- Water Quality Management:
- Oversee the water treatment programs for cooling water, boiler feed water, and wastewater treatment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
- Conduct regular water quality tests and analyses to monitor pH levels, conductivity, alkalinity, and other chemical properties, making adjustments to treatment processes as needed
- Chemical Analysis and Testing:
- Perform quantitative and qualitative chemical analyses on various samples, including fuels, lubricants, and process fluids, to maintain optimal operating conditions
- Develop and validate standard operating procedures (SOPs) for laboratory analyses and chemical testing
- Chemical Inventory and Management:
- Manage the procurement, storage, and handling of all chemicals used in the plant, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and environmental guidelines
- Maintain adequate stock of all chemical consumables (bulk and fine chemicals, glassware, etc.) and dosing and testing equipment in the plant, to ensure timely availability and uninterrupted laboratory services
- Track and document chemical usage and maintain accurate inventory records
- HSE:
- Adhere to all relevant health, safety, security and environmental procedures
- Ensure that all chemical processes and waste management practices comply with environmental regulations and standards
- Prepare required reports and documentation for environmental audits and regulatory agencies
- Collaboration with Operations and Maintenance:
- Work closely with operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to provide chemical insights and recommendations for optimizing plant performance and reliability
- Participate in troubleshooting efforts and RCAs related to chemistry issues impacting plant operations
- Safety and Training:
- Promote a strong safety culture within the plant, ensuring that all chemical handling and laboratory practices adhere to safety protocols
- Provide training and guidance to plant personnel on chemical safety, handling procedures, and environmental practices
- Research and Development:
- Stay updated on advancements in chemical processes and technologies that can enhance plant efficiency and environmental performance
- Conduct research to develop improved chemical treatment methods and processes
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate records of all laboratory analyses, chemical usage, compliance checks, and results
- Prepare periodic reports summarizing chemical performance, compliance status, and recommendations for process improvements
- Pre-PCOD role
- support the Owner during the design review phase and during installation, commissioning, testing, and trial operation period
- O & M manuals Review and finalization
- Prepare site specific procedures and Work Instructions
- Ensure Maintenance team authorization as Permit Receivers
- Ensure timely placement of subcontracts
- ensure lab and chemistry management readiness for the operational period, by ensuring that all staff are trained and that all the systems and process required for O&M operations are ready
Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Environmental Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field. A master's degree or higher may be preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in chemical analysis and laboratory operations, preferably in a power generation or industrial chemical setting
Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of chemical properties, water treatment processes, and environmental regulations pertinent to power plants.
Analytical Skills: Proficient in laboratory techniques and instrumentation for chemical analyses, including titrations, spectroscopy, chromatography, etc.
Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with environmental regulations related to water quality and chemical management, as well as industry best practices.