Operations Lead-EHV infrastructure.

Company/Business introduction.

1. The POWERCON® Group – an Indian MNC, is a Total Solution Provider for Renewable Energy Project Development, Construction and Lifetime Operations. The 2 flagships POWERCON® Ventures (Wind arm) and PowerSun® (Solar PV arm) together with worldwide partnerships and specialised SBUs constitute a 360-degree RE eco-system to serve domestic and global market across the Renewable Energy delivery chain.
2. The Group’s Wind & Solar service portfolio exceeds 2.5 GW of Operations, 0.75 GW of Construction and 0.5 GW of Development countrywide. Globally 40+ GW of Wind, Solar, BESS assets across 23 countries are under remote asset management.
3. With a current order book of INR 350+ Crs, the POWERCON® Group is heading for an INR 1,000 Crs mark well synchronizing with India’s ambition to be 500 GW of clean energy by 2030.
4. Renewable Energy is the fastest growing segment worldwide, with India at Rank-3 in the World... The Wind and Solar resource rich India’s current capacity built over 35 years is scheduled to reach 3 multiples over the next 5 years thus opening avenues for grand & green careers.

Job Summary:

1. PSS / BoP lead shall be over all responsible for O&M operations of the substations, transmission line and other accessories.
2. The role requires a deep understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, and grid integration specific to renewable energy technologies such as solar, wind, hybrid and energy storage.
3. This leader will ensure the delivery of innovative operational works, while leading a multidisciplinary team of engineers, technicians and other staff to ensure the operational works meet safety, quality, and performance standards.

Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage all electrical operations and maintenance activities at Pooling Substations (PSS), allied transmission equipment, bays etc.
2. Supervise and mentor engineers and technicians working at PSS operations.
3. Coordinate inspection, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, protection relays, and control systems at PSS.
4. Ensure strict compliance with safety, statutory, and regulatory standards during all PSS activities.
5. Oversee material procurement, tracking of Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), and invoice processing related to PSS.
6. Liaise with vendors, contractors, STUs, and internal teams to ensure smooth commissioning and operational continuity.
7. Develop and implement maintenance strategies and best practices for reliable operation of pooling substations.
8. Monitor equipment performance, analyze faults, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
9. Prepare and present detailed reports, project updates, and compliance documentation to senior management.
10. Manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively to meet project objectives.
11. Experience with Substation Automation Systems (SAS) and SCADA integration.
12. Familiarity with Electrical Maintenance Management Systems (EMMS) and ERP tools.
13. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
14. Exposure to renewable energy power evacuation projects is a plus.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
2. Minimum 7-10 years of experience in electrical operations, maintenance, and commissioning of Pooling (PSS) / EHV substations up to a minimum of 132 kv. Persons with 220 kV and above preferred.
3. Proven leadership experience managing teams in power transmission or substation projects.
4. In-depth knowledge of electrical switchgear, transformers, protection systems, and substation automation
5. Strong understanding of procurement processes including PR, PO, and invoice management.
6. Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations, quality standards, and statutory compliance in power sector.
7. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
8. Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines.

1. Working conditions:

1. The work location is at the project site near Tuljapur, MH
2. Compensation and Benefits:

1. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience and will match the best in the industry.
2. Performance based incentives, Group health insurance are some of the benefits.

1. Key success metrics:
2. Upkeep time of the electrical infrastructure and maintain 99.5% or as per the contract agreement.
3. Nil line outages.