Assistant Manager Urea

Year    Babrala, UP, IN, India

Job Description

Date posted: Jan 19, 2026
Location:
Babrala, UP, IN
Area of Expertise: Production and Operations
Job Type: Permanent
Work mode (place): On site
Job Requisition ID: 23994

Assistant Manager - Urea


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We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit


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For over a century, Yara has worked to feed the world and protect the planet, and our mission is to dothis in a responsible and sustainable way. Yara delivers solutions for sustainable agriculture and theenvironment. Their fertilizers and crop nutrition programs help produce the food required for thegrowing world population. Yara's industrial products and solutions reduce emissions, improve air qualityand support safe and efficient operations.


Founded in Norway in 1905, Yara has a worldwide presence with production and sales and servicesoperations across countries i.e. America, Europe, Africa and Asia, with more than 17,000 employees,sales to 150 countries and sales revenue of more than 14 billion USD. Safety is always the top-mostpriority.


Yara Fertilizers India Pvt Ltd is a 100% subsidiary of Yara International ASA. Yara has supplied fertilizersas well as fertilizer raw materials to the Indian market for over two decades. Yara India has continuouslystrengthened its footprint in Western and Southern India by providing Crop nutrition solutions withcombination of Premium products and Knowledge through unique Farmer centric approach.


Yara's philosophy is to connect with thousands of farmers at the grass root level and has a strongcommitment to serving the agriculture sector in India, thereby improving the livelihood of Indian farmer.To leverage on this and to expand into the northern &eastern geographies of India, Yara acquired TataChemicals' 1.2 MN MT Urea plant in UP, Northern India. With this acquisition Yara India's scale ofoperation has grown significantly.

Role & Responsibilities


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Plant Operations and Technical Management




Coordinate and monitor plant operations to ensure safe, smooth, and efficient performance within design and IOW limits. Review lab analysis results and initiate corrective and preventive actions for any non-conformities in
consultation with senior team members.
Assist in performance analysis, technical studies, and implementation of process improvements for enhanced efficiency and reliability. Ensure strict adherence to plant SOPs, monitoring schedules, and checklists while supporting the execution of routine and critical jobs. Lead and coordinate the shift team for executing high-risk operations requiring supervision and maintain accurate logs of shift activities, production, energy consumption, and abnormalities. Conduct regular plant rounds to identify and rectify non-conformities, hazards, and leakages in coordination with cross-functional teams. Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure safe job handovers and execution in compliance with SWP and safety procedures. Troubleshoot operational issues, handle start-ups, shutdowns, and plant emergencies independently, and take timely decisions to ensure people and plant safety--including initiating emergency shutdowns if needed. Collaborate with internal teams for daily maintenance planning, process order creation, SAP notifications, and shift reporting.

HESQ and Process Safety


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Promote and practice strict compliance with all HESQ protocols including SWP, LOTO, SOPs, IMS, and PSM guidelines. Ensure readiness and proper use of safety equipment (PPE, air masks, BA sets, AEDs), and maintain high housekeeping standards across plant areas. Participate in and improve risk assessments (LMRA/SJA/RA), conduct safety talks, and report hazards, near misses, and BBS observations in the Synergi portal. Uphold the integrity of Yara's safety systems by proactively identifying hazards and contributing to a culture of zero harm. Ensure adherence to PSM elements, including hazard understanding, risk management, and continuous learning from safety events and operational deviations.

Preferred Skills


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Strong operational knowledge of Urea process units and critical equipment including strippers, columns, heat exchangers, cooling systems, compressors, and turbines Familiarity with hazardous chemical handling (carbamate, ammonia, hydrocarbons) and related safety protocols Experience with DCS, ESD systems, RMPCT/APC, control loops, and plant simulators (OTS) Awareness of SNAM and relevant ASME codes and standards Proficient in SAP for process orders, notifications, and maintenance coordination Working knowledge of Power BI, Shift Connector, Parsable, and Synergi Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with data and AI-enabled tools for reporting and analysis Strong troubleshooting and analytical capabilities Ability to work effectively under pressure, manage ambiguity, and multitask in dynamic plant environments Willingness to work in rotating shifts, lead teams, and ensure clear communication during shift handovers Effective verbal and written communication skills in English and Hindi Knowledge of applicable legal and regulatory requirements including Factory Act, IBR, and environmental compliance standards

Education & Experience


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For External Candidates:

+ Bachelor's degree (B.Tech/B.E.) in Chemical Engineering from a recognized university.
+ Consistent academic performance with a minimum of 60% marks in 10th, 12th, and B.Tech.
+ Minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience.
+ Experience in a Urea manufacturing plant with hands-on exposure to DCS systems in a continuous process industry will be an added advantage.

For Internal Candidates:

+ A.M.I.E. (Chemical) with 4-6 years of relevant post-qualification experience,

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+ Diploma in Chemical Engineering / B.Sc. (PCM) with 12-15 years of relevant post-qualification experience

Contact details


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Muskan Jain- Human Resources


Apply no later than


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January 25, 2026

Knowledge grows through differences

Yara is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that creating a diverse and inclusive work environment is not only the right thing, but also the smart thing to do. To deliver on this, Yara has firmly anchored Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) in our business strategy and has more than 400 employees worldwide involved in D&I ambassadors networks.


As part of our recruitment process, where permitted by local law, we may conduct reference and background checks. These checks will only be performed when deemed necessary for the nature of the job. Candidates will be informed by HR before any background checks are initiated.





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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD5160687
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Babrala, UP, IN, India
  • Education
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  • Experience
    Year