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.
• Regulatory Liaison: Ensure compliance with all local and national electrical codes, safety standards (e.g., IE Rules, Factory Act), and environmental norms. Liaise with statutory authorities for inspections and clearances.

Management and Leadership

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage a team of E&I engineers, supervisors, and technicians. Plan manpower deployment and training programs.
• Budgeting and Cost Control: Develop and manage departmental budgets, monitor expenditure, and implement cost-saving measures.
• Stakeholder Management: Coordinate with other departments (Operations, Mechanical, Finance) and report key results to senior management.

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CONTACT DETAILS -
Name - DIMPAL
Number - 91099 99669
Mail id - dimpal@vinayakjob.com

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