About the role:
The Manager Utilities & Projects is accountable for managing operations and maintenance related to Boiler & Turbine and leading infrastructure and energy projects. The position is responsible for manpower management, including a team of Executives, Permanent Workmen, and Contract Workers at the department reporting directly and through third party.
Experience: 10-15 Years
Qualification: B.E./B.Tech Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering
Certification: Boiler Operation Engineer (BOE) preferred
Role Responsibilities:
1. Utilities Operation & Maintenance - Ensure efficient and continuous operation of High Pressure Multifuel Boilers (Husk/Slope-fired).
- Operation of captive power plant with exposure of back pressure Turbine.
- Efficient operation of other Utility equipment like Screw compressors, cooling tower, HVAC system for process and utility sites.
- Ensure uninterrupted utility support including steam/power/air to Process and Utility plants.
- Managing efficient operation of Boiler and turbine with benchmarking operational cost targeting best in class SFR for boiler and SSC for turbine.
- Monitor and control key utility performance indicators such as steam-to-ENA ratio, specific fuel consumption, and energy cost per unit of production.
- Lead breakdown analysis, root cause identification, and preventive maintenance plans.
- Maintain high levels of reliability and uptime of utility systems supporting core production.
- Track all associated cost to optimize overall utility cost.
- Ensure compliance of all associated PCB and other statutory requirement including stack OCEMS system.
2. Manpower Management - Supervise and mentor a team comprising of Executives, Permanent Workmen, and Contract Workers.
- Prepare shift rosters, manage daily deployment, and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Promote skill development, multiskilling, and training programs to enhance team competency.
- Ensure high standards of discipline, safety, and productivity among the workforces.
- Exposure to handle larger size operation and maintenance team.
3. Projects Execution - Plan, budget, and execute Capex and infrastructure projects, including upgrades, modifications, and new installations in Boiler & Turbine and utilities area.
- Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure safe and timely completion.
- Conduct technical evaluations, BOQ finalization, and commissioning activities as per Diageo/industry standards.
- Identify energy conservation scope with driving associated projects in terms of carbon neutrality/water conservation etc.
4. Energy & Resource Optimization - Drive energy conservation and resource efficiency projects for power, steam, and water.
- Implement operational improvements using Kaizen, TPM, and Six Sigma tools. - Conduct regular audits of utility systems to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
5. Compliance, Safety & Documentation - Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements including Boiler Act, PCB, IMS, and local authority regulations.
- Maintain SOPs, logbooks, operation manuals, and audit documentation.
- Collaborate with EHS for implementation of safety protocols and risk mitigation measures.
- Lead preparations for IMS, FSSAI, BRSR, and other external/internal audits.
Key Skills & Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of boiler & turbine operation & maintenance.
- In-depth knowledge and experience of Statutory Requirements related to Boiler Operations and also have experience for liaison with Boiler authorities.
- Leadership and team management across multiple workforce categories.
- Strong experience in project execution, energy management, and utility cost optimization.
- Proficiency in using SAP/CMMS, MS Project, and reporting tools.
- Effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.