types of digesters
This includes the stationary and rotary steam digesters, which cook wood chips in an acid solution to make pulp for use in the manufacture of paper.
Anaerobic digestion plant operators oversee and maintain the process of breaking down organic matter in the absence of oxygen, such as food waste, to produce biogas. They monitor the performance and are responsible for troubleshooting any issues might arise during the process, conducting regular inspections.
Competences and skills
19 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
3 competencesmaintain biogas plant
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment which treats energy crops and waste from farms, called anaerobic digesters. Ensure the equipment functions correctly in the transformation of biomass to biogas which is used for the generation of heat and electricity.
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manage bioreactors
Manage the bioreactors used in the fermentation process and cell culture, by setting them up, operate them and perform minor maintenance operations.
operate biogas plant
Operate equipment which treats energy crops and waste from farms, called anaerobic digesters. Ensure the equipment functions correctly in the transformation of biomass to biogas which is used for the generation of heat and electricity.
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Sector-specific
2 competencesdevelop biocatalytic processes
Develop fuels or fine chemicals from biomass by using microorganisms such as enzymes or yeast.
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dispose food waste
Dispose or collect food waste with the purpose of recycling or throwing away from the production process. Follow established procedures for their disposal taking care of the environment and the safety matters according to legislations.
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Cross-sector
5 competencesapply health and safety standards
Adhere to standards of hygiene and safety established by respective authorities.
conduct quality control analysis
Conduct inspections and tests of services, processes, or products to evaluate quality.
follow safety precautions in work practices
Apply principles, policies and institutional regulations aimed at guaranteeing a safe work place for all employees.
monitor plant production
Monitor plant processes and efficiency set-up to ensure the maximum output of production levels.
troubleshoot
Identify operating problems, decide what to do about it and report accordingly.
Optional knowledge 1 competence
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencefermentation processes of food
Conversion of carbohydrates into alcohol and carbon dioxide. This process happens using bacteria or yeasts, or a combination of the two under anaerobic conditions. Food fermentation is also involved in the process of leavening bread and the process of producing lactic acid in foods such as dry sausages, sauerkraut, yogurt, pickles, and kimchi.
- Scope note
- Occasionally, the term fermentation may also include the chemical conversion of sugars into ethanol. This process is used to make beer, wine, and cider.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional skills and competences 7 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencesupervise biofilter systems
Supervise biofilter systems used to control water and air pollution.
Sector-specific
2 competencesdispose non-food waste within the food industry
Dispose non-food waste within the food industry applying environmentally accepted procedures to dispose it.
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sterilise fermentation tanks
Sterilise workspaces and equipment using hoses, scrapers, brushes, or chemical solutions.
Cross-sector
4 competencesadhere to standards of national and international safety programmes
Comply with national and international safety standards, e.g. in aviation. Adhere to standards of national and international safety programmes.
develop food waste reduction strategies
Develop policies such as staff meal or food redistribution to reduce, reuse and recycle food waste where possible. This includes reviewing purchasing policies to identify areas for reducing food waste, e.g., quantities and quality of food products.
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oversee quality control
Monitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.
record production data for quality control
Keep records of the machine's faults, interventions and irregularities for quality control.