Water Engineer at Emzor Pharmaceutical Industries Limited

ROLE SUMMARY

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Water Engineer to oversee the day-to-day management, maintenance, and operational efficiency of all physical infrastructure and support services within the pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role is critical in ensuring a safe, functional, and compliant plant environment that enables uninterrupted operations and supports staff well-being.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the operation and maintenance of all water systems including Raw Water, Reverse Osmosis (RO), Deionization, PW, WFI, and Clean Steam.
• Monitor system performance and water quality parameters to ensure compliance with GMP and pharmacopeial standards (USP, BP).
• Manage the generation, storage, and distribution of PW/WFI systems in the production areas.
• Conduct periodic validation, qualification, and sampling of water systems in line with QA/QC protocols.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance of equipment such as pumps, UV sterilizers, filtration systems, tanks, and piping.
• Investigate system deviations, troubleshoot faults, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain proper documentation including logbooks, SOPs, water quality records, and maintenance reports.
• Support the installation and commissioning of new water-related equipment and utilities.
• Liaise with QA, Production, Maintenance, and HSE teams to ensure uninterrupted and compliant utility service.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• B.Eng/B.Tech in Water Resources Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years\' experience in pharmaceutical, food, or beverage manufacturing with strong exposure to Purified Water/WFI systems.
• Strong knowledge of water purification technologies – Reverse Osmosis, Electro-Deionization, Distillation, etc.
• Familiarity with GMP, validation protocols, and NAFDAC/WHO regulations.
• Experience with SCADA, PLCs, and automated control systems is an added advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Technical expertise in water systems design, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious.
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams.
• Good communication and time management skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Full-time, onsite role based at our Sagamu facility.
• May occasionally require extended hours or weekend availability during critical maintenance or validation activities.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment with clear career growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical insurance, pension, and other employee benefits.