Plant Operator | Water Treatment Plant Operator | Wastewater Process Operator

Oswestry | Contract | United Utilities Framework | Water Sector Construction

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an experienced Plant Operator to support a project in Oswestry on the United Utilities framework. Working alongside MWH Treatment and the Advance Plus process team, you will be responsible for monitoring and maintaining the performance of a new wastewater treatment plant, ensuring processes operate safely and efficiently.

This role would suit a skilled plant operator with experience in the water sector and a strong understanding of process monitoring, equipment performance and safe delivery on construction projects.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on a water sector project within the United Utilities framework.

• The chance to contribute to the commissioning and operation of a new treatment plant.

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced process engineers and project teams.

Key Duties

• Monitor the new plant's processes and operating performance on a daily basis.

• Record and review process parameters, including MLSS, SSVI, final effluent analysis, sludge thickener performance, sludge levels and chemical usage.

• Monitor plant equipment, including oxidation ditch inducers, blowers, instruments, ferric and caustic dosing systems, and sludge thickeners.

• Monitor analysers, recalibrate instruments and order reagents as required.

• Adjust process parameters to maintain effective plant performance.

• Maintain accurate daily operational logs and report progress and performance to the Advance Plus process commissioning engineer.

• Liaise with the client, suppliers and the Advance Plus process team.

• Attend regular meetings with United Utilities to discuss progress, performance and operational matters.

• Order chemicals and consumables, including ferric, caustic, polymer, reagents and cuvettes for sampling and analysis.

• Receive and manage chemical deliveries safely.

• Support the Advance Plus team with plant shutdowns, access arrangements and related activities.

Requirements

• A valid CSCS card is essential.

• Proven experience as a skilled and experienced plant operator.

• Experience working in the water sector within a construction environment.

• A proven track record of delivering schemes ranging from small to large in a safe and responsible manner.

• The ability to monitor plant performance, maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with clients, suppliers and technical teams.

Interested?

If you have the relevant plant operating experience, a valid CSCS card and a background in water sector construction, apply today to be considered for this Plant Operator contract opportunity in Oswestry.