Station Manager

Job Description
Key Responsibilities

• Lead site operations of boilers, high temperature thermic fluid heater, ash / fuel handling, water treatment, and associated utilities.
• Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance of power plant equipment to achieve maximum uptime and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, optimize costs, and reduce breakdowns.
• Prepare and implement annual shutdown plans, coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and clients.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety norms (LOTO, IMS, 5S, statutory regulations) to achieve zero-incident operations.
• Monitor and analyze plant performance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions.
• Handle project execution activities including technical finalization, vendor coordination, and quality control.
• Manage statutory compliance and liaise with government bodies for inspections, approvals, and certifications.
• Lead audits (internal/external) and ensure closure of observations within stipulated timelines.
• Build and mentor a high-performance team, fostering a positive work culture.
• Maintain strong client relations by providing timely updates on plant performance, cost savings, and project status.
• Prepare reports and presentations for management on operational KPIs, project progress, and financial performance.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Expertise in higher capacity power plant operations, steam turbines, boilers, high temperature thermic fluid heaters and utilities.
• Strong knowledge of safety standards, energy efficiency, ERP systems, and statutory compliances.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to achieve plant reliability and cost efficiency.
• Leadership, team building, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong communication, reporting, and client-handling abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering)
• Boiler Operation Engineer (BOE)
• Certified Energy Manager – Bureau of Energy Efficiency, New Delhi.

Experience

• Minimum 15+ years of experience in power plant operations & maintenance, high temperature thermic fluid heater including managerial and consultancy roles.
• Proven track record in site management, project execution, and achieving operational excellence.
• Demonstrated success in cost savings, plant availability improvement, and safety compliance.

Personal Attributes

• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong leadership and team management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Client-centric and collaborative.