Senior Manager / Manager Electrical (Coke Oven & By-Product Plant)

Role & responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and maintenance of electrical systems across Coke Oven Battery, Pusher Car, Charging Car, Quenching Car, Transfer Car, CDQ system, By-Product Recovery systems, conveyors, fans, compressors, and substations.
• Ensure reliable performance of HT/LT systems, transformers, switchgear, control panels, and lighting networks.
• Prepare and implement preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance schedules.
• Perform root cause analysis for electrical failures; implement corrective actions.
• Plan spare parts management, AMC contracts, equipment calibration, and maintenance documentation.
• Supervise electrical maintenance activities during shutdowns and major overhauls.
• Support electrical system installation, commissioning, and modification projects.
• Drive automation and modernization initiatives including Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), PLC/DCS integration.
• Prepare technical specifications and assist in vendor selection and procurement activities.
• Monitor power consumption and load distribution; implement energy-saving measures and conduct energy audits.
• Promote energy-efficient technologies such as LED lighting and high-efficiency motors.
• Enforce electrical safety rules based on Indian Electricity Rules (IE Rules), IS standards, and plant SOPs.
• Implement Lockout-Tagout (LOTO), Permit to Work (PTW), and arc flash protection procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments of substations, cables, and electrical systems.
• Support compliance with ISO 45001 (Safety), ISO 14001 (Environment), and statutory inspections.
• Maintain updated Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), equipment manuals, and test records.
• Generate maintenance performance reports, power consumption reports, and downtime analysis.
• Track equipment history and spare parts consumption for cost control.
• Lead and develop a team of engineers, supervisors, and technicians.
• Plan and manage shift rosters and manpower allocation.
• Conduct skill development programs focusing on electrical safety, troubleshooting, and energy efficiency.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications & Experience

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical or Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognized university.

• Manager: 8-12 years of experience in electrical maintenance of Coke Oven and Iron making Process Plants within an Integrated Steel Plant.
• Senior Manager: 12-16 years of experience with proven leadership in electrical maintenance and project execution.
• Exposure to CDQ systems, By-Product Plant operations, and modern control systems (Siemens, ABB PLC/DCS preferred).