Water Treatment Plant Operator at FOAK Business Solutions Limited

Job Purpose

• Reporting to the Supervisor, the Water Treatment Plant Operator maintains the water plant. This includes maintaining the water treatment plant and facilities.
• The delivery of safe and clean water is vital to the safety and health of the client.
• Failure to provide adequate services will jeopardize the health of the client.
• Failure to meet regulatory and water quality standards will significantly jeopardize the health and well-being of clients and may result in liability for the company.
• Failure to deal with clients and the public courteously and respectfully will lead to complaints concerning company service.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the treatment plant systems
• Maintain and operate the filtering and chemical treatment processes
• Inspect, service, and repair components of the water treatment plant including water intakes, pipes, water storage vessels, chemical treatment equipment controls, circulation pumps, boilers, heat exchangers, and valves
• Ensure an adequate supply of water for human consumption and other activities
• Prepare work orders for servicing and repairs
• Arrange for significant repairs
• Inspect the treatment plant systems every week to ensure effective operations
• Visit client locations as stipulated in the works time-table
• A Keep a daily log
• Work on a standby Rota
• Assist with the completion of necessary reports as requested.

Requirements

• Candidates should possess B.Sc Degrees with 2 - 3 years relevant work experience.

Technical Skills:

• Water and sanitation systems management
• Water sampling and testing techniques
• Inspection procedures
• Building maintenance
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, heating, and electrical systems
• Water plant operation and maintenance including pumps, valves, chemical treatment systems, etc.
• Water and sewer distribution and collection systems including pipes, water mains, manholes, hydrants, etc.
• Applicable bylaws and procedures
• Use of computer systems for standard software packages such as e-mail, Word and Excel, PDA devices.