Chief of Plant Operations

Key Responsibilities :

Operational Leadership : Oversee day-to-day operations of the 40 MW coal washery

reject-based power plant, ensuring maximum efficiency, availability, and reliability.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization : Monitor and assess plant performance,

identify operational bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to ensure

consistent and optimal performance.

Team Management : Lead, guide, and mentor a team of engineers, technicians, and

other staff in executing operations, maintenance, and safety protocols.

Maintenance Oversight : Collaborate with the maintenance team to schedule and

oversee planned maintenance activities, ensuring minimal downtime and timely

resolution of issues.

Process Improvement : Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost

reduction, and efficiency improvements, particularly related to the handling and

processing of coal washery rejects.

Compliance & Safety : Ensure strict adherence to safety, health, and environmental

standards. Implement best practices for operational safety and compliance with

regulatory requirements.

Budget & Resource Management : Develop and manage the operational budget,

ensuring resource allocation is in line with plant goals and operational requirements.

Reporting : Provide regular reports on plant performance, issues, and progress to the

Whole Time Director and Business Head.

Qualifications :

Education : Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E. Mechanical).

Experience : Minimum of 25 years of hands-on experience in power plant operations,

with a proven track record in efficiently managing coal-fired power plants.

Preferred : Experience in handling coal washery reject-based power plants is highly

preferred.

Leadership Experience : Demonstrated ability to manage and lead large teams of

technical staff in a high-pressure, operational environment.

Skills & Competencies :

Technical Expertise : Strong knowledge of power plant operations, particularly coalfired

plants and coal washery reject processing.

Leadership & People Management : Strong leadership skills with experience in

managing diverse teams of engineers, technicians, and support staff.

Process Optimization : Ability to identify and implement process improvements to

optimize plant performance and reduce operational costs.

Safety & Compliance : In-depth understanding of plant safety regulations,

environmental standards, and compliance procedures.

Problem Solving : Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the

ability to think strategically and act decisively.

Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the

ability to report to senior management and interact effectively with various

stakeholders.

Budgeting & Resource Management : Proven experience in managing operational

budgets, resources, and timelines to achieve plant goals.

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