ETP / CPU Operator (Effluent Treatment Plant)

The Role

We are seeking an experienced ETP / CPU Operator to operate and maintain the Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system. The candidate will be responsible for treating effluent streams, maximizing water recovery, and ensuring zero discharge compliance through proper operation of RO, UF, CPU, Evaporation, and recycling systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor complete ZLD system, including:
  • ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant)
  • UF (Ultrafiltration)
  • RO (Reverse Osmosis)
  • CPU (Condensate Polishing Unit)
  • Integration with Evaporation & Dryer sections
• Monitor:
  • Feed, permeate, and reject flows
  • Recovery %, rejection %, and system efficiency
• Ensure maximum water recovery and reuse
• Maintain proper operation of Chemical dosing systems (SMBS, Antiscalant, PAC, Caustic, HCL, Polymers)
• Carry out Membrane cleaning (CIP), backwashing, flushing cycles
• Monitor and control TDS, pH, conductivity, turbidity (as per lab inputs)
• Coordinate with Evaporation & Dryer teams for handling rejects and concentrate
• Maintain shift-wise and hourly logs in system
• Ensure strict adherence to ZLD and Pollution Control Board norms

Qualifications

Must have

• 3-6 years in ZLD / ETP / RO / Evaporation plant operations
• Experience in distillery / ethanol / chemical plants highly preferred
• ITI / Diploma in Chemical / Mechanical / Environmental Engineering
• Certification in Wastewater / ZLD operation (preferred)

Qualities

• Strict adherence to ZLD norms and environmental regulations
• Safe handling of chemicals and effluent streams
• Maintain PPE and housekeeping standards
• Ensure no untreated discharge outside plant boundary
• Maintain process efficiency
• Ensure proper parameter control
• Ensure timely monitoring
• Follow safety guidelines
• Ability to work in rotational shifts

Additional Information

Salary as per industry standards (based on experience).
Please contact HR at +917815097323 / careers@indalc.com.