Job Description

Job Title:

ETP Plant Operator (Effluent Treatment Plant)

Department:

Utilities / Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)

Reporting To:

Utilities Manager / Engineering Head / EHS Manager

Location:

Manufacturing Plant

Employment Type:

Full-Time

Job Summary

The ETP Plant Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) to ensure treated wastewater meets statutory discharge norms as per Pollution Control Board (PCB) requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor ETP systems including

equalization, aeration, clarifier, sludge handling, filtration, and chemical dosing units

Ensure continuous treatment of effluent as per

CPCB/SPCB discharge norms

Monitor and record

pH, COD, BOD, TSS, MLSS, DO

and other critical parameters Carry out

chemical dosing

(lime, alum, polymer, nutrients, etc.) as per process requirement Perform

daily log entries

, operational checklists, and statutory records Handle

sludge dewatering

, drying beds, and safe disposal as per guidelines Coordinate with

external laboratories

for effluent sample testing Maintain proper housekeeping and cleanliness of the ETP area Assist during

PCB inspections, environmental audits, and compliance reporting

Report abnormalities, equipment failures, or safety hazards immediately Follow

safety SOPs

, PPE usage, and emergency procedures

Equipment & Systems Handled

Equalization tank, aeration tank, clarifier Blowers, pumps, agitators Filter press / centrifuge / sludge drying beds Online pH meters, flow meters Chemical dosing systems

Qualifications

ITI / Diploma

in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Environmental Engineering Minimum

1-3 years of experience

in operating ETP/STP (Pharma/Nutraceutical preferred)

Skills & Competencies

Sound knowledge of

ETP processes and environmental norms

Ability to read gauges, meters, and basic lab results Basic troubleshooting skills for pumps and blowers Awareness of

Pollution Control Board compliance

Record-keeping and documentation discipline Physically fit for shift duties

Regulatory Knowledge

CPCB / SPCB discharge standards Hazardous waste handling rules Basic understanding of

ISO 14001 & GMP environment norms

(preferred)

Working Conditions

Exposure to chemicals and wastewater (with PPE)

Salary & Benefits

Salary:

Best as per industry standards

PF, ESI, statutory benefits as applicable

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Compliance with discharge norms Zero environmental non-compliance Equipment uptime and safe operation Proper documentation & audit readiness

Note:

Candidates with experience in

pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmetic, or Ayurvedic plants

will be given preference.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Provident Fund
Work Location: In person