Wastewater Treatment Manager Position

3 weeks ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Profile Personnel Full time

Profile Personnel is seeking a seasoned Wastewater Treatment Manager to lead the operations of our wastewater treatment facility in Cape Town. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in managing complex water treatment systems and teams.

Estimated Salary: R 1,200,000 - R 1,500,000 per annum

Job Description:

The role involves overseeing the efficient management and operation of the wastewater treatment works, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and performance targets. This includes monitoring and optimizing processes, product quality, and staff utilization within the allocated budget.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement effective operational strategies to ensure the wastewater treatment works operates within the parameters of ISO standards (ISO 9001, 50001, 14001 & 45001), Green Drop systems, OHS Act, and Labour Laws.
  • Manage and maintain the wastewater treatment works' maintenance, repair, and replacement (MRR) program to minimize downtime and optimize resource allocation.
  • Develop and implement process improvements to enhance overall efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Collaborate with Plant Managers to identify opportunities for process optimization and recommend improvements.

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 8 years of relevant operating experience in wastewater treatment, with at least 4 years in a supervisory or management role.
  • A degree or diploma in Chemical Engineering or an equivalent higher qualification.
  • Registration as DWS Class V or VI Process Controller – this is mandatory for the role.
  • A minimum of 5 years of MBR plant-related operations experience.
  • Demonstrated expertise in water/wastewater treatment environments, integrated complex SCADA systems, troubleshooting, and plant process optimization.
  • Proven experience in professional report writing and communication.
  • A valid code B/EB driver's license.

About Us:

At Profile Personnel, we are committed to providing exceptional recruitment services to our clients. We believe in building long-term relationships based on trust, integrity, and mutual respect. If you are a highly motivated and experienced Wastewater Treatment Manager looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.



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