We are seeking an experienced Wastewater Treatment Specialist to take full ownership of the wastewater treatment systems at our client’s wastewater facility. This is a critical, hands-on role responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, optimization, and compliance of the site’s wastewater treatment processes.
The successful candidate will be the subject-matter expert for wastewater operations on site, ensuring system reliability, environmental compliance, and continuous performance improvement. This is a fully onsite position requiring deep technical capability and operational accountability.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Process Control
• Own and operate the wastewater treatment systems, ensuring stable, compliant, and efficient performance at all times
• Monitor influent/effluent quality, process parameters, flows, and treatment performance
• Optimise treatment processes to handle variable loads and operating conditions
Core Technology Ownership
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot centrifugation systems, including solids separation and dewatering
• Manage and optimise MBR (Membrane Bioreactor) systems, including membrane performance, cleaning protocols, and integrity monitoring
• Oversee transfer systems, including pumps, piping, valves, and conveyance infrastructure
Maintenance & Reliability
• Develop and execute preventative and corrective maintenance programs for wastewater assets
• Troubleshoot mechanical, process, and instrumentation issues impacting treatment performance
• Coordinate with maintenance teams and external service providers when required
• Maintain accurate maintenance and operational records
Compliance & Reporting
• Ensure compliance with all applicable environmental permits, discharge limits, and regulatory requirements
• Support sampling, testing, documentation, and regulatory reporting
• Prepare for and support internal and external audits and inspections
Safety & Site Integration
• Champion safe working practices and adherence to site safety standards
• Work closely with site operations, utilities, and environmental teams to ensure seamless integration with broader facility operations
Required Experience & Qualifications
• Proven experience operating industrial or municipal wastewater treatment systems
• Hands-on expertise with centrifugation, MBR systems, and wastewater transfer systems (mandatory)
• Strong understanding of biological, mechanical, and membrane-based treatment processes
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and troubleshooting complex process issues
• Familiarity with environmental compliance, permits, and regulatory inspections
• Comfortable working in a fully onsite, operational environment
Preferred Background
• Wastewater treatment at industrial, resource recovery, food & beverage, or organics processing facilities
• Experience working in facilities with variable loading and challenging influent characteristics
• Wastewater certifications or relevant technical training (California certifications a plus)
Why This Role
• Site-critical role with clear ownership and accountability
• Opportunity to be the wastewater expert at a complex, high-throughput facility
• Long-term, stable position with hands-on technical impact
