Sanitary Engineering Technician

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Industry & Occupation

Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries & Environment

Classification

Summary

A technical role that plans, designs, evaluates, and operates technical measures related to environmental sanitation such as water quality, atmosphere, and waste.

Description

Sanitary engineering technicians are specialists who use technologies such as water quality analysis, wastewater treatment, atmospheric measurement, and waste management to ensure environmental sanitation and improve public health. Based on laws and regulatory standards, they perform facility design and evaluation, operation plan formulation, monitoring data analysis, and implementation of improvement measures. They work in various fields such as water and sewerage operators, industrial plants, environmental consulting firms, and local governments, contributing to the creation of sustainable environments.

Future Outlook

Demand is on an increasing trend due to stricter environmental regulations and the expansion of SDGs and ESG investments. Advanced water resource management and waste treatment technologies are required, increasing market value.

Personality Traits

Good cooperativeness / High attention to detail / High ethical standards / Strong sense of responsibility

Work Style

Environmental Consulting / Fieldwork / Government Agency Employment / Remote / Research Institute Employment

Career Path

Technical Staff → Chief Engineer → Project Leader → R&D Department Manager → Environmental Consultant

Required Skills

Atmospheric Measurement / Knowledge of Environmental Regulations and Laws / Operation of Measuring Instruments / Wastewater Treatment Process Design / Water Quality Analysis Techniques

Recommended Skills

CAD Operation / Data Analysis / GIS / Project Management

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Analytical & Logical Thinking Because the ability to analyze water quality measurement results and environmental data is required.
Attention to Detail & Accuracy Because precise work is required for detecting trace pollutants and complying with regulatory values.
Numerical & Quantitative Analysis Because the accuracy of data analysis and model calculations is important.
Planning & Organization Necessary ability for designing treatment facilities and formulating operation plans.
Problem Solving The ability to investigate causes and respond during abnormalities or troubles is necessary.

Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)

Item Description
Physical Stamina & Endurance Mainly lab or office work, with little heavy labor.

Related Qualifications

  • Pollution Prevention Manager (Atmosphere Type 1, Water Quality Type 1)
  • Septic Tank Installer
  • Water and Sewerage Chief Engineer

Aliases

  • Environmental Sanitation Technician

Related Jobs

  • Environmental Engineer
  • Pollution Prevention Manager
  • Water and Sewerage Engineer

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