ECHELEMA GODDAY SUNDAY
WTP, ETP OPERATOR
Lafia,Nasarawa State
Summary
Water and wastewater treatment quality control and HSE professional with 3+ years of industrial WWTP/WTP/ETP operations experience. Monitors process parameters, performs chemical dosing, tests water and effluent quality, troubleshoots equipment, and conducts routine maintenance. Produces operational documentation and supports environmental compliance and workplace safety through HACCP and HSE certifications.
Overview
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1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
WTP/ETP Operator
OLAM AGRI
01.2024 - Current
- Operate and monitor WTP and ETP systems to support safe, efficient and continuous treatment operations.
- Monitor critical process parameters including pH, colour, turbidity and flow rates and boiler parameters during treatment.
- Conduct water and effluent quality testing and support chemical dosing and treatment-process control.
- Monitor plant equipment, troubleshoot operational problems and perform routine maintenance/basic repairs.
- Maintain accurate operational logs, treatment records, test results and reports; manage treatment chemical inventory.
- Ensure operations comply with safety, environmental and quality requirements and communicate plant conditions to management.
SIWES TRAINING
Nasarawa State Water Board
Gudi, NA
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted with WTP operation and monitoring and collected raw/treated water samples.
- Performed pH, turbidity, colour, hardness, alkalinity, residual chlorine and jar test analysis, plus microbiological analysis.
- Operated spectrophotometer, turbidimeter, pH meter, Lovibond comparator, weighing balance, microscope and thermometer.
- Recorded laboratory results, supported chemical dosing/process monitoring and followed laboratory safety procedures.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient workflow and production standards.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs proactively.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted quality checks to maintain product consistency and adherence to specifications.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline operations and optimize resource allocation.
- Maintained accurate records of production output and inventory levels for reporting purposes.
- Developed standard operating procedures that improved efficiency across shifts.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Operated water distribution systems to ensure consistent supply to residential and commercial areas.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols, enhancing overall team performance.
- Led weekly safety briefings, promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members.
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY (EHS) OFFICER
OLAM AGRI
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Conduct workplace safety inspections, identify hazards and support compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in risk assessments and recommend corrective/preventive actions to reduce workplace risks.
- Facilitate toolbox talks and safety awareness programmes for employees and contractors.
- Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions and support corrective actions.
- Monitor PPE compliance, maintain HSE records and support environmental compliance, waste management and emergency response.
COMPUTER OPERATOR.
GRACE FIELD ACADEMY
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Supported student result processing, typed test and exam records, managed data backups and security, and provided basic technical support.
- Monitored system performance, completed routine maintenance, and assisted with network and connectivity troubleshooting.
Education
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Microbiology
University of Maiduguri
Nigeria05-2034
Diploma - Data Processing and Desktop Publishing (Computer)
Investment Business Information and Training Center (IBITC)
Lafia01-2018
Senior School Certificate Examination - undefined
Government Science School
Obi01-2017
Skills
Water treatment operations
Parameter control and assessment
Dosing system management
Quality testing procedures
Equipment troubleshooting
Environmental compliance
Safety inspections and protocols
Emergency response planning
Certification
HACCP – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, Alison, 2026, Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), 2024, HSE Level 1 & 2 Awareness, HSE Level 3, The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024, Behavioural Safety in the Workplace, Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), 2024, The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024, Fire Warden Training, ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Foundations, The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024, COSHH Hazard Communication Awareness, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Awareness, The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024, COSHH and Working in Confined Spaces, ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System, The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024, COSHH Risk Assessor Certification, Data Processing and Desktop Publishing, 2018, The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024, Working at Height Safety Induction, Investment Business Information Training Center (IBITC), The Knights of Safety Academy, 202
References
Available On Request.
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING
- HACCP – Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points
- Alison, 2026
- Institute of Safety Professionals of Nigeria (ISPON), 2024
- HSE Level 1 & 2 Awareness
- HSE Level 3
- The Knights of Safety Academy, 2024
- Behavioural Safety in the Workplace
- Fire Warden Training
- ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System Foundations
- COSHH Hazard Communication Awareness
- ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System Awareness
- COSHH and Working in Confined Spaces
- ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System
- COSHH Risk Assessor Certification
- Data Processing and Desktop Publishing, 2018
- Working at Height Safety Induction
- Investment Business Information Training Center (IBITC)
- The Knights of Safety Academy, 202
Accomplishments
- Successfully operated and monitored WTP and ETP systems, supporting safe, efficient and continuous treatment operations.
- Maintained consistent monitoring of critical treatment parameters including pH, colour, turbidity and flow rates to support effective process control.
- Conducted water and effluent quality testing and supported chemical dosing to maintain treatment-process performance.
- Identified and troubleshot operational problems and carried out routine maintenance/basic repairs on treatment equipment.
- Maintained accurate operational logs, treatment records, laboratory results and reports, supporting effective plant documentation and traceability.
Timeline
WTP/ETP Operator
OLAM AGRI
01.2024 - Current
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY (EHS) OFFICER
OLAM AGRI
01.2023 - 12.2023
SIWES TRAINING
Nasarawa State Water Board
12.2020 - 05.2021
COMPUTER OPERATOR.
GRACE FIELD ACADEMY
01.2018 - 10.2018
Senior School Certificate Examination - undefined
Government Science School
Diploma - Data Processing and Desktop Publishing (Computer)
Investment Business Information and Training Center (IBITC)
B.Sc. (Hons.) - Microbiology
University of Maiduguri