Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor - Carlow Town
South East Midlands, Ireland
Job Info
Job Identification 2365
Job Category Engineering
Posting Date 06/03/2026, 08:10 AM
Locations South East Midlands, Ireland
Apply Before 06/17/2026, 10:55 PM
Job Schedule Full time
Vacancy Type Permanent Vacancy
Grade and Salary E (€50,223 - €75,334)
Reference number 2365BS26
The Role
The Wastewater Plant Operations Supervisor reports to the Wastewater Treatment Operations Manager and is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment plant or multiple plants within a region. The role involves leading a team of operators, managing operational contractors, contributing operational insights, and collaborating across the organization to deliver minor capital programmes and operational interventions.
Responsibilities
Manage day‑to‑day plant operations ensuring regulatory compliance and customer service standards are met.
Lead and coach a team of wastewater operations and maintenance staff, providing direction and developing their skills.
Identify and submit maintenance or operational intervention requests to Treatment Planning, supplying necessary information.
Capture and review operational data, producing performance reports, and making recommendations for improvement.
Organise maintenance and repair of newly commissioned or upgraded assets, including site training and resource planning.
Coordinate sludge movement and optimise sludge contracts in partnership with Operational Contract Management.
Accurately record and report service risks and audit information using the provided technology systems.
Help develop task schedules and standard operating procedures to maximise quality and efficiency.
Monitor and report key performance indicators for owned processes.
Support adherence to task schedules, SOPs, and close‑out of work orders.
Provide technical oversight of third‑party contractors, including permits‑to‑work and permits‑to‑enter.
Assist Key Account Managers with issues affecting key accounts and support the Customer Contact Centre with escalated customer queries.
Manage wastewater team costs, coordinating budget usage, and overseeing productivity and vehicle utilisation.
Oversee specialist works scoping and method‑statement reviews, and support field teams with complex asset integrity challenges.
Collaborate with Asset Planning on investment planning, risk assessments, and intervention generation.
Implement Health and Safety policies, including Construction Regulations, risk assessments, PPE use, and safety skill requirements.
Identify hazards and assess risks in operational areas; perform other duties as reasonably requested by the line manager.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and promote health and safety commitments across the organisation.
Contribute to the Asset Operations Transformation Programme, driving results within the Directorate.
Participate in out‑of‑hours and escalation standby work and provide emergency cover as required.
Support engagement with regulatory and other stakeholders as needed.
Qualifications
Relevant third‑level qualification or accreditation is desirable.
At least 3 years of direct relevant experience in a similar role within water treatment or network & maintenance repair services.
FETAC Level 5 / QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate or equivalent – Craft in apprenticeship such as Craft of Mechanical Automation and Maintenance Fitting is desirable.
Experience building a high‑performing team and developing people to achieve results through coaching and delegation.
Knowledge of water or wastewater treatment and/or maintenance of treatment and network assets is an advantage.
Knowledge of risk management principles (ISO 31000) and risk identification for water and wastewater assets.
Effective communication skills for engaging with internal stakeholders and frontline employees.
Computing skills: ability to create and interpret spreadsheets and databases.
Understanding of key network infrastructure (e.g., control valves, pumps) is an advantage.
Understanding of trunk main operations, network management, DMA operability is an advantage.
Experience with health and safety culture and regulations.
Knowledge of current legislation, standards, processes, and procedures relevant to water and wastewater.
Budget management experience.
Collaboration skills across functions to achieve objectives.
Customer‑focused business experience.
Knowledge of managing process compliance.
Equal Opportunities
Uisce Éireann is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, ages, ethnic backgrounds, beliefs, and disabilities.
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