Water Treatment Plant Operator

Full Time 3 weeks ago
Employment Information

Main Duties and Responsibilities

TaskDescription
Chemical Dosing and Water QualityRun all chemical dosing pumps, ensuring correct dosing per prescribed standards. Check water quality for parameters like TDS, pH, alkalinity, and chlorine concentration, and determine raw and treated water flow.
Filter MaintenancePerform backwashing on carbon filters, clean ultra-filters, steam carbon purifiers, and change filter cartridges according to schedule. Conduct weekly sanitation of water treatment tanks, polishers, filters, and the entire water treatment area.
Equipment MonitoringCheck the operation of all pumps and machinery in the water treatment department, reporting failures immediately to the supervisor. Monitor utility pumps, cooling tower inlet/outlet circuits, MF filters, gauges, flowmeters, charts, and system control panels to ensure proper functioning.
Chemical Preparation and SupplyPrepare caustic, per-acetic acid, and chlorine solutions to required standards for water treatment plants and production line CIPs. Ensure adequate stocks of water treatment reagents and chemicals and sufficient purified water supply to production lines.
Compliance and DocumentationEnsure plant CIPs follow CIP Mandate requirements with accurate data recording. Maintain water treatment records per UNBS standards. Ensure pressure gauges and temperature sensors are calibrated regularly.
Training and SupportProvide training, guidance, and support to new water treatment personnel. Monitor and operate UF, RO, and CIP systems at standard frequencies.

Schooling and/or Work Experience

RequirementDescription
EducationBSc in Chemistry, Biology, Food Sciences, or a related field from a well-known school.
ExperienceAt least 2-3 years of hands-on experience in the food industry, with beverage manufacturing as a distinct advantage. Familiarity with carbonated soft drinks and/or water treatment plants.
Skills & CompetenciesKnowledge of food safety and hygiene handling techniques. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain a positive attitude, and provide exemplary customer service. Ability to work independently and complete assignments within given instructions, routines, and accepted practices.

Policy on Equal Employment Opportunity

We will evaluate all eligible applicants for jobs, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Hariss International does not discriminate against anyone based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.

How to Apply

If you're interested, please:

Apply via: Hariss Careers Portal  
Posting Date: August 14, 2025
Deadline: August 31, 2025

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Contact & Resources

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Water Treatment Plant Operator
Hariss International Limited
Water Treatment Plant Operator
1 Vacancy - Full Time
Kampala, Central, Uganda
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