Captive Power Plant - Maintenance

Job Overview:

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Power Plant Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a B.E/B.Tech degree and substantial hands-on experience in a 500 MW or similar capacity power plant. You will be responsible for ensuring disciplined operations, maintaining safety standards, and optimizing productivity while managing quality, time, and costs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Management:
• Oversee the on and off-shift operations of various boiler systems, including CFBC and AFBC units, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Facilitate Operations & Maintenance (O&M) activities using protocols such as work permit systems, positive isolation, and ESI/ENSAFE safety measures.

• Safety Compliance:
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols related to protections and interlocks for both boilers and turbines.
• Conduct monthly safety meetings and daily toolbox talks to promote a culture of safety and enhance 5S standards.

• Equipment Management:
• Troubleshoot issues related to turbines and boilers, effectively resolving problems that cause tripping with relevant departments.
• Prepare boilers for light-up, hydraulic tests, and ensure safe startup/shutdown of the thermal power plant.

• Emergency Response:
• Manage emergencies such as blackouts, turbine trips, and boiler trips, ensuring swift resolution.

• Project Operations:
• Handle complete project operations, including planning, resource utilization, operation, maintenance, and manpower management.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure smooth operations and job distribution.

• Performance Analysis:
• Analyze generation reports and prepare follow-up schedules during plant shutdowns.
• Monitor and optimize the performance of parallel operation controls for multiple generation units.

• Construction Planning:
• Oversee utility gallery construction planning, cable gallery erection, and installation of utility gas and water supply lines.
• Manage the lifting schemes, manpower distribution, and job alignment with vendor workforces.

• Documentation and Reporting:
• Prepare and maintain operational documentation, including fault analysis and job reports.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (B.E/B.Tech) in Mechanical, Electrical, or related field.
• Minimum 6 to 16 years of experience in power plant operations or maintenance, specifically in a 500 MW or similar capacity facility.
• Strong understanding of power generation processes, equipment, and systems.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices in power plant operations.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.