Plant Manager (Wastewater Treatment)

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm in Singapore seeks a Waste Treatment Operations Manager to oversee operations ensuring safety compliance, efficient processing, and team management. This role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental or Chemical Engineering along with 7-10 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in management. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, enforcing safety protocols, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary with additional bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years in waste treatment or industrial plant operations.
• At least 3 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of treatment systems and specialized waste equipment.

Responsibilities

• Enforce a zero-harm culture through safety audits and briefings.
• Manage daily operations to meet waste processing targets.
• Plan shift schedules and oversee manpower deployment.
• Implement and maintain 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Lead initiatives to improve performance and reduce waste.

Skills

EHS compliance management

Operations management

Team leadership

Technical troubleshooting

Continuous improvement initiatives

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Salary & Benefits

• Basic: $5,000 - $7,000 + Variable Bonus

Working Hours

• Mon - Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
• Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm

Location

• Jurong East

Responsibilities

• Safety & EHS Compliance
  • Enforce a zero-harm culture through safety audits, incident investigations, timely closure of findings, and regular safety briefings.
  • Ensure all plant activities comply with EHS regulations and permit requirements.
• Operations & Plant Uptime
  • Manage daily operations to meet/exceed waste processing throughput targets.
  • Coordinate preventive maintenance with the Maintenance team to minimize unplanned downtime.
  • Provide technical troubleshooting and guidance on treatment systems/equipment (e.g., pumps, clarifiers, filters, chemical dosing/feed systems).
• Manpower & Team Management
  • Plan shift schedules and manpower deployment to ensure 24/7 or optimal operational coverage.
  • Identify skill gaps and conduct technical/safety training for operators.
  • Set staff KPIs and perform regular performance evaluations.
  • Manage and supervise foreign worker teams.
• Housekeeping & Facility Standards
  • Implement and maintain 5S and strong housekeeping standards.
  • Ensure chemical stocks, tools, and spare parts are properly stored and readily available.
• Record Keeping & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate plant logs, discharge quality reports, maintenance records, and safety documentation.
  • Prepare weekly/monthly KPI reports (e.g., cost-per-ton processed, chemical usage, plant efficiency).
• Continuous Improvement
  • Lead initiatives to reduce chemical consumption, energy usage, and waste-to-landfill ratios.
  • Stay updated on new treatment technologies and propose upgrades to improve performance and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 7-10 years in waste treatment/industrial plant operations, including 3+ years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of physical/chemical/biological treatment systems and specialized waste equipment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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