Manager - Utilities & Project

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.

Diversity statement:

We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you’ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You’ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.

Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.