Job Description:

A General Manager (GM) of Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I;) in a Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plant is a senior executive responsible for leading all E&I; functions, from design and project execution to ongoing operations and maintenance, ensuring high plant availability, safety compliance, and efficiency.

Key responsibilities are typically divided into the following areas:

Operational & Maintenance (O&M;) Responsibilities
- System Oversight: Ensure reliable operation and maintenance of all E&I; systems, including HT/LT power systems (substations, transformers, switchgears, VFDs), motors, and field instruments (pressure, temperature, flow, level transmitters).
- Automation & Control: Oversee the smooth functioning of DCS/PLC and SCADA systems related to the DRI process, including automation for blast furnace/kiln operations, gas cleaning plants, and material handling systems.
- Maintenance Strategy: Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance to maximize equipment availability and minimize downtime.



This includes spare parts planning and inventory control.
- Troubleshooting: Lead the team in diagnosing and resolving complex E&I; issues efficiently during operation and emergencies.

Project and Improvement Initiatives
- Project Management: Manage E&I; aspects of capital projects, modernizations, and plant upgrades, from conceptualization and technical specification finalization to execution and commissioning.
- Vendor Coordination: Coordinate with OEMs, consultants, and contractors during project execution, including technical bid evaluation and contract finalization.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives for energy efficiency, automation upgrades, and reliability improvements (e.g., Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and FMEA studies).

Safety and Compliance
- Safety Leadership: Promote a safety-first culture, ensure strict adherence to electrical safety rules, LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures, and conduct regular safety audits.
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📌 Gm E&I (Bilaspur)
🏢 Vinayak Outsourcing Works
📍 Bilaspur