Engineer - Operations & Maintenance

Job Category Power Generation Transmission Distribution About Business Adani Group Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies It has created a world-class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad in the state of Gujarat India Over the years Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large-scale infrastructure development in India with O M practices benchmarked to global standards With four IG-rated businesses it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India Adani Power Limited APL Adani Power Limited APL a part of the diversified Adani Group is the largest private thermal power producer in India We have a power generation capacity of 15 250 MW comprising thermal power plants in Gujarat Maharashtra Karnataka Rajasthan Chhattisgarh Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand and a 40 MW solar power project in Gujarat Job Purpose This role is responsible to ensure the efficient and reliable operation of the Switchyard and Power Transformer areas through meticulous execution of maintenance activities This role is pivotal in upholding safety environmental compliance and sustainability standards while driving process improvements and innovation The Lead Electrical Switchyard is responsible for coordinating with stakeholders and embracing Digitalisation and automation to enhance operational effectiveness Responsibilities Lead Electrical Switchyard Transformer Maintenance Execution and Reliability Execute electrical maintenance activities for the Switchyard Power Transformer Area and associated areas to ensure continuous operational reliability Implement comprehensive maintenance strategies including preventive predictive and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life Conduct annual AOH and comprehensive COH overhauling and manage maintenance during outages focusing on safe timely and efficient project completion within budgets and allotted manpower Engage in repairing and refurbishment activities for associated area equipment ensuring that all maintenance work is carried out to the highest standards Monitor the condition and availability of all switchyard equipment ensuring that circuit breakers transformers isolators and earthing systems are functioning optimally Troubleshoot equipment failures and conduct equipment failure analysis to prevent recurrence and improve system reliability Create PRs for materials and services and prepare SES Service Entry Sheets for completed services Process Improvement and Innovation Identify and act on opportunities for process and system enhancements to meet evolving operational needs and directives from leadership Regularly update Standard Operating Procedures SOPs Job Safety Analyses JSAs and Standard Maintenance Plans SMPs to reflect current best practices and operational requirements Ensure the effective use of SAP for tracking maintenance activities managing spare parts inventory and ensuring the timely closure of notifications Provide accurate and timely information for Necessary Formal Approvals NFAs for license renewals and contribute to the preparation of comprehensive reports for RCA FMEA ZFO and technical audits Implement actionable as per Root Cause Analysis RCA Management of Change MoC Failure Mode and Effects Analysis FMEA and Zero Forced Outage ZFO reports to prevent incidents and improve safety outcomes Maintenance Standards and specifications Provide information support for communications with the govt agencies such as SLDC WRLDC ALDC NRLDC and other regulatory authorities for scheduled outages Support Team Leads in quality assurance processes ensuring that materials and equipment procured meet specified standards and contribute to operational excellence Allocate work areas to business associates efficiently ensuring optimal use of resources and adherence to maintenance schedules Assist Team Leads with attendance and quantity verification to ensure accurate record-keeping and accountability Prepare detailed reports for Annual Overhaul AOH and Capital Overhaul COH as directed by Team Leads and Section Heads to document maintenance activities and outcomes Support Team Leads in the execution of performance metrics and the preparation of requirements for equipment and services for budget preparation Provide training and development requirements to Team Leads for development of business associates Business Sustainability Implement and Follow IMS AWMS DISHA ABEM CHETNA guidelines and other environmental and safety protocols to ensure a sustainable and safe workplace Participate in and ensure the effectiveness of mock drills hazard mitigation processes and emergency response procedures Maintain compliance with all legal and statutory requirements including timely renewal of electrical licenses and certifications Conduct safety trainings for all business associates and employees ensuring a high level of safety awareness and competence across the department Maintain meticulous records of all equipment histories ensuring that any issues are documented and learnings are applied to future operations Digitalisation and Automation Support comprehensive Digitalisation strategies to optimise operational efficiency Innovate and implement automation solutions to support overall organisational goals strategy Key Stakeholders - Internal All Departments Service Departments Key Stakeholders - External External Stakeholders Contractors - Material and services Qualifications Educational Qualification BE B tech in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution Work Experience Range of years 4 years of experience in electrical maintenance within power distribution Preferred Industry Experience in the power generation transmission or distribution industry with a focus on switchyard operations and maintenance