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