Sr General manager - Lead Rotary Machine

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Lead end-to-end lifecycle management of rotary machines – from selection, installation, and commissioning to maintenance and decommissioning.
• Drive reliability engineering initiatives to reduce downtime and improve machine availability.
• Provide expert technical guidance on root cause analysis (RCA) and failure investigations.

Strategy & Planning:

• Develop and implement asset management strategies for rotary equipment aligned with business objectives.
• Create preventive and predictive maintenance programs using RCM (Reliability-Centered Maintenance) or CBM (Condition-Based Monitoring) techniques.
• Drive CAPEX planning and budgeting for new equipment and upgrades.

Operational Excellence:

• Ensure high standards of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance for rotary machinery operations.
• Monitor KPIs related to machine reliability, MTBF/MTTR, maintenance cost, and energy efficiency.
• Lead troubleshooting and turnaround activities during plant shutdowns or overhauls.

Team & Vendor Management:

• Lead a team of mechanical, maintenance, and reliability engineers; provide coaching and performance management.
• Manage OEM relationships, AMC vendors, and third-party contractors for rotary equipment.
• Oversee spare parts inventory planning and vendor development.

Innovation & Digitalization:

• Evaluate and adopt new technologies such as vibration monitoring, thermal imaging, and IoT-based condition monitoring.
• Promote energy optimization and sustainability in machinery operations.

Key Requirements:

• Education:
• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering; M.E./M.Tech preferred.
• Certifications in condition monitoring, vibration analysis, or reliability engineering (e.g., ISO 18436, CMRP) are a plus.
• Experience:
• 15–25 years of experience in rotating equipment maintenance, engineering, or project roles.
• At least 5–7 years in a leadership or senior management role.
• Industry Background (Preferred):
• Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Refineries, Power Plants, Heavy Machinery, or Process Industries
• Skills:
• In-depth knowledge of rotary machine design, maintenance, and failure modes
• Proficiency in using CMMS (SAP PM, Maximo, etc.) and condition monitoring tools
• Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder communication skills