ob Summary
We are looking for a responsible Utility / STP / ETP Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), and associated utility systems. The candidate will ensure proper wastewater treatment, monitor plant parameters, maintain operational records, and follow environmental, safety, and company compliance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
1. STP Operation (Sewage Treatment Plant)
- Operate and monitor STP equipment and treatment processes.
- Monitor sewage collection, aeration, settling, filtration, and disinfection systems as applicable.
- Operate pumps, blowers, mixers, and associated equipment.
- Monitor pH, flow, dissolved oxygen (DO), and other operating parameters as required.
- Check treated water quality and report abnormal readings.
- Ensure proper sludge handling and disposal as per approved procedures.
2. ETP Operation (Effluent Treatment Plant)
- Operate and monitor ETP equipment for industrial wastewater treatment.
- Handle wastewater collection, equalization, neutralization, coagulation, flocculation, and clarification processes as applicable.
- Monitor pH, flow rate, chemical dosing, and other process parameters.
- Operate dosing pumps, transfer pumps, agitators, filters, and related equipment.
- Monitor sludge generation, dewatering, and disposal activities.
- Report treatment abnormalities and support corrective actions under supervisor guidance.
3. Utility Equipment Operation
- Operate and monitor pumps, blowers, compressors, pipelines, valves, and water treatment equipment.
- Conduct routine inspections and check for leakage, vibration, unusual noise, and overheating.
- Assist in operating cooling systems and other plant utilities when assigned.
- Ensure the availability and proper functioning of utility equipment.
- Coordinate with maintenance personnel for preventive maintenance and breakdown repairs.
4. Water Quality Monitoring and Chemical Handling
- Collect wastewater and treated-water samples as per the sampling schedule.
- Perform routine checks using available testing equipment and approved procedures.
- Handle treatment chemicals such as acids, alkalis, coagulants, and disinfectants safely.
- Follow chemical dosing instructions and maintain chemical consumption records.
- Coordinate with the laboratory team for testing and analysis.
5. Documentation and Environmental Compliance
- Maintain daily STP/ETP logbooks, operating readings, and chemical consumption records.
- Record water flow, pH, equipment status, sludge generation, and other required parameters.
- Report abnormal results, equipment breakdowns, and treatment process deviations.
- Follow applicable environmental regulations, company procedures, and discharge requirements.
- Support environmental audits, inspections, and documentation requirements.
6. Safety and Housekeeping
- Follow PPE requirements and chemical-handling procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping in the STP/ETP area.
- Follow permit-to-work and confined-space safety procedures wherever applicable.
- Report unsafe conditions, chemical spills, leaks, and equipment faults.
- Ensure safe handling and storage of chemicals and sludge.
Required Qualifications
- ITI / Diploma in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or a related technical discipline, or 12th Pass with relevant operational experience.
- 13 years of experience in STP, ETP, or industrial utility operations.
- Basic knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and plant equipment.
- Understanding of pH monitoring, chemical dosing, pumps, blowers, and filtration systems.
- Knowledge of environmental compliance and chemical safety is preferred.