Process Specialist

Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water®. Sourced from a natural aquifer hundreds of miles below the Earth’s surface, and bottled in Viti Levu, FIJI Water is known worldwide for its iconic square bottle, unique mineral profile, and soft smooth taste.  

FIJI Water is one of the country’s leading employers–it is innovative and safe and creates long-term personal and professional opportunities for its employees. Being part of FIJI Water is to be in a larger family of businesses and brands across the globe as a division of The Wonderful Company, and one that is helping to make the world a better place with its high-quality, healthy brands, and a mission to ensure the communities where its employees live and work thrive. That commitment extends to the FIJI Water Foundation—one of the largest philanthropic organizations in Fiji—which focuses its efforts and investments on education, clean water access, environmental sustainability, health and wellness, emergency relief, and community development.

The Process Specialist (Water Systems) is responsible for managing the operations, reliability, and quality of the water systems processes—from the boreholes to the fillers—and the associated areas of this function. The technician is responsible for carrying out CIPs as per the set plans, conducting repair and maintenance of the systems, managing the boreholes, safe handling and management of process chemicals, and the department’s quality program, maintaining accurate records, and actively leading continuous improvement initiatives within the department. The technician works closely with the Quality Department to ensure all water quality parameters are met.

• Water System Operations: Operate, manage, and troubleshoot water system equipment from the borehole to the fillers. Take readings of key operating parameters such as flow rates, water pressure, temperature, EC, TDS, and other critical parameters as identified
• Clean-In-Place and Clean-Out-of-Place Operations: Perform routine sanitation and Clean-In-Place (CIP) procedures as per schedule. Follow sanitary practices and ensure hygiene compliance during operations. Assist the Hygiene team in carrying out external cleanings of the fillers, filter blocks, boreholes, and other identified clean zones. for the safe handling and management of process chemicals. Optimize CIP/COP processes to reduce downtime, chemical consumption, and water/energy usage. Safely receive, store, label, and handle process chemicals (e.g., caustic soda, acids, sanitizers, anti-scalants).
• Manage Water Quality: Assist the lab with sampling of water and other key environmental samples. Help analyze data and conduct troubleshooting when out-of-spec results are identified
• Meter Reading and Water Mass Balance: Conduct meter readings for compliance with FIJI Government regulations and for internal water mass balance calculations. Complete shift-by-shift water mass balances and provide monthly water reading data to Finance for water resource tax (WRT) payment
• Maintenance Planning and Execution: Plan and manage all maintenance activities for water systems in the CMMS. Perform maintenance according to OEM guidelines
• Inventory Management: Monitor and Manage inventory of water systems consumables, process chemicals and critical spares to maintain required service levels. Reorder as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain all required documentation for water systems and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Compliance: Support organizational quality compliance and environmental initiatives across the site

• Successful completion of Year 12 examination
• Certificate or Diploma in a technical field such as Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, or Water Technology
• Basic understanding of scientific principles related to water quality and sanitation.
• 1–2 years of experience in water treatment, sanitation, or a related operational role in a manufacturing environment

If you are keen to develop your career in an exciting business with a well-regarded brand, then this could be for you.

Successful applicants must have an excellent work ethic, be self-motivated with proven problem-solving capabilities, able to meet the fast-paced nature of business demands with a “can-do” attitude, committed to delivering outputs in a timely manner, a team player, reliable, and work with minimal supervision; supports organisational philanthropic, corporate, and environmental initiatives, and models Company’s core values: Adapt and Grow, Do What’s Right, Nourish and Develop, Play to Win, and Work Together.

Please submit your applications through the link provided.

FIJI Water thanks all potential applicants and advises that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

NWVL is an Equal Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, age, or other protected categories outlined by local legislation.

FIJI® Water is a natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji Islands). With its iconic square bottle, soft mouthfeel, and with more than double the electrolytes compared to the other two top premium bottled water brands, FIJI Water is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water has a perfectly balanced 7.7pH. FIJI Water is available in a variety of sizes, including 330mL, 500mL, 700mL, 700mL Sports Cap, 1L, and 1.5L. 

As part of its longstanding commitment to sustainability, nearly 70% of FIJI Water’s global bottle volume is in 100% recycled plastic (rPET) including its best-selling 500mL and 330mL bottles. Since 2007, the FIJI Water Foundation has been committed to supporting environmental conservation and strengthening local communities, investing more than FJD $47 million in community development, access to safe water, education, health & wellness, and environmental sustainability. 

To discover Earth’s Finest Water®, please visit www.fijiwater.com, like us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram.

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