Water Purification Plant Monitor
じょうすいじょうかんしいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Monitors and controls the process from raw water intake to purified water supply to maintain safe water quality.
Description
Water Purification Plant Monitors oversee and control the operation of various treatment facilities (coagulation sedimentation, filtration, chlorine disinfection, etc.) within water purification plants, maintaining water quality and flow rates. They use SCADA systems and PLCs to check equipment data in real-time, and when abnormal values are detected, they perform adjustments and inspections according to manuals. They also regularly measure pH, turbidity, and residual chlorine concentrations, prepare reports, and handle equipment maintenance inspections and restoration work during emergencies.
Future Outlook
Demand for water supply as social infrastructure remains stable, and while IoT and automation technologies improve the efficiency of operation monitoring, advanced water quality management skills will continue to be required.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and Composed / Excellent Observation Skills / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
24-Hour Shift / Emergency Response / On-Site Monitoring / Shift Work
Career Path
Water Purification Plant Monitor → Section Chief / Operation Management Supervisor → Water Supply Technician → Water Supply Technical Manager
Required Skills
Abnormality Response / PLC/DCS Operation / SCADA System Operation / Water Quality Analysis Basics / Water Quality Inspection
Recommended Skills
Instrumentation Control Basics / Piping System Diagram Reading / Pollution Prevention Manager / Water Treatment Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small fluctuations in measured values can greatly affect water quality. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to quickly identify causes and take action during abnormalities is necessary. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily focused on routine monitoring and operation control tasks, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work in the control room, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Water Quality Management Supervisor
- Water Supply Technical Manager
Aliases
- Water Treatment Monitor
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- Equipment Monitor
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