Job Description:

A Silo Operator in the Coal Handling Plant (CHP) and Ash Handling Plant (AHP) for a steel company is responsible for managing the storage, transfer, and handling of raw materials (coal) and byproducts (ash) in bulk within silos. This role ensures a continuous, protected, and effective flow of fuel to the furnaces/boilers and effective disposal of ash.

Core Responsibilities
Silo Management: Monitor and control loading/unloading levels of raw coal, pulverized coal, or fly ash in silos to maintain required inventory.
System Operation: Operate PLC/DCS controlled systems for conveying, crushing, and distributing coal to bunkers.
Ash Handling (AHP): Oversee vacuum or pressure systems to evacuate ash from Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) hoppers and transfer it to storage silos.
Flow Assurance: Prevent blockages or "bridging" within the silo to ensure consistent material discharge.
Fuel Quality Management: Ensure dry coal is fed to bunkers, especially during rainy seasons, using stockpile management techniques.
Maintenance & Inspection:



Conduct routine inspections of silo structure, conveyors, vibrators, and discharge gates. Perform basic maintenance and troubleshoot equipment.
Safety & Compliance: Strict adherence to safety regulations, including Local Operation Technical Order (LOTO) and Permit to Work (PTW) systems.
Reporting: Maintain logs of plant operation parameters, including bunker levels and ash evacuation status.

Key Skills & Requirements
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with hydraulic systems, conveyor belts, crushers, and PLC-based control panels.
Experience: Previous experience in a steel plant, captive power plant, or mineral processing facility (typically 2–5 years).
Safety Conscious: Proficient in safety protocols (PPE, LOTO).
Education: ITI or Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering is often required.

Physical Demands
Ability to work in dusty, noisy environments.
Physical stamina for conducting field inspec

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