Mechanical Supervisor

A mechanical supervisor at a sewage treatment plant is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operation of all mechanical equipment within the facility, ensuring its optimal performance by supervising a team of technicians, conducting preventative maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and coordinating with other departments to maintain smooth wastewater treatment processes while adhering to safety regulations and environmental standards.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Leadership and Supervision**:

- Lead and manage a team of mechanical technicians responsible for maintenance and repair of plant equipment.
- Assign tasks, monitor performance, and provide technical guidance to technicians.
- Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs for team members.

**Maintenance Management**:

- Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all mechanical equipment, including pumps, screens, mixers, blowers, and de-watering equipment.
- Conduct routine inspections and identify potential issues before they become major problems.
- Coordinate planned shutdowns and major overhauls of mechanical equipment.

**Troubleshooting and Repair**:

- Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and troubleshoot equipment failures.
- Oversee repairs and replacements of components on pumps, motors, piping systems, and other mechanical equipment.
- Collaborate with electrical and instrumentation teams on complex troubleshooting issues.

**Technical Expertise**:

- Understand and interpret mechanical drawings, schematics, and operating manuals for plant equipment.
- Stay updated on new technologies and maintenance practices in the wastewater treatment industry.
- Analyze operational data and identify areas for improvement in mechanical efficiency.

**Safety and Compliance**:

- Ensure adherence to all safety procedures, including lockout/tag-out protocols, confined space entry, and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Monitor compliance with environmental regulations and permits related to wastewater treatment operations.

**Reporting and Documentation**:

- Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and repair history.
- Generate reports on mechanical equipment status and identify potential cost-saving measures.
- Coordinate with operations staff to address any issues affecting treatment process efficiency.
- Required Skills and Qualifications:
**Technical Skills**: Strong understanding of mechanical principles, including pumps, motors, bearings, gearboxes, and piping systems.

**Maintenance Management**: Proven experience in developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs.

**Troubleshooting**: Ability to diagnose mechanical issues and effectively troubleshoot complex equipment malfunctions.

**Leadership Skills**: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team of technicians.

**Safety Focus**: Commitment to safety standards and procedures in an industrial setting.

**Relevant Education**: Associate's degree in mechanical maintenance or a related field, with significant experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a wastewater treatment plant.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Rotational shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

- Overtime pay
- Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person