Fecal Sludge Treatment Supervisor at Malindi Water and Sewerage Company in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Fecal Sludge Treatment Supervisor

    Malindi Water and Sewerage CompanyNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    3 days ago

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    31 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Engineering & Technical Services
    Engineering & Technology

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    Job Description

    Malindi Water and Sanitation Company invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Fecal Sludge Treatment Supervisor to support efficient operations at the Sabaki and Watamu Fecal sludge treatment facilities.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Supervise daily operations of wastewater and fecal sludge treatment plants.
    • Monitor treatment processes and ensure effluent meets NEMA discharge standards.
    • Coordinate sampling, laboratory tests, and process adjustments.
    • Conduct routine equipment inspections and preventive maintenance.
    • Ensure safe handling of chemicals and compliance with OSHA 2007.
    • Maintain accurate plant logs, reports, and regulatory documentation.
    • Train and guide plant operators and support staff.

    Required Qualifications

    • Bachelors Degree in Water Engineering/Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field with a minimum of 3 years working experience OR Diploma in Water Technology, Environmental Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, or related field with a minimum of 5 years working experience
    • Experience in operating and supervising wastewater treatment processes.
    • Knowledge of treatment process controls and regulatory standards.
    • Electro-Mechanical Plant and processes-troubleshooting skills.
    • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
    • Good communication and leadership skills
    • Ability to work in demanding plant environments
    • Commitment to safety and compliance

    Job Details

    Job Function

    Engineering & Technology

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Engineering

    Field of Study

    Water Engineering

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Visit the application link provided on this page to submit your application.

    Show Your Plant-Floor Judgment Before the Interview

    This role is about keeping treatment processes within regulatory limits while managing a team under demanding conditions. Hiring managers will probe how you've handled process upsets, safety incidents, and documentation under pressure.

    1. Quantify your plant experience: On your CV, list the types of plants you've run, their capacity, and the team sizes you've supervised. For example, "Supervised a 2 MLD wastewater plant with a team of 5 operators." This gives immediate scale to your experience.

    2. Know your NEMA and OSHA specifics: Review the key discharge standards under NEMA and the main OSHA 2007 requirements for chemical handling and worker safety. Be ready to cite specific limits or sections during the interview.

    3. Prepare a troubleshooting story: Think of a time you diagnosed and fixed a process issue, such as high effluent BOD or a pump failure. Walk through your diagnostic steps and the outcome, showing your electro-mechanical troubleshooting skills.

    4. Show your leadership style: This role involves training and guiding operators. Prepare an example of how you've coached a team member to improve performance or safety compliance.

    5. Emphasize documentation discipline: Plant logs and regulatory reports are critical. Highlight your experience maintaining accurate records and preparing compliance reports.

    6. Understand the treatment process deeply: Be ready to discuss the stages of fecal sludge treatment, from reception to dewatering and effluent polishing. Show you know the process controls and where problems typically arise.

    7. Address safety proactively: Talk about how you've promoted a safety culture, such as conducting toolbox talks or ensuring proper PPE use. This shows commitment to OSHA compliance.

    8. Ask about the facility's challenges: During the interview, ask about the current challenges at the Sabaki and Watamu facilities. This shows genuine interest and helps you tailor your answers to their context.

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    Tags

    wastewater treatment
    NEMA
    OSHA
    plant operations
    supervision