Role & responsibilities
Operation & Maintenance
Oversee mechanical maintenance of packing plant equipment including packers, conveyors, compressors, and associated systems.
Maintain clinker loading systems such as truck loaders, wagon loading systems, apron feeders, belt conveyors, and gates.
Ensure optimal performance and availability of all machinery under the section.
Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance
Plan and execute preventive and predictive maintenance schedules.
Troubleshoot mechanical failures and ensure quick resolution to minimize downtime.
Analyze recurring issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Dispatch & Loading Coordination
Coordinate with dispatch/logistics teams for smooth clinker and cement loading operations.
Ensure timely loading of trucks and railway wagons as per dispatch plans.
Monitor loading rates and optimize system efficiency.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure adherence to safety standards, SOPs, and statutory regulations.
Conduct safety inspections and risk assessments in the section.
Promote a zero-accident culture and ensure use of PPE.
Spares & Inventory Management
Monitor critical spares inventory and ensure availability.
Coordinate with stores and procurement for timely material availability.
Optimize inventory levels to reduce costs without affecting operations.
Team Management
Supervise technicians, fitters, and contract workforce.
Allocate tasks and monitor performance of the team.
Provide technical guidance and training to team members.
Continuous Improvement
Identify prospects for process improvement and cost reduction.
Implement reliability improvement initiatives and best maintenance practices.
Participate in shutdown planning and execution.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain maintenance records, logbooks, and reports.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
Track KPIs such as equipment availability, MTBF, and MTTR.