Sewage Treatment Plant Operator

This role involves conducting maintenance and repairs on machinery, equipment, pipeline systems, and the clearance of sewers through sewerage systems to ensure the efficient and safe operation of sewage treatment infrastructures, following environmental regulations.

The various systems addressed in this position encompass sewage treatment plant systems, sewer reticulation lines, pumps, stabilization ponds, and lifting stations.

Key Responsibilities include:

Undertake new connections, re-connections, and minor extensions.

Superintend, operate, and monitor control systems and related equipment according to specific SOP.

Routine maintenance of the sewerage infrastructure as per the maintenance schedule.

Record and maintain data, and provide accurate, insightful, and timely reports, memos, and presentations.

Repair malfunctions, breakages, or leaks on piping systems, install, secure, weld, assemble, and lubricate moving parts

Measure and cut pipes according to requirements for new construction and maintenance projects

Operate and maintain treatment systems and ensure it is in good working condition and certification standards are maintained.

Have a thorough knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunction.

Have a working knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair.

Ensure compliance with all regulations and perform appropriate follow-ups.

Promote safety practices at the workplace.

Maintain Good Housekeeping of the Sewage Treatment Plant

Requirements

Hard skills and experience:

Higher National Diploma/Technical College Degree or undergraduate degree in mechanical engineering, civil engineering (Water), Environmental Science, or other related studies from a recognized institution.

Should have 3 - 5 years of proven working experience in an industrial-scale sewage treatment

Should have the ability to read blueprints and design drawings

Must have hands-on experience in the machinery operation and preventive maintenance of sewerage systems.

Good understanding of principles and procedures of sewage treatment and disposal, and wastewater treatment and collection.

Proficiency in the use of MS excel and can interpret drawings.

Ability to work well in frequently changing and dynamic environments

Good reporting skills.

Soft skills:

Mature, pragmatic, and flexible.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Rigorous and organized approach.

Good attention to detail.

Ability to work with dangerous chemicals and knowledge of health and safety guidelines for chemical handling and heavy machinery.

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Hands-on, ready to roll up the sleeves.

Ability to work in shifts and do overtime hours

Ability to multi-task, establish priorities, and maintain organization in a rapidly changing environment.

Personal characteristics:

High energy;

Result-oriented;

Strong work ethic;

Good communication skill

Desire to live and work in Epe, Lagos.

Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Alaro City on jobs.workable.com to apply

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