Technician - Thermal Hydrolysis Process (THP) Operator

About the Opportunity

Join New Zealand's pioneering Thermal Hydrolysis Process (THP) team at Moa Point's Sludge Minimisation Facility. This exceptional position welcomes a highly skilled Technician to operate innovative sludge treatment technology. As one of the nation's first specialist THP operators, you will benefit from exclusive training facilitated by global specialists within Veolia, contributing to a prestigious environmental project.

Key Benefits

• Support provided for relocation to New Zealand
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development
• Experience living and working in the scenic environment of Aotearoa New Zealand
• Exposure to cutting-edge facility operations and career advancement

Core Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor systems including dewatering, THP, anaerobic digestion, and thermal dryers
• Perform daily operational tasks such as process oversight, sampling, and testing protocols
• Utilize SCADA systems to optimize control parameters
• Take immediate action to resolve process alarms and deviations
• Maintain precise records of operational data and detailed logs
• Work collaboratively with Moa Point WWTP teams to ensure integrated plant efficiency

Maintenance and Process Improvement

• Conduct planned preventative maintenance activities
• Detect and report potential equipment faults preemptively
• Assist development and refinement of operational procedures tailored to New Zealand’s environment
• Contribute to enhancement and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to contractual, resource consent, and health and safety requirements
• Foster and participate in a proactive safety culture and audits
• Oversee chemical inventory and manage delivery processes
• Report and investigate workplace hazards and incidents

Required Experience and Skills

• Proven expertise in wastewater treatment operations, with advantage in anaerobic digestion and thermal drying
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and meticulous record-keeping
• Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Competency in controlling and monitoring processes via SCADA
• Excellent technical aptitude and strong attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in Electrical and/or Mechanical trades such as Fitter & Turner or equivalent
• Basic familiarity with ISO standards including ISO45001, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO55000, or ISO50001

Personal Attributes

• Dedicated to safety with alignment to Veolia’s Always Safe Charter
• Strong collaborator with effective communication skills
• Self-motivated, proactive, and autonomous worker
• Comfortable working within a multicultural setting
• Positive outlook coupled with effective problem-solving skills

Additional Information

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens, residents, or possess a valid visa authorizing work in New Zealand.

Veolia champions diversity, equality, and inclusion, encouraging applications from Maori and Pasifika communities, veterans, persons with disabilities, mature candidates, early career professionals, LGBTI+ individuals, and people from all cultural backgrounds.