DI water specialist

Sova Solar Limited; Bardhaman, Paschim Bardhaman, Durgapur; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sova Solar Limited is seeking a Water Plant Manager to oversee the safe, efficient operation of the water treatment systems including WTP, DM/DI water plant, ETP, STP, and ZLD. You will ensure uninterrupted water supply to production, monitor key water quality parameters, and drive environmental compliance.

The role requires supervision of maintenance crews, coordination with cross-functional teams, and ongoing optimization of processes, with a focus on safety, records, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of WTP, DI Water Plant, ETP, STP, and ZLD systems.
• Ensure continuous supply of treated and DI water to production.
• Monitor water quality parameters such as pH, conductivity, TDS, silica, hardness, and TOC.
• Ensure compliance with CPCB/SPCB environmental regulations.
• Optimize chemical consumption and operating costs.
• Supervise preventive and breakdown maintenance of pumps, valves, filters, RO systems, UF systems, ion exchange units, and associated equipment.
• Monitor PLC/SCADA systems and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Maintain all statutory records, operation logs, and maintenance reports.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and environmental teams.
• Manage vendors, contractors, and annual maintenance contracts (AMCs).
• Prepare budgets for chemicals, consumables, and spare parts.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for plant failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure workplace safety and adherence to HSE standards.
• Train and supervise operators and maintenance technicians.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant efficiency and reduce water consumption.

Job description

Department - Utilities / Operations

Reporting To - Plant Head / Operations Manager

Job Summary

The Water Plant Manager is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all water treatment systems, including Raw Water Treatment Plant (WTP), Demineralized (DM/DI) Water Plant, Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems. The role ensures compliance with environmental regulations while maintaining uninterrupted water supply for plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operation of WTP, DI Water Plant, ETP, STP, and ZLD systems.
• Ensure continuous supply of treated and DI water to production.
• Monitor water quality parameters such as pH, conductivity, TDS, silica, hardness, and TOC.
• Ensure compliance with CPCB/SPCB environmental regulations.
• Optimize chemical consumption and operating costs.
• Supervise preventive and breakdown maintenance of pumps, valves, filters, RO systems, UF systems, ion exchange units, and associated equipment.
• Monitor PLC/SCADA systems and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Maintain all statutory records, operation logs, and maintenance reports.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and environmental teams.
• Manage vendors, contractors, and annual maintenance contracts (AMCs).
• Prepare budgets for chemicals, consumables, and spare parts.
• Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for plant failures and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure workplace safety and adherence to HSE standards.
• Train and supervise operators and maintenance technicians.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve plant efficiency and reduce water consumption.