Control Room Operator - Blast Furnace

Jindal Steel Limited; Raigarh; On-site; INR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Jindal Steel Limited is seeking an experienced plant operator to monitor and control heavy manufacturing processes using DCS/SCADA systems. The role focuses on maintaining stable operations, responding to alarms, and coordinating with field teams for startup and shutdown activities.

The candidate will ensure process controls stay within safe operating limits, generate shift reports, and seek opportunities for efficiency improvements while upholding safety standards and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Monitor plant process parameters via DCS/SCADA systems to ensure stable operations.
• Respond promptly to system alarms, diagnose process deviations, and take corrective actions.
• Communicate with field operators and maintenance to coordinate activities and startup/shutdown sequences.
• Maintain accurate electronic logs of shift activities and production metrics.

Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor process parameters and adjust setpoints remotely to meet targets and quality.
• Respond to alarms and diagnose deviations to stabilize the process.
• Coordinate with field operators and maintenance for startup/shutdown sequences.
• Maintain shift logs and generate reports on production metrics and issues.
• Analyze trends to identify efficiency improvements and cost reductions while ensuring safety and compliance.

Skills

DCS operations

SCADA operations

Analytical skills

Communication

Tools

DCS/SCADA software

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Continuously monitor plant process parameters (temperature, pressure, flow rates, levels) via DCS/SCADA systems to ensure stable operations.

Remotely adjust setpoints, control valves, and execute start/stop commands for process equipment to meet production targets and maintain quality.

Respond promptly to system alarms, diagnose process deviations, and take immediate corrective actions to stabilize the process.

Communicate continuously with field operators, shift in-charges, and maintenance via radio to coordinate field activities, equipment isolation, and startup/shutdown sequences.

Act as the primary point of control during plant emergencies; execute safe shutdown procedures and coordinate emergency response efforts.

Maintain accurate electronic logs of shift activities, process changes, and equipment status. Generate shift reports detailing production metrics and operational issues.

Analyze process trends to identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and cost reduction without compromising safety or quality.

Ensure all process controls are operated within defined safe operating limits (SOL) and comply with environmental and safety regulations.

Preferred candidate profile

3-8 years of experience in heavy manufacturing or continuous process plant operations, with direct experience operating DCS/SCADA systems.

• Proficiency in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and SCADA operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm under high-pressure situations.
• Excellent communication and cross-team coordination skills.
• High vigilance and strong attention to detail.