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We have a Water Testerposition available within theDS SmithinKemsley Mill.
The successful applicant will be someone who has previous experience in laboratory environment and industrial water/effluent treatment.
Role - Water Tester (ETP Process Tester)
Pay -14.30 per hour, 20.25 per hour for Weekend, Unpaid breaks
Location -DS Smith Paper Ltd - Kemsley Mill, Kemsley Mill, Sittingbourne,. ME10 2TD
Job Type -Contructal, Initially for 6 months with possibilities of extension
Shift Hours -Flexible Hours, 6am to 2pm, Rotational, 4 on 4 off(including weekends at 1.5x rate.)One 15 minute morning break and one 30 minute lunch break permitted, both unpaid (off timesheet).
Responsibilities:
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Collect and prepare samples from the waste water treatment plant for various laboratory tests, analyse results, and report findings to the operations team.
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Develop knowledge to support plant operations.
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Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to company safety procedures, using PPE and gas monitoring equipment, and assisting with risk assessments and incident reporting.
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Comply with environmental management systems, report potential hazards, assist with investigations, and work to reduce the plant's environmental impact.
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Support optimal water and waste processes, contribute improvement ideas, and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
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Maintain effective communication and participate in training as needed.
Essential Experience:
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Laboratory/analytical/MS Excel experience is essential
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Ability to work in adverse conditions (darkness, cold, wet, and alone).
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Physically able to lift samples (up to 15kg) and carry samples some distance.
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Driving Licence is essential.
Desired Experience:
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Support daily ETP operations, following procedures, and complying with Health, Safety, and Environmental legislation.
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Knowledge of waste water treatment process layout and sample point locations.
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Ability to perform all required laboratory tests and maintain up-to-date process data and records.
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Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental systems and procedures, maintaining good housekeeping throughout the laboratory and plant.
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GCSE including maths, English or at least one science. Preference for A levels (at least one science) or above.
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Engage in a mix of outdoor sample collection and indoor laboratory testing.
All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, reference check etc.
