Process Chemist / Water Treatment AL BIHOUTH WASTE TO ENERGY

1.1 Job Scope Summary

The Process Chemist / Water Treatment Operator is responsible for laboratory testing, water treatment, and IBA maturation at the Waste-to-Energy facility. Ensures compliance with ISO 17025 (lab), ISO 14001 (environment), and ISO 45001 (safety), regulatory requirements, and facility permits. Provides accurate test results, supports process operations, and communicates findings to Operations and QHSE Managers.

1.2 Job Responsibilities

HSE Compliance

• Follow all HSE procedures and report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions (ISO 45001)

• Comply with COSHH regulations and maintain chemical safety records

• Ensure operations meet environmental permits and Duty of Care requirements (ISO 14001)

Laboratory Testing & Water Treatment

• Perform chemical, bacteriological, and physical testing on water, wastewater, sludge, surface water, and IBA

• Conduct steam and sour water analysis, and monitor residues from Air Pollutio

• Control Systems and Incinerator Bottom Ash (IBA)

• Perform TOC & LOI testing for IBA maturation

• Conduct QAL2 & AST verifications on CEMS as part of quality assurance (BS EN 14181)

• Calibrate laboratory instruments and perform quality control checks

• Record all test results, calibrations, and inspections in line with procedures

• Prepare lab and water treatment reports for Operations and QHSE Managers

• Maintain laboratory equipment, consumables, and ensure instruments are in good working order

• Train plant operators on lab procedures and equipment

Process Support & Compliance

• Build and maintain Duty of Care documentation for water treatment and IBA maturation

• Conduct regular testing of water, wastewater, waste solids, and surface water discharge to meet permit requirements

• Conduct functional tests to ensure CEMS meet QAL2, AST, and QAL3 requirements

• Identify process issues and propose corrective actions based on lab results

Hazardous Materials & Waste Management

• Manage consignments of hazardous waste and by-products in line with Duty of Care