Water Treatment Plant Operator

Seder Group Trading and Contracting; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Seder Group Trading and Contracting in Riyadh seeks an experienced Water Treatment Plant Operator to monitor and control treatment processes, run SCADA systems, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

The role requires at least 5 years in municipal water treatment, plus a high school diploma and a Water Treatment Plant Operator certification. You will conduct water quality testing, adjust chemical feed rates, and maintain logs and equipment to support reliable plant performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's degree in environmental science preferred.
• Possession of a valid Water Treatment Plant Operator certification is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water treatment plant operation, with hands-on process experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control water treatment processes using SCADA systems, ensuring optimal performance of plant equipment.
• Perform routine inspections of pumps, filters, clarifiers, and related equipment; identify malfunctions proactively.
• Conduct water quality testing and adjust chemical feed rates and treatment processes accordingly.
• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, logs, chemical usage, and maintenance in compliance with regulations.

Skills

SCADA operation

Regulatory compliance

Water treatment knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in environmental science

Tools

SCADA instrumentation

Instrumentation maintenance

Job description

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control water treatment processes using SCADA systems, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency of all plant equipment.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment (pumps, filters, clarifiers, etc.) and identify any malfunctions or maintenance needs proactively.
• Conduct water quality testing and analysis, interpreting results to make informed adjustments to chemical feed rates and treatment processes.
• Maintain accurate records of plant operations, including daily logs, chemical usage, and maintenance activities in compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate's degree in environmental science or a related field is preferred.
• Possession of a valid Water Treatment Plant Operator certification, issued by a recognized regulatory agency, is mandatory.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the operation of a water treatment plant, with hands‑on experience in all aspects of the treatment process.
• Experience in municipal water treatment operations is preferred.