Lab Chemist

Responsibilties
Laboratory Analysis: Perform routine analysis of raw, process, and treated wastewater samples to monitor plant performance and compliance with prescribed discharge standards.
Water Quality Monitoring: Analyze key parameters, including pH, COD, BOD, TSS, TDS, MLSS, MLVSS, dissolved oxygen (DO), ammonia, sulfide, alkalinity, chlorides, and other parameters as required by the treatment process.
ETP Process Monitoring: Monitor the performance of biological treatment systems, including SBR and MBR, and communicate deviations in process parameters to the operations team.
Chemical Dosing Optimization: Support optimization of coagulant, flocculant, nutrient, pH-adjustment, and other chemical dosing based on laboratory results and process requirements.
Sampling and Testing: Collect representative samples from designated plant locations, follow approved sampling procedures, and maintain sample identification and traceability.
Laboratory Equipment Management: Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments such as pH meters, conductivity meters, spectro-photo meters, DO meters, analytical balances, and other testing equipment.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain laboratory registers, test reports, calibration records, chemical consumption data, and daily water quality monitoring reports.
Process Troubleshooting: Identify abnormal trends in wastewater quality and promptly report deviations, potential process upsets, and non-compliance risks to the Shift In-charge or Process In-charge.
Chemical and Reagent Management: Maintain laboratory chemicals, reagents, glassware, and consumables, ensuring proper labeling, storage, stock records, and safe handling.
Quality Assurance: Follow approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), testing methods (Apha/IS), quality control practices, and applicable environmental monitoring requirements.
Health, Safety and Environment: Comply with site HSE requirements, use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow safe practices for handling chemicals, reagents, and wastewater samples.
Coordination: Coordinate with operations, maintenance, and client representatives to support process optimization, environmental compliance, and effective ETP performance.
Qualifications
Education
B.Sc. in Chemistry is preferred.
M.Sc. in Chemistry may be considered.
Candidates with a relevant diploma or equivalent qualification may be considered based on applicable site requirements and relevant experience.
Experience
2–3 years of relevant experience in laboratory analysis and industrial wastewater treatment or ETP operations.
Experience in refinery, petrochemical, chemical, or other industrial wastewater treatment plants will be preferred.
Practical knowledge of SBR/MBR-based ETPs and biological wastewater treatment is desirable.
Technical Skills
Working knowledge of standard wastewater testing methods and laboratory procedures.
Understanding of pH, COD, BOD, TSS, TDS, MLSS, MLVSS, DO, alkalinity, ammonia, sulphide and related water quality parameters.
Familiarity with laboratory instruments, calibration, quality control, and chemical reagent preparation.
Ability to interpret analytical results and identify deviations from operational targets.
Basic knowledge of chemical dosing, biological process control, and wastewater treatment troubleshooting.
Proficiency in maintaining laboratory records and preparing reports using MS Excel and MS Word.
Professional Competencies
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good written communication and reporting abilities.
Attention to detail and accuracy in laboratory testing.
Ability to coordinate effectively with operations and maintenance teams.
Commitment to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and established procedures.
Preferred Candidate Profile
A technically competent and safety-conscious chemist with hands-on laboratory experience, sound knowledge of wastewater analysis, and the ability to support day-to-day ETP operations through accurate testing, timely reporting, and process monitoring.
Compensation
Take Home Salary: 25-28 K/Month
Accommodation: Yes (Bachelor Accommodation on sharing basis)
Pick & Drop Faculty by Company Cab.
Cooperative Mess available at Guesthouse for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (365 Days)

Work arrangement
No