Our client, a reputable leader in the Agricultural sector, is looking to recruit a skilled ETP In-Charge

Key Requirements

• B.Eng in Chemical Engineering, or a related field
• 8-10 years of experience in ETP operations
• Experience in the ethanol, sugar, or alcohol industries preferred
• Proven experience in biological treatment processes, especially in Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) operations, aeration systems, and clarification processes.
• Strong knowledge of anaerobic and aerobic ETP systems and effluent treatment parameters (COD, BOD, TSS, pH)
• Familiarity with process instrumentation and SCADA/DCS operations
• Leadership and team coordination
• Process troubleshooting and analytical thinking
• EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) and regulatory compliance
• Strong record-keeping and reporting abilities
• Effective communication and coordination skills

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee Continuous Stirred Tank Reactor (CSTR) operations to ensure effective biological treatment processes.
• Monitor critical process parameters including pH, COD, BOD, MLSS, MLVSS, temperature, and sludge levels for optimal plant performance.
• Ensure proper mixing, feeding rates, and microbial activity in the biological treatment system.
• Supervise aeration systems, ensuring efficient operation of blowers, diffusers, and air distribution networks.
• Maintain required dissolved oxygen (DO) levels and optimize aeration to reduce energy consumption.
• Manage clarifier performance, ensuring effective sludge settlement and compliant overflow quality.
• Control RAS and WAS rates to maintain process stability.
• Ensure treated effluent meets statutory and regulatory discharge standards.
• Maintain accurate operational records and daily logbooks.
• Coordinate with the laboratory team for timely analysis and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports on ETP operations.
• Identify mechanical and electrical issues with pumps, mixers, blowers, and clarifiers, and coordinate with the maintenance team for timely repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and pollution control board requirements.
• Maintain documentation for chemical usage, sludge handling, and treated water quality.
• Supervise and guide ETP operators and support staff, ensuring effective team performance.
• Plan and manage shift schedules for uninterrupted operations.
• Enforce safety protocols, PPE usage, and hygiene standards across the ETP facility.
• Maintain operational cleanliness and housekeeping across all ETP sections.