Energy Centre Operator

1 week ago


Waikato, New Zealand Synlait Full time

Synlait is the 21st Century Milk Nutrition Company. We’re shifting perceptions of sustainable dairy, people, and planet. We’re driving value through new thinking and a new attitude. We combine expert farming with state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of milk products for our global customers.

Our exceptional people see everything as an opportunity and are always striving to make more from milk. Right now, we are now seeking an Energy Centre Operator to join our Energy and Utilities team in Pokeno.

This team provides our energy and utility services and effluent treatment to enable raw milk to be processed. The role involves taking responsibility for our highly automated processes on site including 25 MW gas feed Boiler, Water Treatment systems, Refrigeration systems, Compressed Air systems, Packing Gas systems, Reverse Osmosis systems and Waste water treatment systems.

You will also monitor key performance indicators such as energy unit efficiencies, rate, quality, and plant availability.

This role has ultimate responsibility on a shift-by-shift basis for the coordination of energy and utility services to meet customer and quality standards. The shift pattern rotates to cover 24 hours per day.
- Relevant Trade cert or level 4 Maintenance Certification
- A National Certificate in Energy and Chemical Plant (Boiler Operation) Enchem Level 3 or
- A National Certificate in Energy and Chemical Plant (Process Operation) Enchem Level 4
- Knowledge and Operational experience on processes and systems like: Food Safety and Quality, HACCP, GMP, ISO, Steam Generation, Waste Water Treatment (DAF), Refrigeration, Compressed Air, Packing Gas, Reverse Osmosis, Demin Water, Waste Water Irrigation and Water Treatment are highly desirable
- Previous work experience in a similar role within the dairy industry or food manufacturing environment would be advantageous

Things at Synlait move quickly, so energy and enthusiasm will stand you in good stead. If you enjoy working with great people, are versatile, and ready for a change, we would love to hear from you.

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