KANAGASABAPATHI Selvaraj
Tabuk,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Water & Wastewater Treatment Specialist with experience in WTP, STP, ETP, RO, UF, filtration, chemical dosing, ozone generation, and disinfection systems . Skilled in plant operations, process monitoring, SCADA, laboratory analysis, equipment troubleshooting, and preventive/corrective maintenance . Experienced in supervising teams, coordinating PPM activities, maintaining HSE and environmental compliance, and optimizing plant performance to improve efficiency, reliability, water quality, and operational continuity .
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Chemical engineer
NESMA UNITED INDUSTRIES, TABUK, SAUDI ARABIA
Tabuk, Saudi Arabia
2024.05 - Current
- Supervise daily operations of water treatment, utility, LSS, filtration, chemical dosing, ozone, disinfection, and pumping systems .
- Monitor pH, conductivity, TDS, ORP, turbidity, hardness, alkalinity, chloride, flow, pressure, and water levels to maintain required process and quality standards.
- Conduct chemical and physical analysis of raw materials, process samples, treated water, and finished products using standard laboratory methods.
- Prepare reagents and standard solutions; calibrate, operate, and maintain laboratory instruments and maintain accurate test records.
- Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance of pumps, valves, tanks, filtration, dosing, ozone, generator, and utility equipment.
- Troubleshoot equipment and process issues and coordinate with mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
- Supervise operators and technicians , assign daily tasks, conduct toolbox talks, and ensure effective shift handover.
- Monitor chemical consumption, inventory, wastewater/sewage activities, equipment performance, and operational conditions .
- Prepare daily operational, laboratory, maintenance, and quality reports and maintain accurate records.
- Interpret P&IDs, engineering drawings, equipment manuals, SOPs, and technical documentation for operation and troubleshooting.
- Ensure compliance with HSE, environmental, quality, SOP, and laboratory safety requirements .
- Support process optimization, quality improvement, cost control, risk assessments, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives .
WTP Supervisor
THERMAX INDIA LTD., BANGALORE, INDIA
Bangalore, India
2019.06 - 2024.01
- Supervised operation and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants and associated process equipment.
- Managed RO, UF, softener, filtration and related treatment systems; monitored water-quality parameters and plant performance.
- Planned and coordinated preventive maintenance for pumps, valves, RO systems and related equipment.
- Troubleshoot operational and equipment issues and coordinated corrective maintenance with technical teams.
- Monitored chemical dosing, prepared operational reports and supported process optimization and reliable plant operation.
- Ensured compliance with HSE, environmental and operational requirements; trained and supported plant operators.
Chemical Plant Production Supervisor
SUPREME PETRO CHEM LIMITED, BANGALORE, INDIA
Chennai, India
2016.08 - 2018.11
- Operated and monitored process equipment , identified abnormalities, and supported troubleshooting to maintain stable plant operations.
- Coordinated preventive and corrective maintenance activities to improve equipment reliability, reduce breakdowns, and minimize production downtime.
- Optimized process flow, production methods, and equipment performance to improve productivity, product quality, and operational efficiency.
- Supported implementation of modern manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce operational costs and improve plant performance.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections and operational checks to maintain consistent product quality and reliable production.
- Prepared and maintained production, process, maintenance, and operational reports with accurate documentation for audits and management review.
- Trained and supported new employees on SOPs, process operations, equipment handling, and safe working practices .
- Coordinated effectively with Production, Maintenance, Quality, HSE, and other departments to resolve technical and operational issues.
- Responded promptly to process deviations, equipment failures, and emergency situations , supporting safe operations and preventing major incidents.
- Maintained accurate process records, operating logs, inspection reports, and maintenance documentation in accordance with company procedures.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, process optimization, quality improvement, equipment reliability, safety, and cost reduction .
Operator – Water & Wastewater Treatment
HUBERT ENVIRO CARE SYSTEM, CHENNAI, INDIA
Chennai, India
2013.07 - 2015.01
- Operated and maintained RO, UF, softener and filtration systems in water and wastewater treatment plants.
- Conducted water-quality testing, chemical dosing, routine inspections and preventive maintenance activities.
- Troubleshoot operational issues, maintained plant records and supported HSE and environmental compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Technology / Engineering - Chemical
St. Peter's University
India 2010.06 - 2013.03
Diploma of Education - CHEMICAL
THANTHI ROVER INSTITUTE
TAMILNADU 2007.06 - 2010.04
Skills
- Water & Wastewater Treatment: WTP, STP, ETP, RO, UF, Softener, Multimedia Filtration, LSS Systems
- Water Quality & Process Monitoring: pH, TDS, Conductivity, ORP, Turbidity, Hardness, Alkalinity, Chloride, Flow & Level Monitoring
- Treatment Processes: Chemical Dosing, Ozone Generation, Disinfection, Filtration, Water Quality Control
- Plant Equipment: Centrifugal & Submersible Pumps, Valves, Tanks, Generators, Dosing Systems, Filtration Equipment
- Operations & Maintenance: Plant Operation, Equipment Troubleshooting, Preventive & Corrective Maintenance, PPM, Equipment Inspection
- Instrumentation & Control: Process Instrumentation, Sensors, Control Panels, SCADA/Plant Monitoring, Calibration
- Engineering & Documentation: P&ID Interpretation, Equipment Manuals, SOPs, Technical Reports, Operational Logs
- Laboratory Skills: Chemical Analysis, Reagent Preparation, Water Testing, Laboratory Instrument Calibration, Quality Control
- Chemical Management: Chemical Handling, Dosing Optimization, Chemical Inventory, Safe Storage & Waste Disposal
- Safety & Compliance: HSE, Environmental Compliance, Risk Assessment, Toolbox Talks, Safe Work Procedures
- Team & Operations Management: Team Supervision, Shift Management, Task Allocation, Training, Shift Handover
- Coordination & Reporting: Client Coordination, Contractor Coordination, Procurement & Inventory Coordination, Daily/Monthly Reporting
- Process Improvement: Troubleshooting, Process Optimization, Downtime Reduction, Cost Control, Continuous Improvement
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Tamil
Certification
Fire Warden Certificate Number: FIR9066172 - Highfield
First Aid Certificate Number: ICPRAED21 - STA
Timeline
Chemical engineer
NESMA UNITED INDUSTRIES, TABUK, SAUDI ARABIA
2024.05 - Current
WTP Supervisor
THERMAX INDIA LTD., BANGALORE, INDIA
2019.06 - 2024.01
Chemical Plant Production Supervisor
SUPREME PETRO CHEM LIMITED, BANGALORE, INDIA
2016.08 - 2018.11
Operator – Water & Wastewater Treatment
HUBERT ENVIRO CARE SYSTEM, CHENNAI, INDIA
2013.07 - 2015.01
Bachelor of Technology / Engineering - Chemical
St. Peter's University
2010.06 - 2013.03
Diploma of Education - CHEMICAL
THANTHI ROVER INSTITUTE
2007.06 - 2010.04