Vandana Global - Deputy General Manager - Plant Operations (7-8 yrs)

Job Title- DGM/AGM-Power Plant- Operations (Boiler Head)

Level- DGM/AGM

Location-Raipur, C.G

About the Job:

- Responsible for leading the daily operations activities and reporting of the Boilers, Ash Handling Plant (AHP) and precipitators (ESP) and supporting the DGM O&M as and how required.

- The individual must ensure smooth Boiler, AHP, & ESP operations and must have a deep understanding of power plant operations and maintenance.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Boiler Operations & Maintenance:

- Execute the scheduled daily production plan taking periodic maintenance activities into account to ensure optimal efficiency, productivity, and profitability

- Monitor the implementation of operational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards and rectify any deviances identified.

- Track daily power generation data to identify trends and generate recommendations for improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and to improve reliability.

- Work closely with the various production unit heads to capture the desired electrical requirements for the uninterrupted operations of their plant units, machinery, and equipment.

- Ensure power generated meets the desired qualitative and quantitative requirements of each production unit, as provided by the same.

- Manage and lead a team of managers, engineers, technicians, and operators to ensure all activities are performed safely and effectively

- Oversee the implementation of systems and processes to monitor, record and control the consumption of raw materials and other resources.

- Validate the raw material quality tests and appropriately amend material consumption schedules.

- Liaise with the Raw Materials department to ensure continuous supply of raw materials for the planned operations of power plant.

- Conduct daily visits across the Boiler, AHP, & ESP work areas to observe, validate, and rectify process deviances and abnormalities.

- Receive maintenance requests from Boiler, AHP, & ESP work areas and share the same with the relevant maintenance teams.

- Work closely with the Operation Excellence team as well as the PM-CBM team to ensure that all the maintenance activities are being completed as per SOPs and on time to reduce downtime and breakdown events.

General Management:

- Ensure that all Boiler, AHP, & ESP operations and maintenance activities adhere to departmental plan and budgets.

- Oversee the implementation of periodic skills and knowledge development training programs across the Boiler, AHP, & ESP team and provide relevant support as required

- Ensure all documentation, records and data sets for the daily Boiler, AHP, & ESP operations and maintenance activities are maintained on internal systems as per departmental SOPs and procedures.

- Support the Head Power Plant in preparing, reporting, and presenting the same data sets at the regular DRM, CRM, MAT and SCM events.

- Maintain a safe working environment, ensuring that all employees are trained in safety protocols and that all equipment is properly maintained.

- Ensure that the team of engineers and technicians are trained and equipped to carry out their duties effectively

- Perform any additional tasks as and how required by the senior and top management.

Requirements and Skills:

Desired Qualifications:

- Bachelors in mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering from a reputable institution.

- Master's degree in similar field preferred.

Desired Experience:

- 7+ years of experience in power plant operations and maintenance,

- 3+ years of leadership role, preferably in power plant

Functional Skills:

- Deep understanding of power plant operations and maintenance, including knowledge of boilers, turbines, generators, and other related equipment

- Proven track record of successful plant management and operational excellence

- Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and policies

- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

- Professional certification in power plant operations and maintenance

Behavioural Competencies:

- Willingness to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed to meet production targets.

- Strong commitment to safety and quality.

- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team of professionals.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.