Environmental Plant Operator (Sewage)
かんきょうぷらんとうんてんいん（げすいどう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that operates, monitors, and maintains sewage treatment plants, processing effluent to safe water quality compliant with legal standards.
Description
Environmental Plant Operator (Sewage) operates and monitors equipment such as pumps, blowers, aeration tanks, and sedimentation tanks in sewage treatment plants, and adjusts water quality through electrode analysis and reagent injection. Also responsible for regular inspections, simple repairs, sludge treatment equipment operation, effluent measurement and recording, and troubleshooting during emergencies. Utilizes SCADA monitoring systems in the control room for remote operation, maintaining operational conditions compliant with laws and standards. Works in shifts as a team, which may include night and holiday monitoring and response.
Future Outlook
Demand for operators remains stable due to the renewal of aging sewage infrastructure and strengthening of environmental regulations. Efficiency improvements through IoT and automated operation technologies will increase the importance of data analysis and remote monitoring skills. Securing engineering talent and developing young workers are key challenges.
Personality Traits
Calm demeanor / Good team player / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Local government employee / Night shift / Night work / Shift work
Career Path
Operator (Junior) → Lead Operator → Operation Manager → Technical Manager → Environmental Plant Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Handling / Emergency Response (Troubleshooting) / Equipment Inspection and Maintenance / Plant Control Operation / Water Quality Analysis
Recommended Skills
Data Recording / English Literature Reading / Environmental Regulations and Standards Knowledge / PLC Control / Pump Blower Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required due to the precision needed in water quality management. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to the physical demands of patrol inspections and equipment maintenance. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks with few opportunities for new idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B Type 4)
- Sewage Technical Manager
Aliases
- Sewage Plant Operator
- Sewage Treatment Facility Operator
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