Wastewater Operator

Job title:

Wastewater Operator

Company

EPS Group

Job description

About the Role:EPS require a Treatment Plant Operator to work in the Cork area on a fixed term basis. The role requires a good understanding of both the Water Treatment process, full training will be provided for the successful candidate.This is a multi-disciplined organisation and job role, so all experienced applicants from associated disciplines are welcome.Key Responsibilities:

• Routine operational duties and regular preventative maintenance tasks are a basic function of this role
• Mechanical maintenance works are required as part of the role
• General duties both inside and outside in all weathers
• Process monitoring and completing record sheets and taking process samples
• Manual work may be required from time to time
• Role ranges from process control, operation of equipment and monitoring to basic mechanical maintenance and repair
• General housekeeping activities such as cleaning and washing plant and areas down and grounds maintenance also required
• Treatment process is fully automated and has a comprehensive control system.
• Basic use of IT is required
• Awareness of need to follow formal procedures and safe working methods essential
• Flexibility with hours of work is vital for this role including occasional weekend work and bank holiday work, as participation in a regular stand by and call out rota

Skills / Attributes:

• Good use of reading English and excellent inter-personal skills and communication skills.
• Computer literacy and ability to use spreadsheets and other basic computer programmes necessary
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong collaborative skills with an ability to work effectively on your own or in a team environment.
• Have a willingness to learn and be challenged in the water and waste water Industry

Requirements:

• Experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants – although similar process experience will be considered.
• Experience in operating mechanical and electrical plant and machinery required
• Experience in preventative and reactive mechanical maintenance
• The person will live in the locality and be able to ensure timely access to the site within the responsibility of the role.

Compensation Package:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• CPD accredited employer
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Flexible working options, dependent on location and role requirements
• See company website for more information on the benefits of working in EPS Group

We welcome speculative applications from individuals of all levels.If you are interested in working with us but are not sure if the role above is for you, please feel free to get in touch for an informal discussion about what we do and what you could bring to the team. If you need any reasonable adjustments or have an accessibility request during your recruitment journey, please let our recruiting team know.Speak to our recruiting team on 022-31200 or email jobs@epswater.com.Equal Opportunity Statement – EPS Group is an equal opportunities employer.Company ProfileSince 1968, we have grown from a modest electrical and pumping services business and developed into an innovative, internationally exporting product and service provider, now focused upon the water, wastewater and clean technology sectors, operating across the Republic of Ireland, the UK and Northern Europe.We are an international water infrastructure specialist, one of the few genuine end-to-end service providers in the global water sector, providing large scale employment, bringing market leading and ground breaking technologies to Ireland and working to improve the country’s water infrastructure.Our vision is to be the best and most rewarding place to work for our teams, to be our customer’s outstanding partner of choice and we are committed to being a Net Zero, sustainable business.

Expected salary

Location

Cork

Job date

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 22:11:06 GMT

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