Manager - ETP & Utilities

Loyal Textile Mills; Cuddalore; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Textile Mills Limited in Tamil Nadu is seeking a Manager - ETP & Utilities to lead operation, maintenance and compliance of ETP, boilers, water softening and caustic recovery plants. You will ensure uninterrupted utility services, environmental compliance and cost optimisation across the plant.

Candidate should have 10–15 years of relevant experience in utilities and ETP within textile processing and be able to manage a team and coordinate with production.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering or diploma with relevant experience.
• Experience in ETP, boilers, water treatment and utility systems is mandatory.
• Experience in textile processing operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient operation of ETP, Boilers, Water Softening and Caustic Recovery plants.
• Monitor environmental parameters and ensure TNPCB compliance and audits.
• Maintain records, reports and regulatory submissions.
• Lead utility operations ensuring steam, soft water and treated water supply.
• Drive preventive maintenance and reliability improvements.
• Manage a team of utility operators, technicians and supervisors.
• Implement 5S, safety and IMS/ISO documentation across utility areas.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams for shutdowns and maintenance.
• Monitor energy consumption and optimize operating costs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Planning

Cost optimization

Regulatory compliance

Education

B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering

Diploma with significant experience

Tools

Boiler Maintenance Tools

TNPCB Compliance Knowledge

Job description

LOYAL TEXTILE MILLS LIMITED

Position: Manager - ETP & Utilities

Location: Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu

Reporting To: General Manager - Operations

About Loyal Textile Mills Ltd.

Loyal Textile Mills Ltd. is one of India's leading integrated textile manufacturers with capabilities spanning spinning, knitting, processing, garmenting, and technical textiles. The company is committed to sustainable manufacturing, environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and world-class quality standards.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Manager - ETP & Utilities to lead the operation, maintenance, and statutory compliance of Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), Boilers, Water Softening Plant, and Caustic Recovery Plant. The role is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted utility services, environmental compliance, resource optimization, and efficient operation of all utility infrastructure supporting textile processing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Environmental & ETP Management

• Ensure efficient and uninterrupted operation of the Effluent Treatment Plant across all shifts.
• Monitor ETP performance parameters including pH, COD, BOD, TDS, MLSS, and Chlorine levels.
• Ensure treated effluent quality consistently meets TNPCB and statutory discharge norms.
• Monitor online pollution monitoring systems and ensure data connectivity and compliance reporting.
• Maintain all environmental records, test reports, statutory registers, and audit documentation.
• Liaise with Pollution Control Board officials and coordinate inspections, submissions, and renewals.

Utility Operations Management

• Ensure reliable operation of:
  • Boilers
  • Water Softening Plant
  • Caustic Recovery Plant
  • Associated utility infrastructure
• Monitor utility consumption, operating efficiencies, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of steam, soft water, recovered caustic, and treated water to production departments.

Water Softening Plant

• Maintain softened water quality within prescribed hardness limits.
• Ensure periodic regeneration of softener resins.
• Monitor water treatment chemical consumption and optimize operating costs.
• Review daily plant performance records and corrective actions.

Caustic Recovery Plant

• Ensure efficient recovery and reuse of caustic solution from mercerizing operations.
• Monitor concentration levels, recovery efficiencies, process performance, and storage systems.
• Coordinate with production teams to meet process requirements and ensure continuous supply.

Boiler Operations

• Ensure safe and efficient boiler operation.
• Monitor fuel consumption and steam generation efficiency.
• Implement preventive and predictive maintenance practices.
• Maintain statutory records and ensure compliance with Boiler Inspectorate regulations.
• Drive initiatives to improve fuel efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Maintenance & Reliability

• Develop and execute preventive maintenance schedules.
• Minimize breakdowns through proactive maintenance practices.
• Monitor utility equipment health and reliability indicators.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Production teams for planned shutdowns and maintenance activities.

Compliance, Safety & Systems

• Ensure adherence to:
  • TNPCB Regulations
  • Boiler Regulations
  • Factory Safety Standards
  • IMS / ISO Systems
  • Environmental & Sustainability Requirements
• Lead implementation of 5S and housekeeping standards within utility areas.
• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and corrective action follow-ups.
• Support internal, customer, regulatory, and certification audits.

Team Management

• Lead and develop utility operators, technicians, and supervisors.
• Provide technical guidance and training.
• Ensure manpower planning and shift coverage for uninterrupted operations.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• 100% statutory environmental compliance.
• ETP treated water quality within prescribed norms.
• Utility uptime above 98%.
• Reduction in utility operating costs.
• Boiler fuel efficiency targets achieved.
• Zero major environmental non-compliance incidents.
• Timely completion of preventive maintenance schedules.
• Successful closure of audit observations.
• Improvement in water recycling and recovery efficiency.

Candidate Profile

Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Environmental Engineering.
• Diploma candidates with significant relevant experience may also be considered.

Experience

• 10-15 years of experience in Utilities and ETP Operations.
• Minimum 5 years in a managerial role within Textile Processing, Dyeing House.
• Experience handling ETP, Boiler, Water Treatment, and Utility Systems is mandatory.

Technical Competencies

• Effluent Treatment Plant Operations
• Wastewater Treatment Processes
• Boiler Operations & Maintenance
• Water Softening Systems
• Caustic Recovery Systems
• Environmental Compliance & TNPCB Regulations
• Energy Conservation Techniques
• Utility Cost Management
• IMS / ISO Documentation
• Preventive Maintenance Systems

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Planning and execution excellence.
• Quality and compliance orientation.
• Cost-consciousness and continuous improvement mindset.
• Effective stakeholder management.

Why Join Loyal Textile Mills Ltd.?

• Opportunity to work with one of India's leading integrated textile organizations.
• Drive sustainability and environmental excellence initiatives.
• Lead critical utility infrastructure impacting plant productivity.
• Exposure to large-scale textile processing operations and continuous improvement projects.