Role & responsibilities

- Ensure uninterrupted operation of generators, turbines, and all associated electrical systems during the shift.

- Monitor all operating parameters of power plant equipment and ensure operation within safe and specified limits.

- Carry out shift-wise start-up, shutdown, synchronization, and load sharing operations as per SOP.

- Supervise control room and field operators to ensure equipment checks, rounds, and timely logging of operational data.

- Coordinate with the main plant operations team to meet power demands effectively.

- Identify abnormalities or deviations and take immediate corrective action to prevent downtime or equipment damage.

- Ensure proper fuel management including monitoring of fuel tank levels and consumption during the shift.

- Implement electrical safety practices including LOTO, earth switching, and adherence to secure work procedures.

- Coordinate with maintenance teams for planned or emergency maintenance activities during the shift.

- Maintain shift logbook with detailed entries on operations, breakdowns, maintenance activities, and communication with other departments.

- Conduct toolbox talks and ensure shift crew adherence to PPE usage and safety guidelines.





- Carry out basic troubleshooting and escalate major issues to Deputy Manager or AGM CPP.

- Ensure readiness of emergency power systems and perform periodic checks of backup systems (DG sets, UPS, etc.).

- Participate in emergency response and power restoration activities as per contingency procedures.

- Handover shift with proper communication of plant condition, pending issues, and operational instructions.

Preferred candidate profile

- Education: B.E. in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

- Experience: Minimum 5-6 years of hands-on experience in a power plant.

- Mandatory Requirement: Valid Boiler Operation Engineer (BOE)/Boiler Certificate.

Technical Skills:

- Strong knowledge of boiler operations and maintenance.

- Hands-on experience with DCS (Distributed Control System) operations.

- Familiarity with power plant equipment, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safe operating practices.

Preferred Competencies:

- Ability to monitor and optimize plant performance.

- Good understanding of safety standards and statutory compliance related to boiler and power plant operations.

- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

📌 Shift Incharge - Captive Power Plant (Chennai)
🏢 Kothari Petrochemicals
📍 Chennai