Maintenance Technician Waste & Recycling - Robotics
London – Waterloo Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience
Introduction…
Astute are working with an award-winning business, who turn the worlds waste into resource. They are looking for someone who is passionate about progressing within their career and wants to contribute to the company’s continual success and growth within the waste sector. You will play a key part in supporting the business by providing first response to engineering issues. This role would be ideal for someone that is interested in robotics and wanting to learn and develop their skills and knowledge.
Roles & Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
Skills & Qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Salary & Package
What’s on offer for this exciting role:
How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 222 964 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.
IDREC
Veolia Water Technologies, the world leader in water treatment. Veolia Water Technologies provide complete solutions for water treatment. Innovating in key areas such as sustainable development, resource and by-product recovery, our differentiating water treatment processes enable us to offer solutions suited to every application. We are experts in water.
Job DescriptionThis role will be working within the R&D process team on new developments in water purification technologies and products on the laboratory scale. These will be associated with a wide range of process technologies and new product projects.
The work will primarily involve designing, building and operating laboratory-scale test rigs featuring new technologies, prototypes and finished products. This requires associated chemical/microbiological analytical test work and reporting on results, as part of the Research and Development team. Calibration of instruments and auditing/maintaining records are also important tasks. Analytical skills in chemistry, microbiology and chemical engineering will be utilised.
Please Note - applicants who are asked for interview will be required to demonstrate their knowledge and practical skills via a series of aptitude tasks. The outcomes of these will have a major bearing on our choice of successful candidate.
1. Operation of test equipment associated with new products and processes
To ensure pilot rig and finished product testwork and associated tasks are carried out satisfactorily and completed to meet the technical objectives set within the agreed time scales.
Involvement in the process design and testing of new productsCollaborating in setting design/objectives of testwork, plus definition of time-scales
Safe, logical/careful & thoughtful completion of practical work, data logging/processing.
Accurate recording of experimental results, report writing and outcome presentation.
Organising and monitoring test programmes for new products/technologies.
Time management, record keeping and communication.
Test reports are completed and written up promptly, in line with departmental KPIs.
2. Project Support
Acquire a detailed familiarity with the technologies used in water purification and with the ELGA LabWater range of products. Provide support to other team members, using scientific skills and calibration / quality assurance auditing capabilities.3. Analysis Support
To participate in ensuring that an efficient analytical service is provided by the department. This will require:
Maintaining a good working knowledge of the appropriate techniques.
Ensuring relevant Work Instructions are kept updated and work is carried out to them.
Ensuring equipment is in full working order and calibrated, the laboratory is kept clean, tidy and safe, in accordance with regulatory standards.
4. Laboratory Visibility
The laboratory is maintained such that it provides visitors with a positive reinforcement of our commitment to high quality R&D. A professional approach and GLP-compatible behaviour is a mandatory part of this role.
5. Other features of the job that require emphasis;
A high degree of flexibility to enable us to react to changing priorities.
Working in the R&D Department, information security and confidentiality are essential.
A willingness to embrace the precepts of chemistry, microbiology and chemical engineering in order to integrate well in our multidisciplinary team.
A high level of work independence is required. After an initial period of training on water purification technologies and laboratory procedures, the candidate will be expected to take ownership of some projects and related testwork.
Must haves….
A degree or equivalent in chemical engineering, chemistry or other STEM subject.
Experience of working in a laboratory environment with a team of scientists/engineers.
Practical knowledge of lab techniques, analytical chemistry and/or microbiology.
Strength in mathematics, with the ability to manipulate & analyse sets of numerical data is essential.
Strong communication skills, both verbal & written, with the confidence to document and present, clearly & concisely, test results, conclusions and project outcomes.
A natural problem solver, using your own initiative to find solutions, as part of a team.
Willingness and the ability to explore new ideas and grow own knowledge base.
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
Good practical skills and a hands on approach is essential.
An ability to work independently, after instruction, to achieve set goals and timescales.
Sound knowledge of Google and Microsoft Applications.
Having a practical hobby which can be illustrated at interview will be a major advantage.
A training and development plan will be designed for you as we want you to grow and develop within Veolia; this may include external run training as required for the role.
Veolia offers the following benefits to name a few;
Competitive salary
25 days holiday plus 8 public holidays
Life Assurance
Pension Scheme
Along with Private Medical Insurance, Group Income Protection, Dental Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Travel Insurance, Health Screening, Shopping discounts and much more.
For a Site supervisor (also known as Lead Air Hygiene Engineer) this role offers security, competitive pay, bonuses and overtime, door to door payment, sick pay, life assurance, career development and much more.
Hydro-X Air comprises of dedicated teams of two working remotely to deliver ventilation Ductwork cleaning and other air hygiene services to our customers.
Location: Field Based, will be expected to travel within the region
Working Hours: 45hours per week, some weeks will be working days, others will be night working and some weekend work will be required. Schedulers aim to plan jobs up to 2 weeks in advance where possible. RequirementsMain Duties
The duties will include, but are not limited to, working within the guidance provided by TR19 and associated company documents, and guidance, to ensure that any work on site is safe and free from the risks.
You may be expected to undertake some or all of the work below:
Your knowledge
The appointee must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
Salary £25,000-£27,000 depending on experience
What happens next – your career move made simple
1. Apply now to be consider for the role
2. If you meet the requirements, you will then be contacted by our recruitment team for an informal pre-screening call. 3. Suitable applicants will then be invited to a video interview 4. Interview feedback within 4 working daysSuccessful applicants will be welcomed into the business on our 2 day induction at our head office where you will be issued with all the necessary equipment to complete the jobs, you will have branded workwear, a company van, tablet, and phone.
Please note that we are a drugs free company and complete a drugs test on the first day of employment.
Hydro-X are an equal opportunity employer, and we follow non-discriminatory practices
Keywords: Ductclean, Air Hygiene, Hygiene operative, fire damper engineer, ventilation cleaner, Air Hygiene supervisor, Duct cleaning technician, extract cleaning.
Operations Supervisor Waste Management
Paisley
£35,000 per annum + package
Introduction…
We are currently recruiting for an experienced on-site Operations Manager to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists working within the Hazardous Waste sector across the UK. They are looking for an Operations Manager to join their established team at their processing facility in Paisley to support their hazardous waste treatment operations and industrial cleaning services, supporting the daily running of the site and its teams.
Roles & Responsibilities
As the Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for:
Skills & Qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following:
Salary & Package
What’s on offer for this exciting role:
How to Apply
To apply, please call Megan Balmer on 0744139 1332 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]