Shift Incharge - Captive Power Plant

Kothari Petrochemicals; Zone 2 Manali; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kothari Petrochemicals in Tamil Nadu seeks an experienced Shift Engineer to ensure uninterrupted operation of generators, turbines and all electrical systems during the shift. You will monitor operating parameters, supervise control room staff and coordinate with maintenance teams to meet power demands safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate has a BE in Mechanical or Electrical, 5–6 years of hands-on power plant experience, and valid Boiler Operation Engineer (BOE) certification.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of boiler operations and maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with DCS (Distributed Control System) operations.
• Familiarity with power plant equipment, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Ensure uninterrupted operation of generators, turbines, and all associated electrical systems during the shift.
• Monitor all operating parameters of power plant equipment and ensure operation within safe and specified limits.
• Carry out shift-wise start-up, shutdown, synchronization, and load sharing operations as per SOP.
• Supervise control room and field operators to ensure equipment checks, rounds, and timely logging of operational data.
• Coordinate with the main plant operations team to meet power demands effectively.
• Identify abnormalities or deviations and take immediate corrective action to prevent downtime or equipment damage.
• Ensure proper fuel management including monitoring of fuel tank levels and consumption during the shift.
• Implement electrical safety practices including LOTO, earth switching, and adherence to safe work procedures.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams for planned or emergency maintenance activities during the shift.
• Maintain shift logbook with detailed entries on operations, breakdowns, maintenance activities, and communication with other departments.
• Conduct toolbox talks and ensure shift crew adherence to PPE usage and safety guidelines.
• Carry out basic troubleshooting and elevate major issues to Deputy Manager or AGM CPP.
• Ensure readiness of emergency power systems and perform periodic checks of backup systems (DG sets, UPS, etc.).
• Participate in emergency response and power restoration activities as per contingency procedures.
• Handover shift with proper communication of plant condition, pending issues, and operational instructions.

Skills

Boiler operations & maintenance

DCS operations

Safety practices

Education

B.E. Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Ensure uninterrupted operation of generators, turbines, and all associated electrical systems during the shift.


• Monitor all operating parameters of power plant equipment and ensure operation within safe and specified limits.


• Carry out shift-wise start-up, shutdown, synchronization, and load sharing operations as per SOP.


• Supervise control room and field operators to ensure equipment checks, rounds, and timely logging of operational data.


• Coordinate with the main plant operations team to meet power demands effectively.


• Identify abnormalities or deviations and take immediate corrective action to prevent downtime or equipment damage.


• Ensure proper fuel management including monitoring of fuel tank levels and consumption during the shift.


• Implement electrical safety practices including LOTO, earth switching, and adherence to safe work procedures.


• Coordinate with maintenance teams for planned or emergency maintenance activities during the shift.


• Maintain shift logbook with detailed entries on operations, breakdowns, maintenance activities, and communication with other departments.


• Conduct toolbox talks and ensure shift crew adherence to PPE usage and safety guidelines.


• Carry out basic troubleshooting and elevate major issues to Deputy Manager or AGM CPP.


• Ensure readiness of emergency power systems and perform periodic checks of backup systems (DG sets, UPS, etc.).


• Participate in emergency response and power restoration activities as per contingency procedures.


• Handover shift with proper communication of plant condition, pending issues, and operational instructions.

Preferred candidate profile

• Education: B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.


• Experience: Minimum 5-6 years of hands‑on experience in a power plant.


• Mandatory Requirement: Valid Boiler Operation Engineer (BOE)/Boiler Certificate.

Technical Skills:

• Strong knowledge of boiler operations and maintenance.


• Hands‑on experience with DCS (Distributed Control System) operations.


• Familiarity with power plant equipment, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safe operating practices.

Preferred Competencies:

• Ability to monitor and optimize plant performance.


• Good understanding of safety standards and statutory compliance related to boiler and power plant operations.


• Strong problem‑solving and communication skills.