The Chemist Officer is responsible for monitoring, testing, and ensuring the quality of water and wastewater in compliance with regulatory standards. The role supports treatment operations by providing accurate chemical and microbiological analysis, helping maintain safe and reliable water supply and wastewater treatment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect water and wastewater samples from treatment plants, reservoirs, pumping stations, and distribution networks.
• Conduct laboratory testing of physical, chemical, and biological parameters such as pH, turbidity, chlorine residuals, heavy metals, and microbiological content.
• Analyze test results and report findings to the operations and engineering teams for process optimization.
• Ensure that treated water meets local, national, and international quality standards.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Document laboratory results, maintain accurate logs, and prepare periodic quality reports.
• Assist in investigating water quality complaints and incidents.
• Support treatment plant operations by providing recommendations based on chemical and microbiological data.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in laboratory and field work.
• Participate in audits, water quality assessments, and regulatory inspections as needed.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Water Technology, or related discipline.
• Experience in water or wastewater laboratory operations or quality control.
• Knowledge of water treatment and wastewater treatment processes.
• Familiarity with water quality standards (WHO, EPA, local regulatory standards).
• Hands-on experience with laboratory instruments: spectrophotometers, titration, pH meters, turbidity meters, and microbiology testing equipment.