Chemical Engineer - Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); Vor Ort; USD 54.000 - 78.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Chemical Engineer to manage and operate an industrial wastewater treatment plant at an East London facility. The role requires strong knowledge of water chemistry, environmental regulations, and hands-on troubleshooting of plant equipment.

The successful candidate will monitor processes, optimize chemical dosing, and implement improvements to ensure compliant, efficient operations while maintaining thorough records and safety protocols.

Qualifikationen

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in industrial wastewater treatment operations is essential.
• Strong understanding of water chemistry and environmental regulations.

Aufgaben

• Oversee daily operations of the industrial wastewater treatment plant.
• Ensure compliance with local and national environmental regulations and permits.
• Optimize chemical treatment processes to achieve required effluent quality.
• Conduct regular testing and analysis of wastewater influent and effluent.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with treatment equipment.
• Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare performance reports.
• Manage inventory of treatment chemicals and coordinate with suppliers.
• Adhere to health and safety procedures.

Kenntnisse

Chemical Engineering

Water Chemistry

Troubleshooting

Regulatory Compliance

Team Collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Laboratory Instruments

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a large industrial facility, is seeking a dedicated Chemical Engineer to manage and operate their industrial wastewater treatment plant in East London, Eastern Cape. This role is vital for ensuring compliance with stringent environmental regulations and maintaining the optimal performance of the treatment processes. You will be responsible for monitoring plant operations, optimizing chemical dosing, troubleshooting equipment, and implementing process improvements. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of wastewater treatment technologies, water chemistry, and environmental compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to environmental stewardship within a key industrial hub in East London.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the industrial wastewater treatment plant, including monitoring key process parameters.
• Ensure all operations comply with local and national environmental regulations and discharge permits.
• Optimize chemical treatment processes (coagulation, flocculation, disinfection, etc.) to achieve required effluent quality.
• Conduct regular testing and analysis of wastewater influent and effluent.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with treatment equipment (pumps, filters, clarifiers, etc.).
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and minimize environmental impact.
• Maintain accurate operational records and prepare regular performance reports.
• Manage inventory of treatment chemicals and coordinate with suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety procedures within the wastewater treatment facility.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial wastewater treatment plant operations or management.
• Good understanding of various wastewater treatment technologies (e.g., activated sludge, MBR, physical/chemical treatment).
• Knowledge of water chemistry and analytical methods for water quality assessment.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations pertaining to industrial wastewater discharge.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be legally authorized to work in South Africa.
• This role requires a full-time, on-site commitment at the East London facility.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, medical aid coverage, and a provident fund contribution.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in water treatment technologies are provided.
• The company is committed to environmental sustainability and offers a stable working environment in East London.
• You will work with essential infrastructure and contribute to critical environmental protection efforts.