Water Treatment Chemist

AJE

1. Plant Operations & Process Control

• Monitor the performance of industrial wastewater treatment and boiler systems, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring continuous optimization.
• Maintain accurate operational data, prepare regulatory compliance reports, and ensure adherence to environmental standards.
• Recommend process adjustments such as chemical dosing, aeration rates, and other treatment parameters to achieve optimal efficiency and meet discharge limits.
• Work closely with plant operators to implement process changes and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Train and supervise operators on sampling methods, laboratory analysis, safety procedures, and operational best practices.
• Collect and analyze wastewater samples to measure pollutant levels including BOD, COD, TSS, and pH.
• Track chemical stocks, manage inventory, and initiate purchase requests when required.
• Oversee wastewater plant equipment and perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, conduct routine troubleshooting, and report malfunctions.

2. Water & Wastewater Treatment Expertise

• Conduct analytical testing of raw and treated wastewater, streams, sludge, and by-products to evaluate treatment efficiency and ensure compliance with water pollution control requirements.
• Perform tests including settleable solids, suspended solids, total solids, volatile solids, volatile acids, alkalinity, pH, dissolved oxygen demand, turbidity, and others using standard laboratory equipment.
• Recommend updates or improvements to laboratory procedures and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Lead and guide laboratory personnel in standard testing techniques and quality-control procedures.