Background:Veolia is Ireland’s leading environmental services company. We provide a comprehensive range of energy, waste and water solutions and are dedicated to carbon reduction, protecting the environment and building the circular economy. We offer all employees a benefits package as standard which includes full VHI cover, pension and education assistance.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. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.Plant OperatorLocation: Ballymore Eustace, Co KildareDuration: Permanent Work Schedule: 3 Shift Cycle (S1 7am-3pm, S2 3pm to 11pm and S3 11pm to 7am) Overview of the Role:Are you interested in working in a dynamic setting, with unique processes and machinery operating at the highest level? Ballymore Eustace is the largest drinking water treatment plant in Ireland, and we need operators to assist in running the associated sludge plant.The plant comprises sludge dewatering and drying, with automated systems to control all aspects of the operation.We are looking for plant operators to assist in all aspects of this site, from general cleaning tasks, to assisting in process improvements and visual checks on water quality. There are daily samples to be taken, processes to be monitored and adjusted, arctic trucks to be loaded with product, and tanks to be regularly maintained and cleaned.We are looking for people who want to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, learn new skills, and work in a top-rated environmental company with over 700 employees.Day to Day of the Role:Monitor the plant and operation of plant machinery and carry out any relevant maintenance workUse of remote monitoring tools as appropriate to verify plant condition. Availability for response to plant failures outside normal operation hours in accordance with roster for same, and general availability to assist in remote troubleshooting where appropriateAssist with On Call as above, one week in fourProvide accurate reporting as necessary including inputting and operating computer maintenance systemGeneral house-keeping cleaning dutiesLiaise and interact with the Plant Manager and other operators on site, as well as other contractors from electrical and mechanical disciplinesEnsure that all work is carried out in accordance with the plant’s performance management system and the company’s quality management system, safety rules, health and safety legislation and relevant environmental standardsAdhere to the company’s ethical conduct guidelines and maintain a working environment which is supportive and respectful of other employeesUndertake duties of a general nature that may be required by your managerSkills required for the role:Leaving certificate or equivalentJob experience in a mechanical or industrial settingWillingness to learn new skills and work with other disciplinesWorking in an industrial settingPrevious experience on a water or wastewater treatment plant Please note:If you are an EU/EEA national, you will be asked to show proof of right to work in Ireland.If you are a non-EU/EEA national, you will require current and valid permission to work and reside in the Republic of Ireland.Information on legislation and guides to the procedures in relation to obtaining greencard permits ,work permits, spousal/dependant permits is available on the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation website.