Section Head Coal Handling Plants Maintenance

Adani Group; Thoothukudi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group in Tamil Nadu seeks a Section Head Coal Handling Plants Maintenance to oversee CHP equipment upkeep, ensure high availability, and lead calibration, vibration analysis, and ACSU operation.

You will drive MTBF/MTR performance, manage spare parts, perform RCA/FMEA, maintain safety, and mentor a team while aligning with IMS and Six Sigma standards.

Qualifications

• Educational qualification: BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
• Experience: 12+ years in maintenance management within heavy industry, preferably coal handling or power plants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance management of Coal Handling Plants to ensure high availability.
• Monitor MTBF, MTR, MTP & OE to maintain equipment availability.
• Ensure calibration and vibration analysis for reliability.
• Oversee Auto Coal Sampler Unit (ACSU) maintenance for accurate sampling.
• Perform RCA and FMEA to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
• Manage spare parts inventory and control NMI to reduce waste.
• Ensure adherence to preventive maintenance (PM) and safety standards.

Skills

Budget Management

Root Cause Analysis

Process Optimization

Inventory Management

Safety & Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Photo mate

Job description

Purpose/Objective

• This position is responsible to oversee the maintenance of Coal Handling Plant equipment, ensuring high availability and reliability through effective monitoring of key performance indicators.
• Lead the maintenance team in activities including calibration, vibration analysis, operation of the ACSU, and execution of work orders for plant integrity.

Key Responsibilities of Role

• Section Head Coal Handling Plants Maintenance Maintenance Management: Develop and execute strategic and tactical plans in collaboration with peers and HOD ensuring healthiness for availability of CHP systems.
• Oversee Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF), Mean Time to Repair (MTR), MTP & OE to maintain high equipment availability.
• Ensure calibration and vibration analysis activities to ensure equipment reliability.
• Oversee the maintenance of the Auto Coal Sampler Unit (ACSU) to guarantee accurate sampling.
• Ensure generation of work order for painting, structural strengthening, and corrosion mitigation to maintain plant integrity.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), risk analysis and job safety analysis (JSA) to proactively identify and mitigate potential hazards.
• Inventory and Spare Parts Management: Ensure spare parts inventory availability, focusing on vital, essential, and desirable equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Monitor Non-Moving Inventory (NMI) to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
• Ensure utilization of Photo mate for documenting inventory through images, enhancing traceability and accountability.
• Oversee the integrity and maintenance of the stores inventory to support uninterrupted operations.
• Budget Management: Review and manage the maintenance budget for CHP area to ensure cost-effective operations.
• Monitor and control departmental expenditure while identifying cost‑saving opportunities without compromising on safety or operational efficiency.
• Provide financial reports and forecasts to management for informed decision‑making.
• Business Sustainability: Ensure adherence to IMS, AWMS, DISHA, CHETNA, Six Sigma, ABEM and LAKSHYA guidelines within the department.
• Maintain safety of personnel and equipment through proper training and adherence to safety protocols.
• Oversee adherence to P1 (breakdown) defect compliance and ensure timely rectification.
• Ensure adherence to preventive maintenance (PM) compliances for all equipment to minimize downtime.
• Manage departmental compliance with environmental, health, and safety standards to uphold corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Digitization and Automation: Lead and execute comprehensive digitization strategies to optimize operational efficiency.
• Innovate and implement automation solutions to support overall organizational goals/strategy.
• Review and implement process and system improvements, adopting newer technologies and innovative ideas.
• People and Team Engagement: Participate in the recruitment process to attract and retain skilled personnel for the maintenance team.
• Drive and enhance employee engagement and retention across the team to sustain a positive workplace culture.
• Lead, inspire, and mentor the team to foster a high‑performance culture and ensure cross‑skilling through job rotation, technical, and behavioural trainings.
• Ensure proper succession planning in the team.
• Key Stakeholders - Internal: Operations & Maintenance Port Team Business Development Key Stakeholders - External: Suppliers

Technical Competencies

• Budget Management-APL,Coal Quality Management-APL,Coal Transportation and Logistics-APL,Compliance, Audit, and Safety Management-APL,Environmental Compliance and Sustainability-APL,Facility and Equipment Maintenance-APL,Housekeeping and Yard Maintenance-APL,IPFM Emergency Response and Risk Management-APL,Integrated Logistics Operations Management-APL,Inventory and Spares Parts Management-APL,Liaisoning-APL,Process Optimization-APL,Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)-APL

Qualifications and Experience

• Educational Qualification: BE/B.
• tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering required.
• Work Experience (Range of years): 12+ years of experience in maintenance management within heavy industry, preferably in coal handling or power plants.
• Preferred Industry: Experience in the power generation, mining, or heavy industrial sector with a focus on coal handling systems.