Water Treatment Utility Technician

SPENCER OGDEN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international water technology provider is hiring a Water Treatment Utility Technician for their semiconductor plant in Woodlands, Singapore. The role involves maintaining ultra-pure water systems, conducting routine diagnostics, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This position offers opportunities for growth in utility engineering and stability in a long-term project.

Benefits

Stable long-term project

Exposure to advanced water treatment technologies

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience operating utility or water treatment systems.
• Familiar with SCADA/HMI interfaces and interpreting live alarms.
• Comfortable working around valves and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage ultra-pure water systems and assist with daily troubleshooting.
• Respond to alarms and perform diagnostics for equipment issues.
• Conduct routine maintenance of sensors and analyzers.

Skills

SCADA/HMI interfaces

Communication skills

Calibration

Mechanical work

Electrical work

Education

ITE/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Opportunity: Water Treatment Utility Technician – Semiconductor Plant (North Singapore)

Location: Woodlands, Singapore
Contract Duration: 2 Years (renewable or convertible to full-time)
Start Date: Immediate
Working Hours:

• Sunday to Thursday, 8:00am – 5:30pm
• OR Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00am – 5:30pm

About the Role

A leading international water technology and utility services provider is seeking a Technician to support water treatment operations for a high-tech semiconductor manufacturing facility in Woodlands. You will be part of a dedicated onsite team responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient performance of ultra-pure water (UPW) systems and associated instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-shift system technician for ultra-pure water systems; assist with daily troubleshooting to minimize process interruptions.
• Respond to SCADA/HMI alarms and perform first-line diagnostics and escalation for equipment and instrumentation issues.
• Support the client’s water treatment team in daily operations, including routine monitoring, inspections, and corrective tasks.
• Conduct routine calibration and maintenance of sensors and analyzers (e.g., pH, conductivity, chlorine).
• Review and log operational data using digital tools and generate shift reports.
• Under supervision, use SCADA to carry out rotational tasks like ON/OFF of pumps, adjusting system setpoints, suppressing alarms, and rotating standby equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical/electrical work: opening/closing valves, isolating systems, and executing Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO) procedures for maintenance.
• Prepare systems to return to service post-maintenance, ensuring all parameters are restored correctly.
• Comply with EHS, LOTO, confined space, and cleanroom safety procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• ITE/Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Chemical Engineering
• 1–3 years of experience operating utility or water treatment systems in a plant environment
• Familiar with SCADA/HMI interfaces and interpreting live system alarms
• Basic understanding of RO, UF, EDI, filters, WWTP or similar process water systems
• Comfortable working around valves, instrumentation, and rotating equipment
• Able to read and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and equipment manuals
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and able to complete shift reports and digital logs
• Strong communication skills in English (spoken & written)

Preferred Qualifications (Added Advantages)

• 2–5 years of experience in UPW or semiconductor plant utilities
• Priorexperience working at semiconductor fabs or high-purity water systems
• Knowledge of cleanroom protocols, facility maintenance, and SCADA troubleshooting
• Experience working under client-based operation teams, shift managers, or facility leads
• Certifications in WSH, chemical handling, confined space, or LOTO would be a bonus

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a stable, long-term project at a globally recognized manufacturing facility
• Work with a collaborative and experienced team supporting critical infrastructure
• Gain exposure to advanced water treatment technologies in a high-compliance environment
• Opportunity to grow into long-term, full-time utility engineering roles

Apply now if you’re passionate about plant operations and are ready to take your utilities or water treatment career to the next level!