield Sludge Treatment Centre Operation (Dewatering, Anaerobic Digestion, Gas Production, CHP Operation and Maintenance and Thermal Hydrolysis Process).
Develop knowledge on the Seafield Wastewater Treatment Works Operation (Preliminary Treatment, Primary Treatment, Biological Treatment).
What we're looking for;
Team player and respectful to all those they work with and the surrounding community
Customer focused in order to ensure good relations with the local community and stakeholders
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong problem solving skills
Full driving licence required
Training will be provided to upskill those without the experience but the following would be beneficial:
Skills/Expertise in running and maintaining operational processes and assets (wastewater experience preferred but not essential)
Practical knowledge of spreadsheet packages, experience of computerised maintenance management package(s)
Health and Safety awareness/qualifications
Experience in Permit to Work systems
Familiar with Risk Assessments
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 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