Junior ETP Chemist
LOCATION Sanand, Gujarat
FUNCTION Plant Operations / Environment
EXPERIENCE 0–2 years; freshers with relevant practical exposure may apply
QUALIFICATION ITI (AOCP), B.Sc. Chemistry; Diploma in Chemical Engineering also considered
ROLE SUMMARY
Support day-to-day operation and monitoring of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) at the Sanand facility. The role focuses on routine sampling and testing, chemical dosing, treatment performance, safe handling of chemicals, and accurate operational records to help ensure treated effluent meets applicable internal and regulatory requirements.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Operate and monitor ETP stages, pumps, agitators, blowers, dosing systems and related equipment as per approved SOPs and supervisor instructions.
• Collect representative samples and carry out routine tests such as pH, TDS, conductivity, turbidity and other parameters assigned by the supervisor; assist with COD/BOD testing where applicable.
• Prepare and dose treatment chemicals in the prescribed quantities; observe process response and promptly report abnormal readings or treatment issues.
• Maintain daily ETP log sheets, chemical consumption records, test results, sludge records and other required registers accurately and on time.
• Monitor sludge settling/dewatering and housekeeping around the ETP; coordinate for safe handling and disposal as per site procedure.
• Follow chemical handling, PPE, emergency response and environmental safety practices; report leaks, spills, equipment faults or unsafe conditions immediately.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance and EHS teams to support uninterrupted operations, preventive maintenance and compliance documentation.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
• ITI (AOCP), B.Sc. Chemistry is preferred; candidates with a Diploma in Chemical Engineering may also be considered.
• 0–2 years of experience in an industrial ETP, wastewater treatment, chemical plant or laboratory is preferred; freshers with sound fundamentals and hands-on training may apply.
• Basic understanding of pH, TDS, COD/BOD, neutralisation, coagulation/flocculation, chemical dosing and wastewater sampling is an advantage.
• Careful with measurements and documentation; able to follow SOPs, use PPE consistently, and work collaboratively in a plant environment.