Boiler Operation Engineer

Mafatlal Industries; Nadiad; On-site; INR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Mafatlal Industries in Gujarat, India, is seeking a skilled Boiler Operator to manage steam generation and ensure safe, efficient boiler operations. The role involves monitoring key parameters, maintaining logs, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to prevent disruptions.

The ideal candidate should have mechanical engineering fundamentals, a BOE certificate, and hands-on experience in boiler maintenance and safety compliance. Willingness to work in shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of boiler operations and steam generation.
• Understanding of boiler safety standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of boiler feed water treatment and water quality parameters.
• Experience in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of boiler auxiliaries.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boilers to ensure safe, reliable steam generation.
• Ensure compliance with boiler safety regulations and operating procedures.
• Monitor boiler pressure, temperature, water level, fuel consumption, and other critical parameters.
• Supervise boiler operators and enforce safety standards.
• Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance of boilers and auxiliaries.
• Identify issues, troubleshoot equipment problems, and take corrective actions.
• Maintain boiler logbooks and daily operating reports.

Skills

Boiler operations

Steam generation

Safety standards

Water treatment

Maintenance troubleshooting

Analytical skills

Team handling

Record keeping

Education

Mechanical Engineering

BOE certificate

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Operate and monitor boilers to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient steam generation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable boiler safety regulations, statutory requirements, and operating procedures.
• Monitor boiler pressure, temperature, water level, fuel consumption, and other critical operating parameters.
• Supervise boiler operators and ensure adherence to safety standards and operating procedures.
• Monitor boiler feed water quality, water treatment, and blowdown operations.
• Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance of boilers, pumps, valves, pipelines, and auxiliary equipment.
• Identify operational issues, troubleshoot equipment problems, and take corrective actions.
• Maintain boiler logbooks, daily operating reports, fuel consumption records, and maintenance documentation.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, electrical, and utility teams to ensure uninterrupted steam supply.
• Implement energy-saving initiatives to improve boiler efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
• Ensure proper housekeeping, workplace safety, and emergency preparedness in the boiler house.
• Support statutory inspections, audits, and compliance documentation.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of boiler operations, steam generation, and utility systems.
• Understanding of boiler safety standards and statutory compliance.
• Knowledge of boiler feed water treatment and water quality parameters.
• Experience in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of boiler auxiliaries.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and team-handling skills.
• Ability to maintain operational records and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

Preferred candidate profile

• Relevant technical qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Valid BOE certificate/licence, as required under applicable regulations.
• 58 years of relevant experience in boiler operations, preferably in a manufacturing or textile industry.
• Willingness to work in shifts, if required.