Senior plant operator (Waste water treatment plant)

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This job is about being a Senior Plant Operator at a wastewater treatment plant. You’ll help ensure clean water is treated safely and efficiently. You might like this job because you’ll play a key role in protecting the environment while working with a skilled team.

RM 2200 - RM 2600

Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan

Job Description

Gradiant is a global solutions provider for advanced water and wastewater treatment. We are a different kind of water company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions, powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients' mission-critical operations in the world's essential industries. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,000 employees worldwide. Singapore is our Regional Headquarters and home to our Global Innovation Center. Learn more at gradiant.com.

About the Role
We are looking for a responsible and hardworking senior Plant Operator to operate, monitor, and maintain our Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant. This role is essential in ensuring smooth plant operations, meeting environmental compliance, and upholding safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and monitor water and wastewater treatment systems according to SOP.
  • Record daily operational data, chemical usage, and plant parameters.
  • Perform chemical top-up, filter backwash, desludging, and general plant upkeep.
  • Ensure compliance with DOE standards for final discharge and site safety procedures.
  • Report any abnormalities, breakdowns, or modifications to the supervisor.
  • Maintain good housekeeping and compliance with GMP requirements.
  • Support maintenance activities and instrument calibrations.
  • Work closely with team members during shift handovers.
  • Attend trainings, meetings, and follow all HR policies and attendance requirements.


Job Requirements

Requirements

  • Minimum Secondary School education or equivalent
  • Mandatory: Hands-on experience in water or wastewater treatment plant operations
  • Able to work rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, and public holidays)
  • Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work independently
  • Good teamwork and communication skills
  • Own transport and smartphone
  • Able to read and write in Bahasa Melayu and/or English

Benefits

  • Training provided.
  • Shift allowance & overtime pay.
  • EPF, SOCSO & EIS contributions.
  • Career growth opportunities.

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.


Skills

Water/Wastewater Engineering
Manufacturing Processes

Company Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Covers a wide range of medical, dental, and vision expenses to keep you and your family healthy.

Paid Time Off

Enjoy vacation days, personal leave, and holidays to relax and recharge without losing income.

Professional Development Opportunities

Access to training programs and workshops to enhance your skills and advance your career.

Flexible Work Arrangements

Options for remote work and flexible hours to support work-life balance.

Retirement Savings Plan

Company-sponsored plans to help you save for your future and ensure financial security in retirement.

Employee Assistance Programs

Support services for personal and professional challenges to promote overall well-being.


Additional Info

Company Activity

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Career Level

Non-Executive

Job Specialisation


Company Profile

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Sigma Water Engineering (M)

Gradiant is a global leader in end-to-end water solutions, and through our recent acquisition of Malaysia’s Sigma Water Engineering, we’re strengthening our presence across Southeast Asia. Sigma brings decades of proven expertise in industrial water and wastewater treatment—serving key sectors like F&B, oil & gas, and manufacturing. Together, we're delivering smarter, more sustainable water solutions to...