Commissioning Manager

Adani Power Ltd.; Singrauli; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Power Ltd. in Singrauli seeks a seasoned Commissioning Manager to plan, coordinate and execute pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing and handover of thermal power plant systems.

You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensure safety and compliance, and drive readiness of BTG, boiler, turbine, generator, and Balance of Plant systems from construction completion through unit handover to Operations. Strong coordination with EPC, OEMs and Operations, plus rigorous testing and documentation,

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical or Instrumentation from a recognised institution.
• Experience in thermal power plant projects, commissioning and start-up.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commissioning strategy and detailed schedules.
• Coordinate system turnover from Construction to Commissioning and Operations.
• Lead commissioning of boiler, turbine, generator, and BOP systems.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance in all commissioning activities.
• Drive closure of punch points and non-conformities.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Safety compliance

Stakeholder management

Coordination

Problem solving

Site-based commissioning

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Instrumentation

Tools

DCS testing

PLC testing

Interlock testing

Job description

The Commissioning Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing pre-commissioning, commissioning, testing and successful handover of thermal power plant systems. The role will ensure safe, timely and technically compliant commissioning of BTG and associated Balance of Plant systems, working closely with Engineering, Construction, OEMs, contractors and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall commissioning strategy, detailed schedules, procedures and system-wise commissioning plans.
• Establish commissioning priorities aligned with construction completion and project milestones.
• Coordinate system turnover from Construction to Commissioning and subsequently to Operations.
• Monitor commissioning progress, constraints, punch points and critical-path activities.

2. Boiler & Auxiliaries

• Lead/coordinate commissioning of boiler and associated auxiliary systems.
• Oversee activities such as boiler hydro-test readiness, chemical cleaning, steam blowing, light-up and initial firing.
• Ensure readiness of coal handling, fuel oil, ash handling and related systems required for unit commissioning.
• Coordinate commissioning of steam turbine, generator and associated systems.
• Oversee activities covering turbine oil flushing, barring gear, vacuum systems, condenser, gland sealing and turbine auxiliaries.
• Coordinate turbine rolling, synchronisation and progressive loading of the generating unit.

4. Balance of Plant

• Ensure commissioning readiness and integration of key BOP systems, including:
• Cooling Water / Cooling Tower
• DM & Water Treatment Plant
• Condensate and Feed Water Systems
• Compressed Air
• HVAC
• Coal and Ash Handling
• Effluent / Wastewater Systems
• Other utilities and plant auxiliary systems

5. Electrical & C&I Interface

• Coordinate commissioning of HT/LT switchgear, transformers, generators, switchyard and electrical auxiliary systems.
• Work closely with C&I teams for DCS, PLC, protection, interlocks, logic checks and instrumentation readiness.
• Ensure successful integration of mechanical, electrical and control systems prior to unit start-up.

6. Unit Start-up & Performance Testing

• Lead overall plant readiness for first fire, steam blowing, turbine rolling, synchronisation and unit loading.
• Coordinate reliability runs and performance guarantee testing.
• Ensure resolution of commissioning observations and technical issues before final handover.

7. Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure commissioning activities comply with approved procedures, safety standards and statutory requirements.
• Implement Permit-to-Work, LOTO and safe system energisation practices.
• Ensure commissioning documentation, test reports and inspection records are properly maintained.
• Drive closure of punch points and non-conformities.

8. Stakeholder & Team Management

• Coordinate closely with Project Management, Engineering, Construction, Planning, Quality, EHS and Operations teams.
• Manage interfaces with OEMs, EPC contractors, consultants and commissioning agencies.
• Lead multidisciplinary commissioning teams and ensure effective deployment of resources.
• Conduct commissioning review meetings and escalate critical constraints affecting project milestones.

Qualification

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Additional certification or specialised training in power plant commissioning/project management would be advantageous.

Experience

• Significant experience in thermal power plant projects, commissioning and start-up.
• Strong hands-on exposure to commissioning of BTG and/or major Balance of Plant systems.
• Experience of at least one large thermal power project from construction completion through commissioning and unit handover is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with major EPC contractors/OEMs in utility-scale thermal power projects would be advantageous.
• Thermal Power Plant Commissioning
• Boiler, Turbine & Generator Systems
• Balance of Plant Commissioning
• Mechanical / Electrical / C&I Interface Management
• DCS, Protection & Interlock Testing
• Steam Blowing and Turbine Rolling
• Reliability Run & Performance Testing
• Punch Point Management
• OEM / EPC Contractor Management
• Strong execution and problem-solving ability
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary site teams
• High focus on safety, quality and schedule
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Ownership and result orientation

Preferred Candidate Profile

12-15 Years of Experience in Power Plant Commissioning

An experienced thermal power professional with strong site-based commissioning and start-up exposure, capable of independently managing multidisciplinary commissioning activities from system handover through first firing, turbine rolling, synchronisation, reliability run, performance testing and final handover to Operations.