Plant Manager - O & M Hydro Power Project

Company Name

ADD Energy Management Co. Pvt. Ltd.
(A Group Company)

Job Location

Varuna SHP Project,
KRS Dam, Hongahalli Village,Srirangapatna Taluk,Mandya District 571607, Karnataka

Industry Type

Power / Renewable Energy / Hydro Power

Functional Area

Operations & Maintenance / Site Engineering / Energy Management

Functional Area

Operations & Maintenance / Site Engineering / Energy Management

Role Category

Operations & Maintenance Hydro Power

Education

• UG: B.Tech/B.E. in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• Preferred: Candidates with hydro power plant O&M experience
  

Experience

10+ years, with at least 3-5 years in Hydro Power Plant O&M

Role Overview

Plant Manager

Role & responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance:

• Ensure uninterrupted operation of the hydro power station.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance of turbines, generators, switchgear, and auxiliary equipment.
• Monitor performance via SCADA/control systems and troubleshoot abnormalities.

Team Management & Safety:

• Lead a team of site engineers, technicians, and support staff.
• Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and enforce site safety protocols.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Ensure all operations comply with CEA, KERC, KSPCB, and other regulatory norms.
• Submit regular generation, downtime, and statutory compliance reports.

Project Coordination & Documentation:

• Handle remaining project-related activities such as EPC clearances, handovers, defect rectifications, and project file closure.
• Maintain accurate records of all testing, commissioning, and civil/mechanical/electrical work.

Insurance Management:

• Manage plant and equipment insurance policies including renewals and claims.
• Coordinate with insurance providers for inspections, documentation, and settlements.

Inventory & Admin:

• Monitor spare parts, tools, and consumables inventory.
• Oversee site budgets and coordinate with head office teams for procurement and HR support.

Emergency Handling:

• Take charge during equipment failures, grid disconnections, or natural events like flooding.
• Develop and implement plant emergency preparedness plans.

Preferred candidate profile

• In-depth knowledge of hydro power generation systems.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with SCADA/control systems, turbine/generator operation, and switchyard.
• Experience in working with regulatory authorities.
• Proficiency in Kannada is a plus for local coordination.

Key Skills

Hydro Power | Plant Operations | O&M | Turbines | Generators | Switchyard | SCADA | Site Management | Regulatory Compliance | Insurance | Project Closure | Electrical Engineering | Mechanical Engineering | KERC | CEA