Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator

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Job Summary: Veolia is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator to carry out industrial wastewater treatment activities and plant operations. Key Highlights: 1. Be part of a company driving ecological transformation. 2. Contribute to the sustainable development of cities and industries. 3. Perform essential tasks in wastewater treatment. Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator **Company Description** ----------------------------- Join Veolia Colombia and Panama and Help Us Care for the Planet by Transforming the Future Veolia is a global leader in optimized resource management. Our mission is to contribute to the sustainable development of cities and industries by providing innovative solutions in water, waste, and energy—aiming to make the world cleaner, more efficient, and more sustainable. If you share our vision and wish to join a company driving ecological transformation, we invite you to become part of our team. **Job Description** -------------------------- **Position:** Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator **Location:** Cajicá **Contract Type:** Indefinite-term contract **Department:** Operations **Role Purpose:** Carry out activities related to industrial wastewater treatment and plant operations. **Key Responsibilities:** 1\. Execute plant operation activities according to company-defined procedures and propose actions that may improve process efficiency. 2\. Carry out assigned maintenance routines and instructions provided by the immediate supervisor to comply with established work plans. 3\. Use company-assigned resources effectively and efficiently to perform assigned duties. 4\. Dose chemicals used in the treatment process (coagulant, flocculant) according to laboratory test results. 5\. Dose chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite, caustic soda, urea, and/or CO2 according to operational conditions. 6\. Execute instructions given by the immediate supervisor during special treatment situations to ensure process control. 7\. Report anomalies occurring in the area—those affecting or potentially affecting normal activity execution—to the immediate supervisor. 8\. Comply with the contractor manual guidelines established by the company where services are being rendered. 9\. Implement procedures outlined in the Emergency Plan for abnormal plant operation situations to minimize resulting impacts. 10\. Notify the maintenance responsible person of anomalies detected during equipment operation to ensure normal functioning for scheduled activities. 11\. Maintain duly completed operation records and keep the database updated. 12\. Conduct laboratory analyses to determine water quality, processing samples according to operational procedures. 13\. Properly manage wastes generated from the wastewater treatment process. 14\. Conduct monthly inventory of chemicals used for Wastewater Treatment Plant operations. 15\. Maintain order and cleanliness of treatment infrastructure, equipment, and work areas. 16\. Receive chemicals scheduled for plant operations. **Requirements** -------------- **Education:** Technician or Technologist degree in fields related to industrial and/or environmental processes, or water treatment. **Experience:** Minimum six months in water treatment or laboratory analysis. **Additional Information** ------------------------- **At Veolia, Our Energy Is Our People.** We believe in the power of talent and the well-being of our teams. Therefore, we offer benefits that promote balance, health, and professional growth: * Life insurance policy and funeral plan * Birthday leave * Extra-legal bonuses * Employee fund * Christmas bonuses * School bonus * Leave voucher * Eyeglass allowance ***(Benefits applicable according to salary category.)*** **Are You Ready for the Challenge?** If you want to make a difference and join a company driving sustainability and responsible development, Veolia Colombia and Panama is the place for you. **Submit your application and join our team. Together, we transform the future!** **As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.** As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and evaluates all applications equally, without discrimination. **Job ID** REF57342B **Publication Date** 01/04/2026 **Location** Cajicá, Colombia **Function** Operations / Operations & Maintenance **Contract Type** CDI