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.
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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
Pay Grading system- offering the chance to increase your earnings as you advance in your role.-
31 days annual leave per year (after probation).
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Annual Holiday Purchase Scheme - Need a little more time off? Purchase additional annual leave.
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Company Pension Scheme - Helping you plan for the future with access to our company pension scheme.
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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.
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Refer a Friend Scheme - Earn up to £500 for successfully referring a friend or family member to join Kepak.
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Free On-Site Parking - Our site has dedicated staff parking, available free of charge for all colleagues.
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Subsidised On-Site Canteen - Enjoy a variety of freshly prepared hot meals and food options at reduced prices in our on-site canteen.
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Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money on a new bike and cycling equipment through our salary sacrifice scheme.
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Electric Vehicle Scheme - Access an electric vehicle through our salary sacrifice scheme.
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Long Service Awards - We recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the loyalty, dedication and valuable contributions of our long-serving colleagues.
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Discounted Gym Memberships - Support your health and wellbeing with access to discounted gym memberships.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Financial Advice & Will Writing - Access free mortgage advice and a complimentary will writing service as part of your employee benefits package.
