Multiskilled Operator - (Industrial Wastewater Treatment)
Job Purpose:
To operate, monitor, and maintain ETP equipment and processes to ensure effective treatment of effluent in compliance with regulatory norms. As a multiskilled operator, the role requires handling both operations and maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems to achieve safe, efficient, and reliable plant performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Operations & Monitoring
* Operate ETP units (screening, equalization, aeration, clarifiers, filters, RO/ZLD units, sludge handling, etc.).
* Monitor and control process parameters (flow, pH, COD, BOD, TSS, DO, MLSS, etc.).
* Carry out sampling, basic water quality testing, and maintain log sheets.
* Operate and monitor control systems/SCADA/DCS (if applicable).
* Maintenance & Troubleshooting
* Perform mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance (lubrication, pump checks, valve operation, blower inspection, etc.).
* Identify and report faults, support breakdown maintenance, and assist in preventive maintenance activities.
* Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition.
Safety & Compliance
* Follow safety procedures for chemical handling, confined space entry, and equipment operation, as per company BPS.
* Ensure compliance with statutory and environmental regulations.
* Report unsafe conditions, near-misses, or incidents immediately.
* Housekeeping & Support
* Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in plant areas.
* Assist in chemical preparation, dosing, and sludge dewatering operations.
* Support continuous improvement activities to enhance plant efficiency.
* Documentation & Reporting
* Record operational data, maintenance activities, and shift observations in logbooks.
* Report abnormalities, breakdowns, and corrective actions to supervisors.
* Ensure proper handover/takeover at shift change.
Qualifications & Skills:
* Education: Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Instrumentation Engineering desirable.
* Experience: 2-5 years in Utility operations (preferred). Multiskilled maintenance exposure is desirable.
Technical Skills:
* Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes.
* Hands-on experience with pumps, blowers, valves, dosing systems, and instrumentation.
* Basic troubleshooting of electrical/mechanical equipment.
* Ability to conduct routine lab tests (pH, COD, BOD, TDS).
Soft Skills:
* Teamwork and communication.
* Safety consciousness.
* Problem-solving ability.
* Flexibility to work shifts.