3 Switchyard Operations Jobs

About Business JOB DESCRIPTION Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG-rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India. Adani Power Limited (APL): Adani Power Limited (APL), a part of the diversified Adani Group, is the largest private thermal power producer in India. We have a power generation capacity of 15,250 MW comprising thermal power plants in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand, and a 40 MW solar power project in Gujarat. Job Purpose: The role is responsible for leading the maintenance and strategic improvement of the Switchyard and Power Transformer areas, ensuring operational excellence and reliability. This role plays a pivotal role in maintaining equipment availability and implementing best practices to support the company&aposs growth and operational goals. Responsibilities Section Head Electrical Switchyard & Transformer Strategic Planning And Process Improvement Develop and implement strategic and tactical plans in conjunction with peers for the continuous improvement of the Switchyard, Transformer and associated areas. Review and implement process/system improvements as per future needs and identify system upgradation opportunities. Coordinate with other departments to ensure integrated operations and compliance with company policies. Participate in cross-site knowledge sharing, conclaves, and seminars. Operational Excellence And Maintenance Management Provide direction and guidance to ensure efficient and reliable maintenance of Switchyard, Power Transformer, and associated areas. Lead proactive planning and execution of systems to prevent future problems, including the preparation and review of SOPs, JSAs, and SMPs. Oversee the annual overhaul planning and execution, ensuring the availability of all power transformer and switchyard equipment like circuit breaker, Current Transformer, PT (Potential Transformer), CVT (Capacity Voltage Transformer), Isolators, Earth Switch, Earthing systems, etc. along with the protection systems, SCADA and metering systems. Monitor and ensure timely completion of preventive maintenance (PM), corrective maintenance (CM), and condition monitoring. Oversee timely testing of electrical equipment and monitoring of planned switchyard area outages. Monitor and ensure timely closure of notifications and work orders on SAP. Budget And Inventory Management Preparation and finalization of the budget for Switchyard, Power Transformer, and associated areas. Approve purchase requests (PRs) raised by Leads based on the Delegation of Authority (DoA) matrix. Manage spares inventory and development of vital indigenous spares associated with the area (including radiators, bushings, Turret CT, Circuit breakers, CT, PT, CVT, isolators, relays etc.). Monitor contractor performance and certify bills for payment. Ensure cost-effective management of resources and operations within the department. Business Sustainability Perform RCA, MoC, FMEA, ZFO and ensure implementation of timely technical audits including ISO, IWMS, 5S, etc. Ensure adherence to IMS, AWMS, DISHA, ABEM and CHETNA guidelines within the department. Ensure the safety of personnel and equipment through proper training and adherence to safety protocols. Mitigate hazardous processes and ensure participation in mock drills. Compliance with legal and statutory requirements, including electrical license renewals and certifications. Coordinate with government agencies such as GETCO, PGVCL, SLDC, WRLDC, ALDC, NRLDC for integration and compliance with Digitalisation initiatives. Digitalisation And Automation Implement process improvement projects and review newer technology for adoption. Lead and execute comprehensive Digitalisation strategies to optimize operational efficiency. Innovate and implement automation solutions to support overall organizational goals/strategy. Oversee system improvement through innovative ideas and best practices. People And Team Engagement Participate in the recruitment process to attract and retain skilled personnel for the team. Drive and enhance employee engagement across the team and business associated to sustain a positive workplace culture. Lead, inspire, and mentor the team to foster a high-performance culture and ensure cross-skilling through job rotation, technical, and behavioural training. Ensure proper succession planning in the team. Foster a conducive environment for high employee retention by ensuring team satisfaction and professional development. Key Stakeholders - Internal All Departments Head Office ENDORSE Service Departments Techno Commercial Key Stakeholders - External Govt Agencies Vendors Contractors - Material and services Qualifications Educational Qualification: BE/B.tech in Electrical Engineering or a related field from a recognized institution. Work Experience (Range Of Years) 18+ years of experience in electrical maintenance and management within a power distribution. Preferred Industry Experience in the power sector, specifically with expertise in switchyard operations and maintenance, is highly desirable. Show more Show less

You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the Switchyard and Power Transformer areas through meticulous execution of maintenance activities at Adani Power Limited. Your role will be crucial in upholding safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability standards while driving process improvements and innovation. As the Lead Electrical Switchyard, you will coordinate with stakeholders and embrace Digitalisation and automation to enhance operational effectiveness. Your main responsibilities will include: - Executing electrical maintenance activities for the Switchyard, Power Transformer Area, and associated areas to ensure continuous operational reliability. - Implementing comprehensive maintenance strategies, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, to minimize downtime and extend equipment life. - Engaging in repairing and refurbishment activities for associated area equipment, ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out to the highest standards. - Monitoring the condition and availability of all switchyard equipment, troubleshoot equipment failures, and conduct equipment failure analysis to prevent recurrence and improve system reliability. - Identifying and acting on opportunities for process and system enhancements to meet evolving operational needs and directives from leadership. - Providing accurate and timely information for Necessary Formal Approvals (NFAs) for license renewals and contributing to the preparation of comprehensive reports for RCA, FMEA, ZFO, and technical audits. You will also play a key role in maintaining maintenance standards and specifications, supporting business sustainability initiatives, and implementing digitalisation and automation solutions. Your interactions will involve internal stakeholders from all departments and service departments, as well as external stakeholders such as contractors providing materials and services. To qualify for this role, you should have a BE/B.tech in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution, along with 11+ years of experience in electrical maintenance within power distribution. Preferred industry experience includes working in the power generation, transmission, or distribution industry, with a focus on switchyard operations and maintenance.,

As a Lead Electrical Switchyard & Transformer at Adani Power Limited, your role is crucial in ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the Switchyard and Power Transformer areas through meticulous execution of maintenance activities. Upholding safety, environmental compliance, and sustainability standards while driving process improvements and innovation are key aspects of this position. Your responsibilities will include executing electrical maintenance activities for the Switchyard, Power Transformer Area, and associated areas to ensure continuous operational reliability. It will be essential to implement comprehensive maintenance strategies, including preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance, to minimize downtime and extend equipment life. Overhauling during outages and managing maintenance projects efficiently within budgets and manpower allocation will be part of your duties. You will be tasked with monitoring the condition and availability of all switchyard equipment, troubleshooting equipment failures, and conducting equipment failure analysis to prevent recurrence and improve system reliability. Creating PRs for materials and services, preparing SES for completed services, and utilizing SAP for tracking maintenance activities will also be within your scope of work. Identifying and acting on opportunities for process and system enhancements, updating SOPs, JSAs, and SMPs, and ensuring compliance with maintenance standards and specifications will be vital aspects of your role. Providing support for communications with regulatory authorities, ensuring quality assurance processes, and assisting in the preparation of reports for maintenance activities will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will need to implement sustainability guidelines, participate in mock drills and hazard mitigation processes, maintain compliance with legal requirements, and conduct safety trainings for all business associates and employees. Supporting digitalisation strategies and implementing automation solutions to optimize operational efficiency will also be key components of your role. To be successful in this position, you should hold a BE/B.tech in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution and have at least 4+ years of experience in electrical maintenance within power distribution. Preferred industry experience includes the power generation, transmission, or distribution sector, with a focus on switchyard operations and maintenance. Your ability to collaborate with internal departments, service departments, and external stakeholders such as contractors for material and services will be essential for the successful execution of your duties. By following the guidelines and protocols in place, contributing to process improvements, and embracing digitalization and automation, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the operational effectiveness of the Switchyard and Power Transformer areas at Adani Power Limited.,