Plant Operator

About the role

The Plant Operator supports safe and efficient plant operations by monitoring equipment, conducting routine inspections, recording data, and assisting with process monitoring and maintenance. The role ensures compliance with operational, quality, and HSE procedures while helping the plant meet production targets.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor local operating parameters and equipment status.
• Perform routine inspections of pumps, valves, filters, membranes, chemical dosing systems and auxiliary equipment.
• Execute plant start‑up, shutdown and equipment changeovers following procedures.
• Record operational data, readings and events in log sheets and shift reports.
• Assist in process monitoring, troubleshooting and support maintenance teams during planned and corrective work.
• Carry out basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubrication and minor repairs.
• Collect water samples, support laboratory testing and monitor water quality parameters.
• Ensure the plant meets production and quality targets while adhering to HSE standards.

Required profile

• Diploma or Technical Certificate in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Process or Water Treatment Engineering.
• Typically 3–4 years of experience in RO desalination, water treatment, wastewater treatment or related process industries.
• Familiarity with HSE procedures, permit‑to‑work systems and good housekeeping practices.

Required skills

• Operation and monitoring of RO membranes.
• Pretreatment system monitoring.
• Chemical dosing system operation.
• Water sampling and laboratory testing.
• Equipment inspection and basic maintenance.