Job description

Manage and oversee the operations of the SWRO plant utilizing DCS/SCADA platforms.
Regulate key plant systems including intake, pretreatment, DAF, ultrafiltration, high-pressure pumps, RO trains, chemical dosing, and water distribution.
Monitor system alerts and operational anomalies, implementing appropriate corrective measures to ensure steady plant performance.

Document operational metrics and compile comprehensive shift reports.
Supervise water quality indicators and analyze trends affecting plant efficiency.
Maintain precise and current operational logs for reference and future analysis.

Collaborate closely with field operators during startup, shutdown, and emergency plant procedures.
Oversee and guide field operations remotely from the control room.
Relay operational modifications to maintenance and operations teams for smooth workflow.

Provide assistance to maintenance staff during fault analysis and equipment isolation tasks.
Engage in instrumentation and process equipment calibration activities.
Contribute to routine preventive maintenance efforts to enhance plant reliability.

Adhere strictly to health, safety, and environmental standards including permit-to-work processes.
Ensure all operations meet environmental guidelines and water quality standards.
Promptly report any irregular conditions or safety concerns.

Possess a Diploma or Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Process Technology, or Water Treatment Technology.
Alternatively, candidates with technical or trade certifications and relevant desalination experience are considered.
Have 3 to 5 years or more experience in operating large-scale SWRO desalination (50 MLD+) or water/wastewater treatment plants, process industries like chemical, power, or oil & gas.
Experienced in operating control systems like DCS, SCADA, and PLC.
Solid understanding of water treatment chemistry and related chemical dosing systems.

Process Controller / Control Room Operator (CCR Operator)