Deputy General Manager

Position Name:

Role Objective:

To lead the Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) function of a 0.75 MTPA Steel Melting Shop, ensuring safe, reliable, and energy-efficient operations of furnaces, secondary metallurgy, and continuous casting facilities. The role drives advanced maintenance practices, automation, and technology adoption to achieve uninterrupted steelmaking operations and sustainable performance.

Role Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Formulate long-term E&I strategies for reliable and efficient SMS operations.
  
• Develop automation, digitalization, and predictive maintenance roadmaps.
  
• Plan budgets, manpower, and resources for E&I activities.
  

• Operations & Maintenance

• Ensure reliable operation and maintenance of all E&I systems in:
  
• Primary Steelmaking: Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) / Basic Oxygen Furnace (BOF).
  
• Secondary Metallurgy: Ladle Furnace (LF), Vacuum Degasser (VD/VOD).
  
• Continuous Casting Machines (CCM).
  
• Overhead cranes, conveyors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
  
• Substations, rectifiers, transformers, and power distribution systems.
  
• Drive preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance.
  
• Troubleshoot complex electrical, automation, and instrumentation issues.
  

• Automation & Process Control

• Oversee PLC/DCS/SCADA control systems for furnaces, ladles, and casting.
  
• Ensure integration of Level-1 and Level-2 automation for steelmaking and casting.
  
• Drive adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT monitoring, analytics, digital twins).
  

• Projects & Modernization

• Lead E&I scope in SMS projects, expansions, and modernization.
  
• Review engineering designs, specifications, and vendor compliance.
  
• Oversee commissioning, system integration, and performance validation.
  

• Safety, Environment & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with statutory electrical safety and factory laws.
  
• Build a strong EHS culture with focus on zero-incident performance.
  
• Implement ISO certifications (9001, 14001, 45001, 50001).
  
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective actions.
  

• Energy & Cost Optimization

• Monitor and optimize power consumption in furnaces, ladles, and CCM.
  
• Implement reactive power management, load balancing, and energy efficiency initiatives.
  
• Optimize spares, vendor management, and cost of ownership.
  

• People & Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop managers, engineers, and technicians.
  
• Enhance competencies through training and exposure to emerging technologies.
  
• Foster a culture of accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement.
  

• Stakeholder Coordination

• Collaborate with Production, Mechanical, Refractory, Utilities, and Projects teams.
  
• Manage OEMs, service providers, and contractors.
  
• Represent E&I in audits, reviews, and management forums.
  

• General Responsibilities

• Foster a respectful and inclusive work environment, free from harassment and discrimination.
  
• Ensure customer focus and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  
• Drive process effectiveness, incident reporting, and workplace safety.
  
• Contribute to environmental compliance, pollution prevention, and energy objectives.
  

Competencies:

• Leadership and team management
  
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and IR practices
  
• Stakeholder management and negotiation
  
• Decision-making and problem-solving
  
• Ethical conduct and transparency
  
• Crisis and conflict resolution
  

Key Skills:

• Expertise in EAF/BOF, LF, VD/VOD, and CCM E&I systems
  
• Knowledge of HV/MV/LV power systems, furnace transformers, rectifiers, and protection systems
  
• Proficiency in PLC/DCS/SCADA (Siemens, ABB, Allen Bradley)
  
• Knowledge of process instrumentation (flow, temperature, pressure, level, emissions)
  
• Strong focus on safety, energy efficiency, and sustainability
  

Abilities:

• Strategic and analytical mindset
  
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
  
• Effective communication and collaboration
  
• Adaptability and innovation orientation
  
• Strong team mentoring and development capability
  

Qualification & Experience:

• Education:

  B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering (PG in Power Systems / Automation preferred).

• Experience:

  16 to 25 years Experience in Steel Melting Shop (SMS).