A water utilities operation in the UAE is hiring an experienced Water Operations Operator to support the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of water treatment systems, pumping stations, wells, and associated distribution assets. This full-time role sits within the Operations & Maintenance / Water Utilities function.
About the Role
The Water Operations Operator focuses on equipment operation, control-room monitoring, emergency response, water quality monitoring, operational reporting, and compliance with safety and operating procedures. The role involves tracking operational parameters such as pressure, flow rates, temperature, voltage, and current across pumping stations, wells, and water treatment assets.
Career Impact & Growth Opportunity
This role offers hands-on experience across water treatment, pumping stations, wells, and Reverse Osmosis (RO) processes within the UAE’s critical water utilities sector. Water Operations Operators build strong technical expertise in control systems, SCADA, and water quality monitoring — valuable, transferable skills for long-term growth in utility operations and plant management careers.
Why This Role Matters
Reliable water supply depends on vigilant, well-trained operators who can respond quickly to alarms, equipment failures, and water quality issues. By maintaining accurate operational logs, following approved SOPs, and taking corrective action to protect equipment, the Water Operations Operator directly safeguards continuity of water supply for the communities served.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Operation & Monitoring
- Operate and control equipment and systems within water treatment and distribution operations
- Monitor equipment through control panels, instrumentation, and computer-based monitoring systems
- Track operational parameters including pressure, flow rates, temperature, voltage, and current
- Follow approved SOPs for equipment start-up, shutdown, and normal operations
Emergency Response & Asset Monitoring
- Respond to alarms, equipment failures, water quality issues, and operational emergencies
- Take corrective action to maintain continuity of water supply and protect equipment
- Monitor pumping stations, wells, and associated water assets
Reporting, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Maintain accurate operational logs, maintenance records, and water quality data
- Monitor operational KPIs and support performance improvement initiatives
- Ensure work is carried out in line with health, safety, and emergency-response requirements
- Contribute to continuous improvement of operational processes and procedures
Qualifications & Requirements
- Diploma or Higher Diploma in a relevant technical discipline
- Experience in water treatment, pumping stations, wells, water distribution, RO plants, or utility operations preferred
- Good understanding of control systems and monitoring equipment
- Knowledge of water treatment and distribution systems, including Reverse Osmosis (RO) processes
- Ability to interpret water quality test results
- Understanding of SOPs, operational limits, and emergency procedures
- Ability to respond effectively to alarms and unexpected operational events
- Strong attention to detail, record-keeping ability, and good communication and teamwork skills
About This Opportunity
This Water Operations Operator role sits within a UAE-based water utilities operation, covering pumping stations, wells, water treatment, and distribution assets. The position offers broad exposure to control systems, RO plant operations, and emergency response within the essential water utilities sector.
Who Should Apply
This role suits technically skilled, safety-focused professionals with experience in water treatment, pumping stations, or utility operations. Ideal candidates bring strong control-room and SCADA familiarity, water quality analysis skills, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to operational emergencies.
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