Production Operator

Production Operator
Howdon
3-month temporary contract
Monday-Friday
 
Pertemps are working alongside Northumbrian Water to recruit a Production Operator to join their team at the Howdon site on a 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a critical operational environment, supporting the effective treatment of wastewater and water assets.
 
Key Responsibilities 

• Operate and maintain wastewater and water treatment assets to ensure regulatory compliance
• Liaise effectively with and coordinate EMI personnel
• Maximise plant performance, including chemicals, energy, and other assets
• Carry out basic effluent and mixed liquor sampling, interpret results, and implement appropriate changes
• Use systems to fault-find and optimise plant utilisation
• Use IT systems such as Word, Excel, and Lotus Notes for reporting and operational tasks
• Carry out basic instrument calibration and plant fault finding 

Requirements 

• Ability to analyse and interpret data to identify issues and implement solutions
• Competence in risk assessment procedures would be beneficial but not essential
• Appropriate fitness level for confined space entries, including use of escape sets
• Lock-off and tag-off (LOTO) competence

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through Pertemps to be considered.