Wastewater Treatment Process and Network Engineer

Company DescriptionFor 170 years, Veolia has been a global leader in providing water, energy, and waste management solutions. Serving public authorities and industries across 58 countries, our comprehensive services are essential to human development and sustainable growth. As we progress alongside economic growth and human development, we continuously adapt and innovate, designing solutions that positively impact the environment and conserve resources. Veolia focuses on local solutions to purify and preserve vital resources, mitigate resource depletion, decarbonize lifestyles and production methods, and adapt to the impacts of climate change.

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Key figures of Veolia Near and Middle EastOver 3,900 employees in the Middle East (in addition to the nearly 6,000 employees for Enova, which reports directly to Veolia Africa Middle-East for Facility Management and Energy Efficiency contracts in the region)A robust local network across the region, including the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Turkey, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia40 years of sustainable partnershipsIn the Middle East, Veolia collaborates with industries, governments, communities, and commercial businesses to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions needed today, while maintaining a vision for tomorrow.

Through public-private partnerships and innovative contractual schemes, Veolia is dedicated to achieving measurable results with pragmatic, sustainable environmental solutions. For more information, please visit our WebsiteContextBahrain Bay Utilities is a utility complex that serves the iconic Bahrain Bay Development project in the heart of Manama, providing combined utilities services including a District Cooling Plant, a Sewage Treatment Plant, and a potable and irrigation water distribution network under a single utility service scheme.

Veolia Energy Gulf (Veolia Bahrain) is the asset management and operator of the utility complex that has the largest District Cooling Plant (DCP) in Bahrain using sea water technology for cool down the process, a fully enclosed Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) equipped with membrane technology to produce a high quality of TSE that is recycled fully in the irrigation network, a potable water scheme with a network and pumping stations, in addition to solar power park powered the STP with the majority of its electricity.

Job DescriptionMain AccountabilitiesThe Waste Water Process & Network Engineer is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end operations of wastewater collection, transmission, treatment, and the redistribution of treated sewage effluent (TSE) for irrigation purposes. Key responsibilities include ensuring the efficient and continuous operation of the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), including pumping stations and associated collection and transmission networks. The engineer will monitor and optimize process parameters and key performance indicators (KPIs) to maintain compliance, system reliability, and operational excellence.

Additionally, the Process Engineer manages all process-related activities within the WWTP, including internal laboratory operations, coordination with external testing facilities, and quality assurance of incoming treatment chemicals to ensure consistent process performance and water quality standards. Detailed Job DescriptionSupervise and manage all activities within the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) regarding process and performance to ensure effluent specifications are delivered and maintained for the client. Working knowledge of process optimization and directly how it relates to wastewater treatment effectiveness. Familiar with biological wastewater nitrification and denitrification processing along with physical separation to remove phosphorus.

Examine wastewater data and apply computer software applications of spreadsheets and word processing to analyse results and communicate to Operators and management. Forecast trending process data and give directives to Operators. Evaluate and verify laboratory sampling methods and techniques and report discrepancies to Operations Manager. Strong technical writing and oral communication to include presentation skills for Operator training. Identify and report any abnormalities within the plant or shift supervisor records and report to the Operations Manager. Monitor daily Mass Balance and Flow Balance spreadsheets and provide the process guide to Lead Operators.

Use process guide to conduct site inspections and rectify directives for proper WWTP operation. Responsible for the safe operation of the plant and personnel either in the Lab and within WWTP. Prepare monthly reports to include graphs using mathematical and statistical information for explanation to the client. Verify and maintain process information and ensure records are kept securely in accordance with company policy. Liaise with Lead Operators and the Operations Manager of treatment processes specifically including membrane treatment, Safety, and Quality Assurance/Quality Control. Respond and attend to emergency call outs and take appropriate action.

Responsible to supervise and coach team members to deliver process objectives and ensure work safety and compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulations. Note: The Job Description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks and duties. QualificationsMinimum 5 years of operational experience in wastewater treatment plants and at least 2 years with MBR experience or similar industry.

Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of WWTP and MBR plantsAbility to manage a team, establish safety procedures and distribute work instructions, organize, and prepare process reports, communicate effectively both verbally and in writing in English, to deliver and support change. Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or relevant. Good command on Google Suit, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Additional InformationPersonal AttributesStrong Technical Aptitude Deep understanding of chemical, biological, and mechanical processes in wastewater treatment and network hydraulics. Problem-Solving Mindset Skilled at troubleshooting operational issues, optimizing plant performance, and resolving network blockages or overflows.

Analytical and Critical Thinking Uses data from sensors, lab tests, and SCADA systems to identify trends, predict failures, and make process improvements. Detail-Oriented Careful monitoring and adjustment of treatment parameters to ensure compliance with environmental regulations. Environmental Responsibility Passionate about sustainability, conservation, and minimizing environmental impact. Adaptability Able to respond quickly to changes in flow rates, weather conditions, or regulatory requirements. Communication Skills Can explain technical issues and solutions to non-technical stakeholders (e. g. , government ministries). Team Collaboration Works closely with operators, maintenance teams, consultants, and regulatory authorities to manage systems effectively.

Initiative and Ownership Proactively seeks improvements in treatment efficiency and network resilience. Health & Safety Awareness Consistently promotes and follows safety protocols in potentially hazardous environments. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. The preceding description is not designed to be a complete or exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities that will be carried out by the selected candidate. Veolia Middle East does not and shall not discriminate in any forms in its recruitment processes.