Deputy Manager - Operations

Esyasoft; Ujjain; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Esyasoft Technologies Private Limited in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, invites an Operations Manager – Meter Installation to lead large-scale smart meter deployment under AMISP projects. You will plan, execute, and monitor installation efforts, ensuring targets, quality, safety, and strong coordination with DISCOMs and field teams.

Ideal candidates have 8–15 years in utility operations or large deployments, with a focus on project execution and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical/electronics/instrumentation/mechanical engineering or related field.
• MBA/Operations Management qualification is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end smart meter installation and replacement operations across project locations.
• Develop installation plans and deployment strategies to achieve milestones.
• Manage field installation teams, supervisors, contractors, and vendor partners.
• Monitor daily installation progress, commissioning status, and meter activation.
• Ensure adherence to installation SOPs, quality standards and safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with DISCOMs, officials, consumers and stakeholders for smooth execution.
• Track manpower productivity and material utilization for projects.

Skills

Field Operations Management

Workforce Planning

Utility Operations

Project Execution

Quality Assurance

Safety Compliance

MIS Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

MBA/Operations Management qualification (advantage)

Job description

Esyasoft Technologies Private Limited | Full time

• Relevant Experience (Years) 8 to 10 years
• Required Skills
  • Operations Management qua...
  • project execution
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• Industry Energy and Utilities
• Country India
• City Ujjain

Job Description

The Operations Manager – Meter Installation is responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring large-scale smart meter installation activities under AMISP projects. The role ensures achievement of installation targets, adherence to quality and safety standards, resource optimization, and effective coordination with DISCOMs, vendors, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end smart meter installation and replacement operations across assigned project locations.
• Develop installation plans and deployment strategies to achieve project milestones and productivity targets.
• Manage field installation teams, supervisors, contractors, and vendor partners.
• Monitor daily installation progress, commissioning status, and meter activation performance.
• Ensure adherence to installation SOPs, quality standards, and safety guidelines.
• Coordinate with DISCOM officials, consumers, local authorities, and project stakeholders for smooth execution.
• Track manpower productivity, material utilization, and project resource requirements.
• Resolve field-level operational challenges and escalated critical issues as required.
• Ensure timely availability of meters, accessories, installation kits, and related materials.
• Monitor installation quality through audits and corrective action mechanisms.
• Review operational dashboards and generate daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Drive process improvements to enhance installation efficiency and customer experience.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, SLAs, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• MBA/Operations Management qualification is an added advantage.

Experience

• 8 to 15 years of experience in utility operations, smart metering, power distribution, or large-scale field deployment projects.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience managing meter installation or field operations teams.
• Experience in AMISP, AMI, RDSS, or Smart Grid projects is preferred.

Key Skills

• Field Operations Management
• Workforce Planning & Deployment
• Utility Operations
• Project Execution & Monitoring
• Quality Assurance & Audits
• Safety Compliance
• MIS Reporting & Data Analysis
• Stakeholder Management
• Problem Solving & Escalation Management

Preferred Skills

• Understanding of AMI ecosystem, HES, MDM, and communication technologies.
• Knowledge of RF Mesh, Cellular (2G/4G/NB-IoT), and PLC-based smart metering solutions.
• Familiarity with DISCOM operational processes and RDSS programs.
• Experience with mobile workforce management and project tracking tools.