Operations & Maintenance Head

Adani Group; Jaisalmer; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Green Energy Limited in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, seeks a senior professional to oversee installation, testing, and maintenance of protection and metering systems at project sites. The role requires coordinating with vendors, monitoring performance, and ensuring safety compliance.

You will lead on-site teams, perform fault analysis, and provide regular status reports to stakeholders, with a focus on grid integration and system reliability in renewable projects.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred.
• Strong academic foundation in power systems, metering, and communication systems.
• 10+ years of experience in metering and grid integration for power systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection systems at site level.
• Monitor system performance and provide immediate technical support as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for timely delivery and QA of protection equipment.
• Lead fault identification and management to minimize downtime.
• Perform root cause analysis and suggest system improvements.
• Maintain logs of incidents, resolutions, and preventive measures.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct site audits, risk assessments, and documentation updates.
• Serve as primary contact for protection activities and report status to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering, safety, and procurement teams for project execution.
• Identify opportunities to improve protection system performance and reliability.

Skills

Metering project leadership

Grid integration

Power systems knowledge

Vendor coordination

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Oversee the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of protection systems at the site level, ensuring alignment with technical specifications and operational requirements.

Monitor system performance to ensure optimal functionality and provide immediate technical support when required.

Coordinate with vendors and contractors to ensure timely delivery, installation, and quality assurance of protection equipment.

Fault Identification and Management:

Lead the on-ground team to promptly identify, analyze, and resolve faults or failures in protection systems to ensure minimal downtime.

Implement root cause analysis techniques and provide insights to the Lead - Protection for system improvements and upgrades.

Maintain detailed logs of incidents, resolutions, and preventive measures, ensuring compliance with organizational protocols.

Safety and Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure all protection systems adhere to applicable national and international safety standards and regulatory frameworks.

Conduct regular site audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards.

Ensure all documentation related to safety and compliance is maintained and updated as per company and regulatory requirements.

Coordination and Reporting:

Serve as the primary point of contact for protection system-related activities at the site, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

Provide regular updates and reports on the status of protection systems, including performance metrics, incident reports, and compliance status.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as engineering, safety, and procurement for seamless project execution.

Optimization of Protection Systems:

Identify opportunities for improving the performance and reliability of protection systems by integrating advanced technologies and best practices.

Support the Lead - Protection in the development and execution of system enhancement plans, including technical upgrades and process optimizations.

Key Stakeholders - Internal:

Direct Supervisors & other Department Leaders

Project Manager

Procurement Team

Finance Team

Legal Team

Quality Control

Safety Officer

IT Department

Key Stakeholders - External:

Government Regulatory Bodies

Grid Authority

Consultants

Testing Laboratories

Industry Associations

Financial Institutions

Qualifications

Educational Qualifications:

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred.

Strong academic foundation in power systems, metering, and communication systems. In-depth knowledge of metering standards, protocols, and data management.

Work Experience:

10+ years of experience in metering and grid integration for power systems, preferably in the renewable energy sector.

Proven track record in leading metering teams, managing metering projects, and ensuring grid compliance. Strong understanding of power market regulations, tariffs, and commercial agreements.

Job Info

• Job Identification 55900
• Job Category Utilities Operations
• Posting Date 11/04/2026, 07:02 AM
• Locations Adani Green Energy Limited, Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, 345001, IN
• Apply Before 11/14/2026, 07:02 AM
• Job Schedule Full time

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