Lakeland Dairies
Site Services Operator
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Site Services Operator
Newtownards
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.
Applications are invited for the above position that will be based at our Newtownards Site.
The opportunity: As a Site Services Operator, you will play an important role in ensuring the effective day-to-day operation of site services, utilities, and environmental systems. Working as part of the Facilities team, you will be responsible for monitoring the wastewater treatment plant, carrying out routine maintenance tasks, and supporting waste recycling and site upkeep activities, contributing to the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of our operations.
What success will look like:
- Operate, monitor, maintain and optimise our Wastewater Treatment Plant and associated site services to ensure efficient performance.
- Carry out routine equipment inspections, chemical dosing, testing activities, and maintain accurate operational records.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks, including lubrication of machinery and replacement of pipes, valves, and pumps where required.
- Maintain high housekeeping standards across the Wastewater Treatment Plant, recycling areas, trailer park, and other designated locations.
- Provide support and cover for the Engineering team, assisting with maintenance and operational requirements as needed.
- Coordinate the collection and delivery of engineering parts, liaising effectively with suppliers and service providers.
- Support site waste management and recycling operations, including forklift activities and the coordination of chemical and recycling container replenishment.
- Adhere to all health, safety, quality, and compliance standards while contributing to continuous improvement and maintaining required accreditations.
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A training and development plan will be provided for the successful candidate in this role.
What will you bring? Applicants should have experience working within a manufacturing and/or engineering environment, supported by excellent communication and problem-solving skills. They must be competent in the use of IT packages and have the ability to remain calm and effective when working under pressure. A methodical approach is essential, with strong attention to detail and the ability to think accurately and logically when identifying and resolving issues.
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Experience in the operation of a wastewater treatment plant and/or chemical dosing systems would be advantageous. A certificate or diploma in an engineering discipline is desirable, as is possession of a valid forklift licence.
If you have the necessary skills and attributes to meet this exciting opportunity in a dynamic, high volume and fast-moving business, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Application Process:
To apply or for further information, please complete our online application process by no later than Monday 26th October 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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