IETS Wastewater Technician – Plant Operations

CS SYNNOVATE SERVICE SDN BHD; Iskandar Puteri; On-site; MYR 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

CS SYNNOVATE SERVICE SDN BHD seeks a wastewater treatment operator to monitor and control plant equipment, perform rounds, collect samples, and ensure optimal performance.

Requires a diploma/technical qualification in environmental/chemical/mechanical engineering with 1–3 years of plant experience preferred; CePIETSO is a plus. Training is provided for applicants with no experience; shift work may be required.

Qualifications

• Diploma, Certificate, or Technical qualification in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience operating a wastewater treatment plant is preferred.
• Knowledge of biological, chemical, and physical wastewater treatment processes.
• Certified Environmental Professional in Industrial Effluent Treatment Systems (CePIETSO) certification is an added advantage.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and wastewater discharge standards.
• Basic understanding of laboratory testing and water quality analysis.
• Ability to read and interpret operating manuals, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and control wastewater treatment plant equipment across all unit processes and operations.
• Conduct regular plant rounds and inspections; observe process conditions and record data.
• Control key process parameters (pH, DO, COD, BOD, TSS, SV30, turbidity, flow rates, etc.).
• Collect wastewater samples and perform or support laboratory testing and quality analysis.
• Identify process or equipment issues; troubleshoot and coordinate with maintenance.
• Maintain accurate logs of data, test results, inspections, and regulatory records.
• Perform other related duties as assigned; training provided for newcomers.

Skills

System Operations

Routine Inspections

Parameter Monitoring

Water Sampling

Troubleshooting

Record Keeping

Operating Manuals

Education

Diploma/Certificate in Environmental/Chemical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

CS SYNNOVATE SERVICE SDN BHD seeks a wastewater treatment operator to monitor and control plant equipment, perform rounds, collect samples, and ensure optimal performance.

Requires a diploma/technical qualification in environmental/chemical/mechanical engineering with 1–3 years of plant experience preferred; CePIETSO is a plus. Training is provided for applicants with no experience; shift work may be required.