Castrol is a global leader in lubricants and part of the bp Group, one of the worlds largest energy companies. In India, Castrol is a publicly listed company, leading in the Automotive, Industrial, and Marine lubricant sectors. With iconic brands, steadfast innovation, strong customer relationships, and a team of highly motivated employees, we have maintained our market leadership in India for over a century. Our robust manufacturing and distribution network in India helps us reach consumers through more than 135,000 outlets.
At Castrol, success knows no bounds. We offer a fast-paced learning environment where you can develop your career, whether in specialized functions or on a general management track. Castrol India has a proud legacy of championing top talent for leadership roles, both locally and globally.
We are currently looking for Assistant Manager - Projects & Engineering based at Paharpur with details mentioned below.
Let me tell you about the role!
To lead and execute CAPEX projects related to plant infrastructure, utilities, civil works, facility upgrades, automation, and process improvement initiatives.
The role holder will be accountable for:
- Timely and effective execution of approved CAPEX projects
- Safe execution of engineering works within plant standards
- Delivery of infrastructure and automation projects within budget and schedule
- Effective customer and contractor management
- Compliance with all engineering, safety, and statutory requirements
- Proper documentation, reporting, and project closure
- Supporting plant reliability and operational continuity through engineering interventions
What you will deliver
- Plan, coordinate, and execute CAPEX projects related to:
Plant infrastructure development
Utility enhancement projects
Automation and digitization initiatives
Civil, mechanical, and electrical modifications
Process improvement and productivity enhancement projects,
Safety and compliance improvement projects
- Prepare project scope documents, technical specifications, cost estimates, BOQs, project timelines, and resource plans.
- Support preparation of capital expenditure proposals, including technical justification, ROI, business case, and project feasibility.
- Work closely with internal customers to finalize project requirements and ensure alignment with plant priorities.
- Track project progress against milestones and ensure timely completion.
- Monitor budgets and control costs to ensure effective utilization of approved CAPEX.
- Identify and call out project risks, delays, or cost overruns with mitigation plans.
- Ensure all project activities are completed in line with engineering standards, safety requirements, and quality expectations.
- Find opportunities for automation in plant operations, utility systems, material movement, and reporting processes.
- Provide support on broader engineering activities beyond projects, including:
Maintenance planning and execution support
Utility system reliability
Breakdown analysis and corrective action support
Spare management support for engineering systems
Asset performance improvement
Engineering documentation and records
- Coordinate with production, quality, EHS, procurement, and maintenance teams to ensure uninterrupted plant operation.
- Support preventive and predictive maintenance improvements for critical engineering assets.
- Participate in root cause analysis for recurring engineering failures and recommend sustainable solutions.
- Identify, evaluate, and coordinate with contractors, suppliers, consultants, and service providers for engineering projects.
- Ensure contractors align with site safety rules, permit-to-work systems, and work quality standards.
- Track contractor performance on safety, quality, timeline adherence, and technical delivery.
- Verify bills, work completion certificates, and technical deliverables before processing.
- Support vendor development and maintain healthy technical coordination for future projects.
- Prepare and maintain engineering/project documents such as:
Project charters
Scope of work
Technical specifications
Cost estimates and comparative statements
Gantt charts / project timelines
Drawings and as-built records
Commissioning reports
Handover documents
CAPEX utilization trackers
- Maintain updated MIS and dashboards on project progress, budget utilization, and key engineering actions.
- Provide regular updates to site leadership on project progress, risks, and achievements.
- Ensure proper closure documentation for completed projects.
Other Deliverables
- Provide technical assistance for other departments as well as for his group.
- Maintaining the site facilities i.e. power, water, air conditioning etc
- Implement recent and improved ideas for better performance of plant equipment.
- Liaising with suppliers& contractors;
- Project management within cost and time constrained environments
- In depth knowledge in assessing & analysing P&ID;, PFDs
- Understanding and ensuring compliance with the health and safety, regulations in which work is undertaken;
- Purchasing mechanical equipment and spares
- Business awareness- Demonstrates understanding of internal and external customer needs
- Proficiency in English and Hindi. Knowledge of Bengali will be an advantage
- Act as BP Job Representative for the contracts. Liaise and connect with the Contractor’s Job Representative over fulfilment of responsibilities detailed within the contract, verify that hazards are identified, and controls are implemented, and conduct inspections & audits of the contract work.
- Act as response team member for crisis / continuity management, with accountabilities consistent with relevant response plans and as assigned by the response team leader
What will make you successful
Educational Qualification / Certification: Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation / Mechatronics / Automation / Civil Engineering
Additional certification in Project Management, Automation Systems, PLC/SCADA, Maintenance
Should have at least 3–8 years of proven experience in a manufacturing / plant engineering environment
Hands-on exposure to:
CAPEX project execution
Plant infrastructure development
Automation projects
You will work with
Internal: Engineering Team, Operations Team, Manufacturing Excellence Lead
External: Contractors, Vendors and Statutory authorities
📌 Assistant Manager - Projects & Engineering (Paharpur)
🏢 Bp
📍 Paharpur