Job Description: AGM / DGM – Mechanical

Location: Raipur, Chhattisgarh
Industry: Steel / Sponge Iron Manufacturing
Experience: 10–15 Years
Salary: 70,000 – 1,50,000 per month, depending on experience and suitability
Position: Full-Time
Candidate Preference: Local candidates based in Raipur or elsewhere in Chhattisgarh

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced and technically sound AGM / DGM – Mechanical to oversee mechanical maintenance, equipment reliability, and engineering operations at a steel manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience in the steel industry, with mandatory experience in a Sponge Iron (DRI) plant.

The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth functioning of plant machinery, minimising equipment breakdowns, improving operational efficiency, and maintaining high standards of safety and equipment reliability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Mechanical Maintenance and Operations

- Oversee preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance of mechanical equipment across the plant.
- Ensure the smooth functioning of critical machinery, including rotary kilns, coolers, conveyors, crushers, screens, gearboxes, bearings, pumps, fans, and material-handling systems.
- Monitor equipment performance and identify recurring mechanical failures.
- Develop and implement maintenance schedules to minimise downtime and improve equipment availability.
- Ensure timely execution of maintenance activities without affecting plant production targets.

2. Sponge Iron Plant Maintenance

- Manage mechanical maintenance activities specific to sponge iron manufacturing operations.
- Ensure the efficient functioning of rotary kiln systems, cooler assemblies, kiln drive mechanisms, lubrication systems, and associated equipment.
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues related to kiln operation, material handling, and plant auxiliary systems.




- Coordinate with production and electrical teams to resolve equipment-related issues.
- Identify opportunities to improve plant reliability, productivity, and maintenance efficiency.

3. Planning and Execution

- Prepare annual, monthly, and daily maintenance plans in coordination with production and other departments.
- Plan and supervise shutdown maintenance, major overhauls, equipment inspections, and emergency repairs.
- Monitor maintenance costs, manpower utilisation, spare parts consumption, and equipment performance.
- Ensure the availability of critical spares, tools, and maintenance resources.
- Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialised maintenance and equipment servicing.

4. Team Management and Leadership

- Lead and supervise mechanical engineers, maintenance supervisors, technicians, and contract manpower.
- Allocate responsibilities, monitor performance, and ensure timely completion of maintenance jobs.
- Train team members in maintenance procedures, troubleshooting, and safe working practices.
- Coordinate with production, electrical, instrumentation, stores, and procurement teams.
- Provide regular updates to senior management regarding plant maintenance and equipment performance.

5. Equipment Reliability and Cost Control

- Analyse breakdown reports and identify root causes of equipment failures.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce repeated breakdowns.
- Improve equipment life, reliability, and overall maintenance efficiency.




- Control maintenance expenditure while maintaining operational standards.
- Maintain records of breakdowns, preventive maintenance, spare parts, and equipment history.

6. Safety and Compliance

- Ensure compliance with plant safety procedures and mechanical maintenance standards.
- Supervise safe execution of maintenance, shutdown, and repair activities.
- Ensure appropriate use of PPE, lockout/tagout procedures, and work permits.
- Maintain housekeeping and safe working conditions in mechanical maintenance areas.

Eligibility Criteria

- B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
- 10–15 years of relevant experience in the steel manufacturing industry.
- Mandatory: Proven experience in mechanical maintenance of a Sponge Iron / DRI plant.
- Experience in rotary kiln maintenance and associated mechanical equipment is essential.
- Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance, breakdown analysis, shutdown planning, and equipment reliability.
- Experience in handling maintenance teams, contractors, and plant-level maintenance operations.
- Good problem-solving, leadership, planning, and coordination skills.
- Candidates must be currently based in Raipur or elsewhere in Chhattisgarh. Local candidates will be preferred.

Salary and Advantages

- Monthly salary range: ₹70,000 – ₹1,50,000.
- Salary will be based on experience, technical expertise, and current CTC.
- Opportunity to take ownership of mechanical maintenance operations at a steel manufacturing facility.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria may share their updated CV, current location, current CTC, expected CTC, and notice period for consideration.

Important: Candidates without relevant Sponge Iron / DRI plant experience will not be considered.

Pay: ₹70,000.00 - ₹150,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 AGM/DGM Mechanical (Sponge Iron) (Siltara)
🏢 Vandana ispat
📍 Siltara