Shift Superintendent Professional

GENXHIRE SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED; Surat; On-site; INR 15,00,000 - 20,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power services company in Gujarat is seeking a Shift Superintendent to manage operations, ensure reliability, and oversee safety procedures within power systems. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership qualities and the ability to handle emergencies effectively while ensuring compliance with safety standards. A focus on communication and team management skills is essential. This role is pivotal for maintaining the smooth operation of critical power distribution systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing shift operations in power systems.
• Knowledge of EHV & HV systems operations.
• Understanding of safety regulations and HSEF procedures.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation and reliability of power systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Coordinate maintenance activities and handle emergencies.

Skills

Communication (verbal/written)

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Time management skills

Decision-making skills

Tools

MS Office

SAP

MS Project

Job description

Shift Superintendent

NEC Power Block
Position: Shift Superintendent (MRS) Key Role

1. Overall in-charge of operation in shifts.
2. Responsible for power system operation, achieving highest reliability of power system in addition to meeting required parameters and quality.
3. Responsible for power distribution and clearance to downstream units/substations.
4. Responsible for safe energization and shut down of equipment.
5. Responsible for safe and reliable operation of EHV & HV system as per laid down procedures and Technical Authority Limit (TAL).
6. Supervise jobs related to all equipment, monitor and ensure their performance for reliable, optimum, and safe operation.
7. Responsible for handling plant emergencies.
8. Prepare, handover, and coordinate maintenance activities.
9. Responsible for carrying out field/panel activities related to plant/equipment safe energization and shut down, synchronisation and de-synchronisation with grid/other power network.
10. Ensure strict compliance of all HSEF procedures.
11. Coordinate with JMD Generating stations & CTU Control Room.
12. Ensure 220kV & 33kV power distribution system and equipment operation within SOC.

Functions

1. Operate the power system with the highest reliability.
2. Synchronising operation with other power systems/grid power as per requirement (operation of 220kV GIS switchgear).
3. Act in consultation with Production Manager/SS of CTU for power system reliability.
4. Service transformers OLTC operation to maintain grid power factor and voltage.
5. Understand and raise bypass requests of trip and interlocks as per procedures and maintain records.
6. Associate in analysis of power distribution failures with other departments and correlate analysis with operating parameters.
7. Review important power system study reports; monitor plant operation with respect to critical parameters (load flow, short circuit, power system protection setting report).
8. Observe trends of important parameters and take corrective actions for deviations to maintain quality and reliability.
9. Monitor working on SCADA panel, F&G panel, manual synchronizing panel, disturbance recorder, etc., and control all parameters.
10. Monitor and record bypass of trip and interlocks as per procedures.
11. Ensure minimum downtime of power system and all electrical equipment.

Knowledge Unit Operation

1. 220kV & 33kV GIS (Gas insulated switchgear).
2. SCADA/EDMS.
3. 220kV / 33kV transformers with OLTC.
4. Knowledge of 220kV & 33kV underground cable network.

Safety

1. General Safety Rules.
2. Work permits procedures.
3. Use of firefighting and safety equipment.
4. Fire, smoke, gas detection system.
5. Emergency procedures on site and off site.
6. Fire causes and their control.
7. Planning for emergencies.
8. First Aid Training.
9. Overview of safety management system.
10. Job Safety Analysis.
11. Pre Start Up Safety Reviews (PSSR).
12. Electrical safety including static electricity.
13. HSE statutory rules and regulations.
14. Understanding your Health Card.
15. Hazards in operation & Hazards Analysis (HAZOP & HAZAN).
16. Factories Act - Rules, Applicability & Implication.
17. Process Safety Management (PSM).
18. Operating Management System (OMS).
19. Safety Observations (ReSOP).

Technical

1. Operation of power distribution system for the complete plant along with single line diagram.
2. Working of EHV switchgears (400kV/220kV/33kV) GIS, transformers, etc.
3. Downstream plants power distribution and consumption pattern along with location of specific load centers.
4. Electrical operation of the power system including transformer and GIS energization, synchronization with other power entities, shut down and isolation.
5. Emergencies in plant arising from tripping/failure of equipment/systems including load shedding and fire.
6. Power distribution plan to downstream plants and execution of the same.
7. Alarm, trip points and circuit interlocks testing procedures.
8. Protection relay functions, their settings, data viewing and checking procedures.
9. Electrical SOP of equipment pertaining to start up, shutdown, changeover and isolation.
10. Unit operations and processes employed in different areas of Power Complex.
11. Knowledge of SCADA/EDMS, its different functions and network configuration, controller description and their in-built logics such as OLTC operation, required for operation including all types of HT/AC motors/synchronous motors, DC machines, power and distribution transformers, instrument transformers, HT panel, various circuit breakers and isolators, UPS, battery chargers and battery systems, control, process‑instrumentation interlock and protection of all above equipment, set points and details of protective systems.
12. Control and protection logic of GIS and transformers. Circuit diagram of various control circuits.
13. Testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the above electrical equipment.
14. Emergency power system operation.
15. Logic/circuit diagrams, troubleshooting, and failure analysis.
16. Cable, joints, and termination.
17. Statutory bodies and rules, e.g., Indian electricity rules. Electrical equipment for hazardous areas.
18. Coordination during switchgear shutdown.
19. Alarm, trip points, circuit interlocks, and testing procedures.
20. Protection relay functions, their settings, data viewing and checking procedures.
21. OLTC operation to maintain grid power factor and voltage.
22. Coordination and supervision during EHV & HV switchgear operation and shutdown.

Cross Functional

1. Control supply (UPS, DC, AC, and other specific) to instrument systems like F&G, HVAC, etc.
2. Troubleshoot signal interface between instrument systems and electrical systems.
3. Participate in loop testing/checking.
4. Understand critical equipment and their impact on the system.
5. Ability to understand P&IDs & PFDs.
6. Understand interlocks & protection systems from process side.
7. UPS distribution and effect of UPS failure on instrumentation and process.

Skills

1. Communication (verbal/written).
2. Basics of problem‑solving skills.
3. Basic skills for working in a team.
4. Basic man‑management skills.
5. Creativity and innovation skills.
6. Goal and priority setting skills.
7. Decision‑making skills.
8. Time management skills.
9. Emotional intelligence skills.
10. Conflict management skills.

Attributes

1. Integrity
2. Achievement motivation
3. Self‑discipline
4. Team spirit
5. Trust
6. Dependability
7. Industriousness
8. Punctuality, regularity
9. Reflex, quick response
10. Endurance
11. Understanding, grasping, and learning capabilities

Interfacing

1. With CTU Control Room
2. With downstream plants/load centers
3. With Maintenance Department
4. With CTU SS, Executives, SFE, SCADA PO in field
5. With CES/CTS

Special Tools

MS Office, IP 21, SAP, MS Project, software specific to the function