Manager

Jindal Stainless; Jajpur; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jindal Ferrous Limited, located at the Jajpur Plant, seeks a Manager to lead the mechanical operations of the Blast Furnace department. The role focuses on ensuring peak performance, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance in a high-demand metallurgical setting.

Ideal candidates bring 12–16 years of experience in heavy industrial mechanical systems, with a proven track record in leadership, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reliability and cost reduction.

Qualifications

• 12–16 years of hands-on experience in mechanical operations of blast furnaces or heavy industrial equipment.
• Experience in leading mechanical maintenance teams in a metallurgical facility.
• Strong focus on safety, reliability, and maintenance planning in a high-demand plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical maintenance and operation of blast furnace equipment to maximize uptime and efficiency.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize failures and downtime.
• Lead a team of engineers and technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and safety departments to align mechanical operations with plant objectives.
• Manage budgeting, procurement, and inventory control for mechanical spares and tools.
• Conduct root cause analysis of failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies for mechanical operations.
• Drive continuous improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability and energy efficiency.
• Prepare and present reports on mechanical performance and project progress to senior management.
• Collaborate with external vendors for specialized maintenance and equipment upgrades.

Skills

Blast Furnace Systems

Preventive Maintenance

Root Cause Analysis

Team Leadership

Budgeting & Cost Control

Safety Compliance

Vendor Management

Troubleshooting

Continuous Improvement

Inventory Management

Job description

Group Company:

Jindal Ferrous Limited

Designation:

Manager

Office Location:

Jajpur Plant

Sector:

Mining & Metals

Position description:

The role involves leading and managing the mechanical operations of the Blast Furnace department at Jindal Ferrous Limited, a key player in the Mining & Metals industry. The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring the optimal performance, maintenance, and safety of blast furnace mechanical systems, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and coordinating with cross-functional teams to meet production targets. This position demands a strategic thinker with extensive experience in heavy industrial mechanical systems, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to operational excellence and safety compliance within a high-demand metallurgical environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Oversee the mechanical maintenance and operation of blast furnace equipment to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency.
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment failures and downtime.
• Lead a team of mechanical engineers and technicians, providing guidance, training, and performance management.
• Coordinate with production, quality, and safety departments to align mechanical operations with overall plant objectives.
• Manage budgeting, procurement, and inventory control for mechanical spare parts and tools.
• Conduct root cause analysis of mechanical failures and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies related to mechanical operations and maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement projects focused on enhancing equipment reliability, energy efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on mechanical performance, maintenance activities, and project progress to senior management.
• Collaborate with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance and equipment upgrades.

Skills:

• Blast Furnace Mechanical Systems
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance
• Root Cause Analysis
• Team Leadership and Development
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Safety Compliance and Risk Management
• Vendor and Contractor Management
• Mechanical Equipment Troubleshooting
• Continuous Improvement Methodologies
• Inventory Management
• Technical Reporting and Documentation

Competencies:

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Required Work Experience

• Years of experience:12-16 Yrs