Maintenance Technician, ING, P&B

dsm-firmenich; Bharuch District; On-site; INR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Recognition program

On-site training

Safety culture and 5S practices

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Dahej, India, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive and breakdown maintenance on rotating and static equipment in our chemical plants. You will read P&IDs, interpret drawings, and ensure safety procedures are followed.

The ideal candidate has an ITI in Mechanical and 5–7 years of hands-on experience in chemical industries, with experience in equipment alignment, lubrication, and shutdown activities.

Qualifications

• ITI in Mechanical with first class.
• 5–7 years of experience in Chemical, Petrochemical, Specialty Chemical industries.
• Hands-on maintenance experience: breakdown, shutdowns, and plant maintenance of rotary and static equipment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of rotating and static equipment.
• Maintain pumps, gearboxes, agitators, blowers, fans, reactors, heat exchangers, valves and piping.
• Perform equipment alignment, bearing and seal replacement, lubrication.
• Execute shutdowns and turnaround maintenance safely and on schedule.
• Troubleshoot mechanical failures and identify root causes to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, drawings and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure safety compliance including PTW, LOTOTO and hot work requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, instrumentation, and electrical teams.
• Maintain maintenance records and SAP entries.
• Monitor contractor safety and quality of workmanship.

Skills

Maintenance

Mechanical

P&ID reading

Safety compliance

Education

ITI in Mechanical (First Class)

Tools

SAP

Job description

City, Country - Dahej, India

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Job Title – Maintenance Technician

City, Country - Dahej, India

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of rotating and static equipment of Chemical industries.
• Maintenance activity of pumps, gearboxes, agitators, blowers, fans, reactors (MSGL and Metallic), heat exchangers (Shell and tube & PHE), Vacuum system, valves, and piping systems (welding and fabrication knowledge).
• Perform equipment alignment, bearing replacement, seal replacement, lubrication activities.
• Execute shutdown and turnaround maintenance activities safely and within schedule.
• 5.Troubleshoot mechanical failures and identify root causes to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret P&IDs, mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures including PTW (Permit to Work), LOTOTO, confined space entry, and hot work requirements.
• Coordinate with operations, instrumentation, and electrical teams during maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment condition and report abnormalities such as vibration, leakage, overheating, and unusual noise.
• Maintain maintenance records, job cards, checklists, and SAP entries.
• Monitor contractors safety and ensure quality workmanship during maintenance jobs.
• Participate in reliability improvement and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure proper housekeeping and 5S practices in maintenance areas.
• Support commissioning and installation of new equipment and modifications and project /PCN/MOC jobs.
• Adhere to ISO, EHS, and company maintenance standards.
• To handle shift maintenance job independently.

We bring.

• Empowerment to make meaningful contributions while upholding ethical standards.
• Recognition and celebration of your efforts and accomplishments.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement for those who embrace innovation and take initiative.
• Opportunity to build a career making a significant impact on billions of lives, with the freedom to shape your own path.
• Responsibility and accountability in living company values and driving sustainable solutions.
• Supportive environment where individuals are empowered to progress and contribute to meaningful change.

You bring.

Education ITI in Mechanical with first class

Experience

• 5–7 years of experience in Chemical, Petrochemical, Specialty Chemical industries.
• Hands-on experience in breakdown maintenance, shutdown activities, and plant maintenance of rotary and static equipment in a chemical plant.

Equal opportunities commitment

dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate if there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

As a committed equal opportunity employer, we ensure our recruitment practices are inclusive and fair. We encourage the recruitment of a diverse workforce, representative of the communities in which we work, by using inclusive language, diverse interview panels, and diversified sourcing strategies. Selection is based on qualifications, competency, experience, performance history and fit with the team to advance fair and equitable opportunity.

Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant’s race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, backgrounds, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

About Dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, Belonging And Equal Opportunity Statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we’re committed to reflecting the world we serve.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

We’re managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich.