Manager - Utilities & Project

Job Title: Manager – Manager Utilities & Projects Department: Engineering / Utilities Experience: 10–15 Years Qualification: B.E./B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Certification: Boiler Operation Engineer (BOE) preferred Role Summary The Manager – Utilities & Projects is accountable for managing operations and maintenance related to Boiler & Turbine and leading infrastructure and energy projects. The position is responsible for manpower management, including a team of Executives, Permanent Workmen, and Contract Workers at the department reporting directly and through third party. Key Responsibilities 1. Utilities Operation & Maintenance Ensure efficient and continuous operation of High Pressure Multifuel Boilers (Husk/Slope-fired). Operation of captive power plant with exposure of back pressure Turbine. Efficient operation of other Utility equipment like Screw compressors, cooling tower, HVAC system for process and utility sites. Ensure uninterrupted utility support including steam/power/air to Process and Utility plants. Managing efficient operation of Boiler and turbine with benchmarking operational cost targeting best in class SFR for boiler and SSC for turbine. Monitor and control key utility performance indicators such as steam-to-ENA ratio, specific fuel consumption, and energy cost per unit of production. Lead breakdown analysis, root cause identification, and preventive maintenance plans. Maintain high levels of reliability and uptime of utility systems supporting core production. Track all associated cost to optimize overall utility cost. Ensure compliance of all associated PCB and other statutory requirement including stack OCEMS system. 2. Manpower Management Supervise and mentor a team comprising of Executives, Permanent Workmen, and Contract Workers. Prepare shift rosters, manage daily deployment, and ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies. Promote skill development, multiskilling, and training programs to enhance team competency. Ensure high standards of discipline, safety, and productivity among the workforces. Exposure to handle larger size operation and maintenance team. 3. Projects Execution Plan, budget, and execute Capex and infrastructure projects, including upgrades, modifications, and new installations in Boiler & Turbine and utilities area. Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure safe and timely completion. Conduct technical evaluations, BOQ finalization, and commissioning activities as per Diageo/industry standards. Identify energy conservation scope with driving associated projects in terms of carbon neutrality/water conservation etc. 4. Energy & Resource Optimization - Drive energy conservation and resource efficiency projects for power, steam, and water. - Implement operational improvements using Kaizen, TPM, and Six Sigma tools. - Conduct regular audits of utility systems to identify gaps and improvement opportunities. 5. Compliance, Safety & Documentation Ensure 100% compliance with statutory requirements including Boiler Act, PCB, IMS, and local authority regulations. Maintain SOPs, logbooks, operation manuals, and audit documentation. Collaborate with EHS for implementation of safety protocols and risk mitigation measures. Lead preparations for IMS, FSSAI, BRSR, and other external/internal audits. Key Skills & Competencies In-depth knowledge of boiler & turbine operation & maintenance. In-depth knowledge and experience of Statutory Requirements related to Boiler Operations and also have experience for liaison with Boiler authorities. Leadership and team management across multiple workforce categories. Strong experience in project execution, energy management, and utility cost optimization. Proficiency in using SAP/CMMS, MS Project, and reporting tools. Effective communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Diversity statement Celebrating our inclusive and diverse culture is core to Diageo’s purpose of “celebrating life every day everywhere”. This purpose is, in itself, inclusive in nature, as it values everybody irrespective of background, disability, religion, gender identity, sexuality or ethnicity. We know that for our business to thrive and for Diageo to realize its ambition, we depend on having diverse talent with a range of backgrounds, skills, and capabilities in each of the 180 countries in which we operate and to reflect our broad consumer base. We view diversity as one of the key enablers that helps our business to grow and our values, purpose and standards set the conditions for us to respect the unique contribution each person brings.