Water Treatment Plant Apprentice: Operate & Grow

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training program

Mentorship from experienced operators

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 advertises an Apprentice Water Treatment Plant Operator position based at a water treatment facility in Upington, Northern Cape. The role emphasizes learning to monitor water quality, operate treatment equipment, collect samples, and maintain compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

You will undergo a structured training program with mentorship from experienced operators, gaining hands-on experience and the potential for future employment within the public utilities

Qualifications

• Completed Grade 12 with Mathematics and Physical Science.
• Genuine interest in environmental science, engineering or public utilities.
• Willingness to work shifts, including weekends/public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Monitor water quality parameters (pH, turbidity, chlorine).
• Operate and maintain water treatment plant equipment.
• Perform routine inspections of plant facilities and equipment.
• Collect water samples for laboratory analysis.
• Apply treatment chemicals per procedures.
• Respond to alarms and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain operational logs and records.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Participate in training sessions and development.
• Support efficient plant operation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Physical fitness

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 (Mathematics & Physical Science)

South African ID

Job description

Placements24 advertises an Apprentice Water Treatment Plant Operator position based at a water treatment facility in Upington, Northern Cape. The role emphasizes learning to monitor water quality, operate treatment equipment, collect samples, and maintain compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

You will undergo a structured training program with mentorship from experienced operators, gaining hands-on experience and the potential for future employment within the public utilities