Assistant Manager - Operations & Maintenance (Chemistry)

Adani; Udupi district; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani is seeking an Assistant Manager - Operations & Maintenance (Chemistry) in Karnataka. The role focuses on leading water systems operations, chemical handling, and process optimization within a thermal power facility.

You will drive corrosion control, water chemistry management, and automation initiatives while ensuring safety, compliance, and timely maintenance scheduling.

Qualifications

• MSc/BSc/BTech in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with specialization in water chemistry preferred.
• 7+ years in thermal power plant chemistry operations focusing on boiler water chemistry and water treatment systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead/operational support staff for water systems.
• Oversee daily operations of pre-treatment, seawater/brackish water RO, DM, ETP and STP, ZLD, NH3 storage, and chlorination systems.
• Coordinate with maintenance for timely planned maintenance and PM schedules.
• Implement work instructions to meet production quantity and quality targets.
• Raise MRS to procure materials; manage PRs for services.
• Prepare and submit MIS reports; maintain inventory records and SAP activities.

Skills

Water treatment

Maintenance coordination

Digitalization

Automation

Education

Chemistry/Chemical Eng degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Assistant Manager - Operations & Maintenance (Chemistry)

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Responsibilities

Lead/Operational Support Staff - Water Systems

Operational Excellence:

Execute the daily operations of pre-treatment, sea water/brackish water RO plant, DM systems, ETP and STP systems, ZLD, NH3 storage, N-Pit systems and Chlorination/Electro Chlorination systems, ensuring smooth execution of day-to-day activities.

Coordinate with the Maintenance team for timely completion of planned maintenance jobs to ensure equipment availability and follow up on PM schedule.

Execute the implementation of work instructions for efficient plant operations and achieve production quantity and quality as per set targets..

Raise Material Service Requests (MRS) to procure materials from stores as needed.

Reporting and Documentation:

Prepare and submit Daily Management Information System (MIS) reports.

Maintain accurate records of chemical and consumable goods inventory.

Engage in day-to-day SAP activities related to operations.

Raise Purchase Requests (PRs) for materials and services procurement.

Business Sustainability:

Implement and follow IMS, AWMS, DISHA and CHETNA guidelines within the department.

Maintain the safety of personnel and equipment through proper training and adherence to safety protocols.

Ensure adherence to compliance with all legal and statutory requirements concerning plant operations.

Ensure all formats are in line with PTW (Permit to Work) guidelines.

Digitization and Automation:

Execute comprehensive digitization strategies to optimize operational efficiency.

Implement automation solutions to support overall organizational goals/strategy.

Implement process and system improvements, adopting newer technologies and innovative ideas.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

Operations & Maintenance

Environment & Sustainability

Key Stakeholders - External:

Contractors

Qualifications

Educational Qualification:

M.Sc./B.Sc./B.Tech in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering or a related field with a specialization in water chemistry or industrial chemistry preferred.

Work Experience (Range of years):

7+ years in Thermal Power plant chemistry area operations, with a focus on Boiler Water chemistry (500 MW+), coal & oil analysis and water treatment systems.

Preferred Industry:

Experience in Thermal Power Plant or similar industry.

Job Info

• Job Identification 57713
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 09/04/2026, 05:58 AM