Lakeland Dairies
ETP Operative
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Effluent Treatment Plant Operative
Artigarvan
Lakeland Dairies Co-operative Society Limited (The Group) is the second largest dairy processor on the island of Ireland. The business is complex and ambitious with a milk supply pool of 2 billion litres of milk, drawn from over 3,200 family farms across 16 counties.
With the most modern dairy manufacturing facilities in 8 locations on a cross-border basis, the Group supplies to a broad customer base including some of the world’s foremost ‘blue chip’ companies across the dairy food ingredients, foodservice and consumer food channels on a domestic Ireland, UK, European and global basis. Internationally we export some 240 different products to over 100 countries worldwide.
The Group’s Agribusiness Division (Lakeland Agri) operates a state-of-the-art Animal Feed Manufacturing Facility and is a leading and innovative provider of the highest quality feeds and agricultural inputs to dairy, beef and sheep farmers across the north and south of Ireland.
Applications are invited for the above position to be based at our Artigarvan based site.
The Role
Our Effluent Treatment Plant Operators are responsible for running, monitoring, and maintaining the treatment systems that handle wastewater from our dairy processing, ensuring compliance with environmental standards, and keeping our plant safe and efficient.
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These key roles work on a continental shift pattern covering both day and night shift.
Key responsibilities will include (Not limited too):
- Flow management: Adjust valves and pumps to control wastewater flow rates depending on production levels
- Process control: Monitor dissolved oxygen, sludge levels, and hydraulic loading to keep biological treatment stable.
- Alarm response: Act immediately to alarms (e.g., pump failure, high tank levels) to prevent spills or environmental breaches.
- PPE use: Wear protective gear (safety boots, hi-vis, safety glasses, and respirators when required) when handling chemicals or sludge.
- Confined space safety: Follow strict entry procedures for tanks or pits.
- Preventive maintenance: Lubricate pumps, clean screens, check aerators, and replace worn seals.
- Minor repairs: Fix leaks, unblock pipes, or replace faulty sensors.
- Shift logs: Record flow rates, chemical usage, test results and any incidents.
- Sampling: Collect water and sludge samples.
What do I need to be successful in this role?
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- A self-starter with the ability to complete manual work including lifting, bending and stretching when required.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Relevant experience from within a food manufacturing environment, and/or Effluent Treatment Plant would be advantageous.
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If you have the necessary skills and attributes to meet this challenging opportunity in a dynamic, high volume and fast-moving business, we would be delighted to hear from you!
Application Process:
To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV via our online application process by no later than Monday 20th July 2026.
Lakeland Dairies Ltd is committed to having an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong. If you require accommodations to be made during the recruitment process or have questions relating to accessibility, please contact us at careers@lakelanddairies.com.
We are committed to equality and believe in building a diverse organisation that is representative of and responsive to the needs of our customers and stakeholders.
A NOTE FOR RECRUITMENT AGENCIES:
We prefer to hire people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we need a helping hand. We'll be in touch directly if we need you!
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