Site Supervisor – Industrial Mobile Water Treatment Plant
SITE SUPERVISOR – LEPHALALE
Date Posted: 21 September 2026
Location: Lephalale, Limpopo
About the Company
We are a leading provider of industrial water treatment solutions, delivering reliable and innovative services to clients across the mining, manufacturing, power generation, and industrial sectors. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Site Supervisor to lead the operation and maintenance of our Mobile Water Treatment Plants at client sites.
Position Summary
The Site Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing all operational, maintenance, safety, and reporting activities associated with industrial mobile water treatment plants. The successful candidate must have extensive experience in Media Filtration, Ultrafiltration (UF), and Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems and be capable of managing site personnel while ensuring contractual performance targets are achieved.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise the daily operation and maintenance of industrial mobile water treatment plants.
Ensure optimal performance of Media Filtration, Ultrafiltration (UF), and Reverse Osmosis (RO) systems.
Monitor plant operating parameters and water quality to ensure compliance with client and regulatory requirements.
Lead and supervise plant operators, technicians, and subcontractors.
Perform troubleshooting, fault-finding, and corrective maintenance on treatment
systems.
Coordinate preventative maintenance activities and plant shutdowns.
Ensure compliance with Occupational Health, Safety, Environmental, and
Quality (SHEQ) standards.
Conduct risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety inspections.
Maintain operational records, maintenance reports, water quality reports, and
monthly performance reports.
Manage chemical inventories, consumables, spare parts, and site assets.
Liaise professionally with clients and provide technical support when required.
Support plant mobilization, commissioning, and demobilization activities
Ensure contractual KPIs and production targets are consistently
Minimum Requirements
• National Diploma or Degree in Water Care, Water Treatment Technology, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial water treatment operations.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a water treatment environment.
• Demonstrated experience with:
o Multimedia and Media Filtration Systems o Ultrafiltration (UF) Membrane Systems
o Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plants
o Chemical Dosing Systems
o CIP (Clean-in-Place) Procedures
• Strong understanding of industrial water chemistry and water quality analysis.
• Experience working on industrial, mining, manufacturing, or power generation sites.
• Knowledge of pumps, valves, instrumentation, and process control systems.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Office and reporting systems.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Willingness to travel and work at remote client sites when required.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with containerized or mobile water treatment plants.
• Knowledge of PLC and SCADA systems.
• Experience in mine water treatment, wastewater reuse, or industrial process water treatment.
Key Competencies
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities
• Effective communication and client relationship management
• Planning, scheduling, and organizational skills
• High attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet operational targets
• Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance
Remuneration
Market-related salary package, based on qualifications and experience.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV and copies of qualifications to hr@watericon.com
Closing Date: 20 October 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you feel you have got what it takes please send C.V to hr@watericon.com
If you do not hear back from us within 2 weeks then please note your submission was unsuccessful.