Water Treatment Plant Manager - Lead Ops & Compliance

University of Fort Hare; Bethal; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution seeks an experienced Plant Manager to oversee the operations of a water treatment facility in Bethal, Mpumalanga. The ideal candidate will have a BSc/BEng in Chemical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience managing advanced water treatment plants. Responsibilities include ensuring optimal plant performance and compliance, as well as managing personnel and contractors. Strong technical knowledge in water treatment processes is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience operating and managing advanced water treatment plants.
• Proven leadership and operational management experience.
• Experience in managing plant assets and understanding plant health.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full operational function of a water treatment facility.
• Ensure reliable plant performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Manage teams, contractors, and processes to meet operational, technical, and client requirements.

Skills

Leadership

MS Office proficiency

Technical background in softening

Technical background in ultrafiltration

Technical background in reverse osmosis

Education

BSc / BEng in Chemical Engineering

Job description

A reputable educational institution seeks an experienced Plant Manager to oversee the operations of a water treatment facility in Bethal, Mpumalanga. The ideal candidate will have a BSc/BEng in Chemical Engineering and at least 3 years of experience managing advanced water treatment plants. Responsibilities include ensuring optimal plant performance and compliance, as well as managing personnel and contractors. Strong technical knowledge in water treatment processes is essential.