Head - Engineering Services

Job Description About Business JOB DESCRIPTION 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. Ports & SEZ: Over the past few years, we have evolved from a traditional port operator to a leading integrated ports services provider. As the largest port organization for the past two decades, we offer a wide range of services including cargo handling, container terminal operations, logistics, port infrastructure development, and maintenance. Our expertise extends to multimodal transport solutions, customs clearance, port security, and environmental sustainability, positioning us as a key player in global trade and logistics. Job Purpose: Head - Engineering is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operation of the port's Material Handling Systems (MHS), Material Handling Cranes (MHC), electrical and instrumentation systems, and mobile equipment. This role ensures the execution of engineering projects, spare parts management, and the introduction of new technologies to maintain uninterrupted port operations and maximize equipment availability. Responsibilities Maintenance Strategy and Execution: Plan and oversee breakdown, preventive, and predictive maintenance for mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems to improve Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF). Utilize modern maintenance tools to enhance system reliability and availability. Project Management Execute and manage mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and CWS projects, ensuring they are completed by the AKPL Port Maintenance Team according to specifications. Budget Control Monitor, review, and control Capex and Opex expenses, ensuring cost-effective operations. Review and manage spare parts, consumables, maintenance, and repair costs to optimize expenditures. Use of capex for asset creation and supporting infrastructure. Strategic Infrastructure Development Serve as the primary interface for new projects and infrastructure modifications in consultation with HOWE and align with the master plan of ports. Equipment Procurement And Evaluation Conduct technical evaluations and advise on the procurement of best-in-class equipment to meet the port's current and future operational needs. Energy Management Analyze energy consumption trends, identify energy-saving opportunities, and implement energy conservation measures. Safety And Compliance Ensure safety during maintenance activities, maintain IMS certification, and adhere to all statutory compliance requirements. Resource Management Allocate manpower and resources effectively, ensuring cross-functional utilization of skills across the department. Innovation And Sustainability Foster continuous innovation for enhanced tech and efficiency. Promote sustainable practices. Seek local production opportunities, work with engineers, and adopt novel solutions. Health & Safety Conduct emergency drills, emphasize safety compliance, and promote a culture of safety within the team. SAP And Safety Management Maintain data in the SAP PM module and conduct safety meetings to develop new ideas and encourage an agile approach to growth prospects. Capability Building Create a framework for functional capability building, coaching, and mentoring employees to foster talent development and drive employee engagement initiatives at the site. Stakeholder Engagegement Coordinating with diffrent stakeholders for smooth execution of work. Legal & Statutory Compliance Ensure compliance with legal & statutory matters. Brand Positioning Ensure Adani's brand values are shown in all interactions. Strengthen relationships to boost the organization's brand and trust within the market and company. Digital Mindset Keep up with digital and AI advancements to enhance business and maintain competitiveness. Team Development Promote a respectful and safe workplace, lead collaborative and productive teams, and mentor for growth and success. Key Stakeholders - Internal CEO - ports, All ports CEO's & Marine heads, Other Departments - HoDs Key Stakeholders - External Vendors, government and regulatory bodies, Competitors, Prospective clients, Qualifications Education Qualification: B. Tech/B.E in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Work Experience Minimum 15-20 years experience in managing engineering function in port /shipyard as the head of the function.