Operations Lead-EHV infrastructure.

Company/Business introduction.- 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.- 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.- 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.- 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:- PSS / BoP lead shall be over all responsible for O&M operations of the substations, transmission line and other accessories.- 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.- 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:- Lead and manage all electrical operations and maintenance activities at Pooling Substations (PSS), allied transmission equipment, bays etc.- Supervise and mentor engineers and technicians working at PSS operations.- Coordinate inspection, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment including switchgear, transformers, protection relays, and control systems at PSS.- Ensure strict compliance with safety, statutory, and regulatory standards during all PSS activities.- Oversee material procurement, tracking of Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), and invoice processing related to PSS.- Liaise with vendors, contractors, STUs, and internal teams to ensure smooth commissioning and operational continuity.- Develop and implement maintenance strategies and best practices for reliable operation of pooling substations.- Monitor equipment performance, analyze faults, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.- Prepare and present detailed reports, project updates, and compliance documentation to senior management.- Manage budgets, timelines, and resources effectively to meet project objectives.- Experience with Substation Automation Systems (SAS) and SCADA integration.- Familiarity with Electrical Maintenance Management Systems (EMMS) and ERP tools.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Exposure to renewable energy power evacuation projects is a plus.Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.- 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.- Proven leadership experience managing teams in power transmission or substation projects.- In-depth knowledge of electrical switchgear, transformers, protection systems, and substation automation- Strong understanding of procurement processes including PR, PO, and invoice management.- Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations, quality standards, and statutory compliance in power sector.- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.- Ability to handle multiple projects and priorities under tight deadlines.- Working conditions:- The work location is at the project site near Tuljapur, Beed district, Maharashtra.Compensation and Benefits:- The salary will be commensurate with qualifications, experience and will match the best in the industry.- Performance based incentives, Group health insurance are some of the benefits.- Key success metrics:- Upkeep time of the electrical infrastructure and maintain 99.5% or as per the contract agreement.- Nil line outages.