Effluent Plant Operative

Job Description

Location: On site / Perth, UK
job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Agriculture, Fishing, Forestry and Food Processing General Operative
HourlyFixed salary:£ 13.21

ROLE DEFINITION:

Run, monitor and maintain the operation of the Effluent Plant and supporting the Environment and Sustainability operation on a daily basis and ensure functioning to maximum capability at all times. Working as part of a larger team.

ABP Food Group is one of Europe’s leading integrated agri-food businesses, with divisions specialising in food production, pet food and renewables. Over our 70-year history, we have grown to 14,000 strong team and have built a reputation for quality and innovation. Our Early Careers programme offers opportunities across all of our divisions including apprenticeships, graduate and industrial placement pathways.

ABP UK, part of the ABP Food Group produces quality fresh and frozen beef, lamb and frozen meat-free products to some of the nation’s leading supermarkets and restaurants, including a number of Michelin Star establishments -Find out more below about how to become part of a team!

WHY CHOOSE ABP PERTH?

• Experience: Hands on experience real learning from day one.




• Career Growth: This is more than just a job-it’s a launchpad for a dynamic career in the meat industry, with opportunities to advance into specialised roles or management.




• Sustainability: Work with a company committed to animal welfare and securing our business for the future.




• Supportive Team: Learn from experienced mentors and be part of a supportive, dynamic team.

BENEFITS:

• Monday to Friday working




• Free parking on site




• Great transport links.




• Weekly paid




• Discounted Staff canteen selling both hot and cold meals.




• Free fruit everyday,




• Employee Assistance scheme




• Discounted Gym Membership




• Cycle to Work scheme




• Car leasing discount scheme




• Training and Development

LOCATION

ABP Perth

HOURS OF WORK

Monday to Friday – 07:00 – 16:30

REPORTING TO

Environmental & Sustainability Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Continually run, monitor and maintain the effluent treatment plant




• Maintain plant equipment to a good standard so as to ensure accuracy and compliance and undertake a regular cleaning regime of pipework, bunds, tanks and the general area




• Understand the compliance required from Scottish Water to ensure the discharge consent limits are not breached




• Understand the treatment requirements of the effluent plant




• Undertake continuous monitoring and adjustment of the effluent plant so that it operates efficiently




• Ensure there are smooth handovers with other colleagues




• Training of other colleagues ensuring they can maintain the effluent plant when not in attendance




• Undertake daily analysis of the effluent to monitor and optimise the operation of the plant




• To carry out checks on a regular basis and report any problems with the Effluent Plant to the Engineering Manager




• To undertake training on how to run the Effluent plant in the most effective an efficient way




• To ensure all tasks performed are as per training given and safe working procedures




• Adherence to legislation and Company, hygiene, health and safety policies during all works in accordance with PPE requirements at all times




• Escalate issues of serious level immediately to the Engineering Manager




• To support continual improvement through identifying site improvement projects and personal development opportunities to the Engineering Manager




• Training and Development – To help the Supervisor identify training needs and opportunities by highlighting your own needs at appraisals.




• To work to agreed training plan, bringing any skill shortfalls/difficulties to the attention of the Supervisor.




• Ensure understanding of expected standards and targets before commencing any task.




• To carry out all assigned tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures, particularly with regard to Health and Safety and Food Safety.




• To have a flexible approach to workloads/hours to ensure agreed throughput and yield targets are met.




• To adhere to current legislation and Company hygiene policies with regards to safe food production and hygiene at all times




• To carry out all assigned tasks in accordance with company policies and procedures, particularly with regard to Health and Safety and Food Safety at all times




• To ensure that you comply with the Company Health and Safety policy at all times




• Yard Duties to be carried out where required.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:

• The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar type of role and be suited to working in a fast paced environment.




• Highly autonomous worker, with the ability to work successfully and effectively on their own




• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with the ability to understand root cause of issues that arise




• Excellent verbal and written communication skills




• Good work ethic andreliability and commitment to the company




• Self-starter and driven to achieve a high standard of work and quality at all times




• Ability to demonstrate ownership, have pride in your work and add complete a task from start to finish.




• Highly motivated and conscientious with the ability to fully understand the importance this role plays on site.




• Be confident to work on your own, taking responsibility for ensuring regular tasks are carried out in a timely and efficient way.




• Have knowledge of waste water treatment processes or experience in utility industry




• Have strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately record information and to spot changes in monitoring records which may need addressed

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Experience is advantageous, but not essential as full training will be given.




• Knowledge/Skills: Must understand the fundamentals of water treatment and why it is necessary (training can be provided)




• Broad Site knowledge and an understanding of Site drainage system.




• Ability to construct and issue basic reports.




• General IT literacy and high level of literacy and numerical skills essential to understand and review plant running costs.




• Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor improvement activities.




• Be able to demonstrate high levels of Health and Safety knowledge and awareness in the role on a day to day basis