# Effluent Plant Operative

**Company:** [Kepak Group](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/apJvUah24epe4QDY8LmvWT.md)
**Location:** Aberdeen, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** Engineering

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## Description

**Kepak McIntosh Donald** are a globally recognised brand and the largest red meat producer in Scotland; raised on open pastures, sourced from local farmers and hand-selected by our master butchers, we produce beef and lamb products with integrity and unmatched quality assurance.

**Kepak McIntosh Donald** are looking for a **Effluent Plant Operative** to join our team.

**Working Hours:** 40h/week, Monday to Friday, rotating shifts (morning & afternoon shifts)

**Role Purpose** Responsible for the daily running of the wastewater treatment plant ensuring water discharge remains within the business consent levels.

## Requirements

-   Operate, monitor, maintain, and trouble-shoot the effluent treatment facility.
-   Maintain a working knowledge of operation, methods, and procedures of wastewater treatment plant.
-   Maintain basic knowledge of wastewater discharge norms and consent limits.
-   Maintain basic knowledge of physical, chemical, and engineering aspects of treatment processes for wastewater.
-   Inspect and perform daily checks on effluent plant performance to ensure effective operations and maintain records, including start-up, shut down and daily monitoring of daily blood skid.
-   Complete planned maintenance activities in the water plant during weekend shut down periods.
-   Complete daily site meter readings and uploading to shared file.
-   Arrange delivery of effluent treatment chemicals and loading of chemicals into treatment plant chemical dosing systems.
-   Perform all aspects of sampling, monitoring, and testing required to maintain compliance with consent limits.
-   Adhere to preventative maintenance schedules & record activities within the factory CMMS system.
-   Perform routines such as draining and cleaning of effluent treatment plant & routine housekeeping.
-   Observe for any improvement opportunities within the plant operation.
-   Liaise with effluent treatment chemical suppliers and maintain chemical stock on site.
-   Liaise with site engineering and hygiene teams as required during breakdowns, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
-   Liaise with external effluent plant maintenance and cleaning contractors.
-   Maintain daily open communications with site management teams.
-   Ensure safe storage of effluent chemicals in line with environmental policy.
-   Perform all work in conformance to Health, Safety & Environment regulations.
-   Any other duties as required by management and within the competency of the post holder.

  

**Attributes, Skills and Experience Requirements**

-   **Commitment to Company Values; Passion for food, Ambition, Responsibility and Teamwork**
-   **Passion for Food** at forefront of day-to-day performance
-   **Ambition** to develop self to achieve personal and business goals
-   **Responsibility** for positive contribution to business
-   **Team Work** across all levels, departments and teams, willing to go the extra mile
-   Good communication skills
-   Proactive in approach and problem solving
-   Commitment to good practice and quality service
-   Ability to work under own initiative to deliver to deadlines
-   Basic IT skills

## Benefits

-   **Performance Bonus-** Opportunity to earn a bonus based on your performance and development.
-   **Pay Grading system-** offering the chance to increase your earnings as you advance in your role.
-   **31 days annual leave per year** (after probation).
-   **Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme** - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.
-   **Company Pension Scheme** - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.
-   **Death in Service Benefit** - Eligible salaried employees are covered by our Death in Service benefit, providing financial support and peace of mind for your loved ones.
-   **Refer a Friend Scheme** - Earn up to **£500** for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.
-   **Free On-Site Parking** - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.
-   **Subsidised On-Site Canteen** - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.
-   **Cycle to Work Scheme** - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.
-   **Electric Vehicle Scheme** - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.
-   **Long Service Awards** - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.
-   **Discounted Gym Memberships** - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.
-   **Training and Development** - We are committed to helping you grow your career through structured onboarding, regular online and in-person training, and clear opportunities for career progression.
-   **Mentoring and Leadership Development Programmes** - Whether you're looking to build new skills or take the next step in your career, our mentoring and leadership development programmes are designed to help you reach your full potential.
-   **GroceryAid Employee Assistance Programme** - Free and confidential emotional, practical and financial support for all Kepak colleagues, including access to counselling, mental health support, legal guidance and a 24/7 confidential helpline.
-   **Financial Advice & Will Writing -** Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.