Qualifications: B.Sc./M.Sc in Chemistry or Environmental Science
Experience: 48 years in Wastewater Laboratory Operations (Pharma / Chemical CETP or Industrial ETP)
Key Responsibilities:
Lab Management & QA/QC: Oversee daily testing operations, supervise technicians, maintain SOPs, and ensure strict compliance with SPCB/CPCB guidelines.
Wastewater Analysis: Supervise testing of critical parameters (COD, BOD, TDS/TSS, pH, MLSS/MLVSS, Nitrogen compounds, Oil & Grease, toxicity, and solvent contamination).
Effluent & Member Industry Monitoring: Track influent quality from member pharma/chemical units, identify non-compliant/high-COD discharges, and assist in regulatory reporting.
Instrumentation & Calibration: Operate, calibrate, and maintain key lab equipment (COD digester, BOD incubator, pH/DO/TDS meters) along with QA/QC records.
Regulatory Compliance & Audits: Prepare analytical reports for PCB inspections, environmental audits, and regulatory compliance.
Data Analysis & Process Support: Analyze trend data (shock loads, COD spikes, biological process disturbances) and provide technical recommendations to optimize primary and secondary treatment.