Job Description

Multiskilled Operator - (Industrial Wastewater Treatment)

Job Purpose:

To operate, monitor, and maintain ETP equipment and processes to ensure effective treatment of effluent in compliance with regulatory norms. As a multiskilled operator, the role requires handling both operations and maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems to achieve safe, efficient, and reliable plant performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Operations & Monitoring

Operate ETP units (screening, equalization, aeration, clarifiers, filters, RO/ZLD units, sludge handling, etc.). Monitor and control process parameters (flow, pH, COD, BOD, TSS, DO, MLSS, etc.). Carry out sampling, basic water quality testing, and maintain log sheets. Operate and monitor control systems/SCADA/DCS (if applicable). Maintenance & Troubleshooting Perform mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation maintenance (lubrication, pump checks, valve operation, blower inspection, etc.). Identify and report faults, support breakdown maintenance, and assist in preventive maintenance activities. Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition.

Safety & Compliance

Follow safety procedures for chemical handling, confined space entry, and equipment operation, as per company BPS. Ensure compliance with statutory and environmental regulations. Report unsafe conditions, near-misses, or incidents immediately. Housekeeping & Support Maintain cleanliness and orderliness in plant areas. Assist in chemical preparation, dosing, and sludge dewatering operations. Support continuous improvement activities to enhance plant efficiency. Documentation & Reporting Record operational data, maintenance activities, and shift observations in logbooks. Report abnormalities, breakdowns, and corrective actions to supervisors. Ensure proper handover/takeover at shift change.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education: Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Instrumentation Engineering desirable. Experience: 2-5 years in Utility operations (preferred). Multiskilled maintenance exposure is desirable.

Technical Skills:

Knowledge of wastewater treatment processes. Hands-on experience with pumps, blowers, valves, dosing systems, and instrumentation. Basic troubleshooting of electrical/mechanical equipment. Ability to conduct routine lab tests (pH, COD, BOD, TDS).

Soft Skills:

Teamwork and communication. Safety consciousness. Problem-solving ability. * Flexibility to work shifts.