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The Lead - eBoP Asset Management is responsible for ensuring reliable, compliant, and cost-efficient operation of electrical Balance of Plant (eBoP) infrastructure across a large-scale renewable energy portfolio (Wind + Solar). The role involves strategic planning, technical governance, vendor and contract management, digital transformation initiatives, and cross-functional coordination to optimize asset performance and lifecycle value.
The position requires deep domain expertise in HV/EHV substations, transmission lines, grid compliance, and integrated O&M systems.
Oversee end-to-end eBoP asset management for multi-GW Wind & Solar portfolio, including 50+ substations and extensive HV/EHV transmission infrastructure.
Drive implementation of preventive, predictive, and condition-based maintenance strategies for transmission and substation equipment.
Ensure operational risk assessment, asset health monitoring, and performance tracking aligned with organizational KPIs and regulatory requirements.
Lead annual O&M planning in line with AOP and long-term operational targets.
Maintain high availability of electrical systems to maximize renewable power evacuation.
Ensure compliance with grid codes, statutory regulations, and safety standards.
Minimize downtime and losses through preventive and predictive maintenance.
Coordinate with utilities (SLDC/DISCOM/TRANSCO) for smooth grid operations and statutory reporting from HO.
Optimize O&M costs while ensuring long-term asset health and reliability.
Lead the eBoP O&M team and manage contractors/vendors for efficient field execution.
Overall, the position demands strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, structured problem-solving abilities, and the capability to manage complex technical and operational issues across geographically dispersed renewable energy assets.
3) Job Context & Major Challenges:
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Job Context:
The eBoP O&M/ Asset Management Lead operates in a complex, multi-state renewable energy environment, overseeing a large and diversified fleet of Wind and Solar assets comprising HV/EHV substations, transmission lines, switchyards, protection systems, and associated grid-interface equipment.
The role encompasses technical governance of more than 50+ substations and extensive transmission infrastructure, requiring deep expertise in electrical systems, grid compliance, and O&M process management.
Working at the corporate level, the jobholder is responsible for defining, standardizing, and implementing robust O&M strategies, including preventive, predictive, and condition-based monitoring, to optimize asset reliability and lifecycle performance. The position demands coordination with EPC, Projects, Digital/SCADA teams, regulatory bodies (CEA, CERC, RLDC/SLDC), and multiple internal stakeholders to ensure seamless asset takeover, operational readiness, and statutory compliance.
Major Challenges:
1. Multi-Stakeholder Coordination across a Large Portfolio:
2. Managing Operational Risks & Safety Compliance
3. Regulatory Compliance
4) Key Result Areas (KRA):
Writethe key results expected from the job and the supporting actions for each of these key result areas (For a majority of jobs typically there could be 4- 7 key result areas; Maximum 10 KRAs)
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Principal Accountability/ Key Result Areas
Supporting Actions (Max 1325 characters for each KRA)
Generation & Revenue
Ensure system availability through effective preventive, breakdown, and predictive maintenance of HV/EHV assets.
Track KPIs, grid conditions, and asset health to minimize downtime and improve MTBF/MTTR.
Drive condition monitoring (thermal, oil, relay, PD/IR) and use diagnostic tools.
Lead RCA, PFMEA, and corrective actions to prevent repeat issues and improve reliability.
Complete shutdowns and annual maintenance on schedule and meet AEP targets.
Asset Availability & Reliability
Grid Compliance & Regulatory Adherence
Ensure compliance with CEA/CERC/RLDC/SLDC requirements, including protection audits, relay coordination, and grid conditions.
Oversee grid compliance checks, statutory inspections, and closure of audit findings.
Maintain documentation for events, disturbances, and regulatory submissions.
Coordinate with Load Dispatch Centers for approvals, outages, synchronization, and compliance activities.
Apply standards and best practices to maintain protection system and relay performance.
Plant availability/Fault Management & Restoration
Lead technical response and restoration for transmission line faults, substation failures, and protection trips.
Use systematic troubleshooting and investigation to prevent repeat faults.
Strengthen readiness through emergency plans, spare availability, and vendor mobilization.
Cut outage time through faster diagnosis, skilled support, and remote monitoring tools.
Spare Parts & Resource Planning
Prepare annual and long-term spare strategies for critical equipment (breakers, CT/PT, relays, LA, batteries, insulators, OPGW/HT cables etc).
Track consumption trends, optimize inventory levels, and ensure procurement forecasts align with budget.
Develop new vendors and negotiate contracts to reduce cost without compromising quality and delivery timelines.
Maintain spare traceability, documentation, and stock audits for compliance and operational readiness.
Project Handover & Technical Due Diligence
Lead the operational acceptance of new Wind & Solar project eBoP infra by reviewing as-built documentation, testing reports, protection settings, and SCADA integration.
Identify punch points, evaluate EPC deliverables, and ensure closure prior to O&M takeover.
Conduct technical due diligence for asset acquisitions, assessing risk, design adequacy, and compliance gaps.
Provide recommendations on mitigation measures, upgrade requirements, and future O&M implications.
Collaborate closely with EPC, Engineering, and Quality teams for seamless transition into operational phase.
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Relationships:
Describe the nature and purpose of most important contacts or relationship (except superior/team members) with individuals, departments, organizations inside and outside of the organization, that job is required to interact with in order to deliver the job objectives
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Internal (Other Functional Teams-
(Position Name- Function Name),
Senior Management, Board)
Central Team (HO Cross functional team)
Daily
Coordinate on plant performance data, budget alignment, grid availability tracking, deviation analysis, and timely reporting to ensure targets are met and issues are escalated/resolved swiftly.
HSE (Health, Safety & Environment) Team
Weekly/ as needed
Interact to implement safety standards, ensure site safety audits, incident reporting (UA/UC/NM/LTI), and promote zero-harm practices across the plant workforce.
Implement stringent Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) standards, conduct toolbox talks, site audits, and safety drills.
Central Procurement & Commercial Team
As needed
Coordinate for spare part procurement, service contracts, vendor onboarding, and support in resolving invoice and compliance-related issues at site level.
Finance & Accounts Team
As needed
Share documentation for vendor invoices, expense tracking, and coordinate for timely processing of payments in line with compliance and approval processes.
External (Customers, Government Bodies, Other Organizations)
DISCOM/Utility Operators
As needed
Liaise with State DISCOMs, PGCIL, CTUIL, and regulatory agencies for permits, outages, and statutory clearances.
Vendors & Service Contractors
As needed
Manage vendor activities for maintenance, cleaning, security, and other site services; ensure compliance with contracts, monitor performance, process invoices, and address service quality concerns.
Local Community & Stakeholders
As needed
Maintain positive relations to address any site-related concerns, support corporate social responsibility initiatives, and ensure smooth local operations without disruptions.
for scheduling, shutdown approvals, and synchronization.
Ensuring
grid code compliance
(reactive power, frequency support, fault ride-through).
Submission of
AMR/JMR readings
and energy data for settlement.
Communication during
grid disturbances, curtailments, or outages
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7) Organizational Relationships:
Provide the structure for a level above and below the position for which this job description is written. Use position titles in the structured and indicate all the reports of the position. (to be filled by HR)
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8) Key Deliverables:
Please provide all the key business-related documents specific and relevant to your role (To include Approvals (Internal & External), Technical Specifications, Agreements, Contracts, Review Meeting Minutes, or Any other documents critical for long term reference)
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Description
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Preventive Maintenance (PM) Schedules
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Planned maintenance calendars outlining routine checks and servicing activities to ensure uninterrupted plant operations.