IETP Engineer

Pentas Flora Management Services Sdn Bhd; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentas Flora Management Services Sdn Bhd is hiring for an Industrial Effluent Treatment Plant (IETP) Operator to supervise and optimize wastewater treatment processes.

The role requires handling primary to tertiary stages, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining detailed process records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering (Environmental preferred).
• EHS / Water & Wastewater Treatment certification is an added advantage.
• CePIETSO-PCP or CePIETSO-BP competent person.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor IETP processes including primary, secondary, tertiary, and sludge treatment systems.
• Ensure continuous compliance with CPCB/SPCB pollution control norms.
• Monitor influent and effluent parameters (pH, COD, BOD, TSS, TDS, oil & grease, heavy metals).
• Maintain daily logs, process records, and operational checklists.
• Process control and optimization: optimize chemical dosing.
• Troubleshoot process upsets and implement corrective actions.
• Plan and coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance of pumps, blowers, diffusers, clarifiers, filters, and dosing systems.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation teams; ensure availability of spares and chemicals.
• Prepare and submit reports to Pollution Control Boards and other regulatory authorities; maintain consent records; support audits.
• Enforce safety procedures and PPE usage; conduct risk assessments and emergency drills; supervise staff; train on SOPs.

Skills

Wastewater treatment

Process control

Safety compliance

P&ID reading

Shift readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Operate and monitor IETP processes including primary, secondary, tertiary, and sludge treatment systems.

Ensure continuous compliance with CPCB/SPCB pollution control norms.

Monitor influent and effluent parameters such as pH, COD, BOD, TSS, TDS, oil & grease, and heavy metals.

Maintain daily logs, process records, and operational checklists.

Process Control & Optimization

Optimize chemical dosing (coagulants, flocculants, nutrients, neutralizing agents).

Improve treatment efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Troubleshoot process upsets and implement corrective actions.

Maintenance & Asset Management

Plan and coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance of pumps, blowers, diffusers, clarifiers, filters, and dosing systems.

Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation teams.

Ensure availability of spares and chemicals.

Compliance & Documentation

Prepare and submit reports to Pollution Control Boards and other regulatory authorities.

Maintain records related to consent conditions, audits, and inspections.

Support internal and external environmental audits.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

Ensure safe handling and storage of chemicals.

Enforce safety procedures and PPE usage in the IETP area.

Conduct risk assessments and emergency response drills related to effluent treatment.

Supervise operators and technicians.

Train staff on SOPs, safety, and best operational practices.

Coordinate with vendors for chemicals, equipment servicing, and AMC activities.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering / Environmental Engineering / Mechanical Engineering (Environmental preferred).

Certification in EHS / Water & Wastewater Treatment is an added advantage.

CePIETSO-PCP or CePIETSO-BP competent person.

1–3 years of experience in operating and maintaining Industrial Effluent Treatment Plants.

Experience in industries such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, textiles, food processing, power, or manufacturing preferred.

Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes and chemistry.

Knowledge of environmental laws, CPCB/SPCB norms, and consent conditions.

Familiarity with laboratory testing and interpretation of results.

Ability to read P&IDs and equipment manuals.

Basic knowledge of MS Excel, reporting, and data analysis.

Able to work in shift working hours.

PENTAS FLORA is a leading scheduled waste management company committed to sustainable resource recovery. We specialise in transforming hazardous waste streams into valuable resources, producing high-quality re-refined base oil, fuel oil, and a range of other reusable materials. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, we leverage innovation and cutting-edge technology to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource value. Our 'cradle to cradle' philosophy underpins our commitment to responsible waste management practices, driving a cleaner, greener future. Partner with us to contribute to a more sustainable world.

PENTAS FLORA is a leading scheduled waste management company committed to sustainable resource recovery. We specialise in transforming hazardous waste streams into valuable resources, producing high-quality re-refined base oil, fuel oil, and a range of other reusable materials. Dedicated to environmental stewardship, we leverage innovation and cutting-edge technology to minimise environmental impact and maximise resource value. Our 'cradle to cradle' philosophy underpins our commitment to responsible waste management practices, driving a cleaner, greener future. Partner with us to contribute to a more sustainable world.