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John Farrington

Randwick,Australia

Summary

As an A+ dynamic and extremely motivated individual, I bring exceptional organization and communication skills to any situation or environment. With extensive experience in treatment plant operations, I am a results-driven professional who excels at ensuring compliance, optimizing plant performance, and maintaining safety standards. As a reliable team player, I am focused on collaborative problem-solving and adaptability to changing operational needs. My strong technical know-how and attention to detail make me a valuable asset in any role.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Treatment Plant Operator

VEOLIA water
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Carry out installations and upgrades and process improvements on the plant such as pipework, valves, pumps and dosing skids ect
  • Carry out lab analysis on samples taken from various stages of our process to create reports and identify any changes that need to be made using the SCADA system
  • Calibration and maintenance of instruments and equipment throughout the plant
  • To undertake mechanical maintenance around the plant
  • Intensive on call duties working a 1 / 3 roster
  • Predicting chemical usage and bulk order of all chemicals well in advance, this would ensure all holding tanks and silos never reached a low level
  • Create and submit reports for production, incidents and KPI ect
  • Participated in emergency response efforts during critical incidents, working closely with other team members to restore normal operations quickly.

Plant Operator

VEOLIA water
11.2019 - 09.2022
  • Carry out regular plant inspections and walkthroughs, keeping a close eye on all chemical / tank levels, mechanical parts, plant monitors and housekeeping
  • Monitor and control water quality, making adjustments using the SCADA system and ensuring we adhere to environmental and health and safety regulations
  • Carry out lab analysis on samples taken from various stages of our process, create reports and make a record of all data
  • Calibration and maintenance of instruments and equipment throughout the plant
  • To undertake mechanical maintenance around the plant
  • Operated various Heavy / light machinery to complete tasks
  • Eg; telehandlers and forklift
  • On call duties working a 1 / 4 roster

Plant Operator

Dublin county council
06.2018 - 11.2019
  • Carry out regular plant inspections and walkthroughs, keeping a close eye on all chemical / tank levels, mechanical parts, plant monitors and housekeeping
  • Troubleshoot and resolve any operational issues minimizing downtime and ensuring reservoirs do not reach a low level
  • Assist with the cleaning of filters both manually and on SCADA
  • Supervise and assist with the unloading of chemical deliveries
  • Monitor SCADA to ensure all reading and levels are compliant and there are no faults
  • On call duties working a 1 / 4 roster

Skills

  • Proficiency in excel and spreadsheets
  • Knowledge of both water / waste water treatment process
  • Laboratory analysis / quality assurance
  • Vast mechanical knowledge and ability
  • Strong communicator
  • Team player
  • Organizational skills
  • Problem solving
  • Multitasking
  • Chemical Handling

References

Available upon request.

Relevantcertifications

  • FETAC, Lv6 electrical cert
  • TE Laboratory, lab technique training
  • SCADA operating system training
  • HACH, methods and maintenance training
  • Confined spaces
  • Working at heights
  • White card
  • Loader and excavator tickets

Timeline

Senior Treatment Plant Operator

VEOLIA water
09.2022 - 05.2023

Plant Operator

VEOLIA water
11.2019 - 09.2022

Plant Operator

Dublin county council
06.2018 - 11.2019

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