Associate Manager - Operations & Maintenance

About the Organization

Adani Group is a diversified Indian conglomerate with 10 publicly listed companies and a nationwide presence across logistics and utility infrastructure. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, it has built its reputation around large-scale infrastructure development and operations and maintenance practices aligned to global benchmarks. The group includes four businesses rated by IG, making it the only infrastructure investment-grade issuer in India.

Adani Power Limited, part of the Adani Group, is India’s largest private thermal power producer. Its installed generation capacity stands at 15,250 MW, spread across thermal power stations in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, and Jharkhand, along with a 40 MW solar project in Gujarat.

Role Summary

This position focuses on monitoring and operating plant systems such as the Boiler, Turbine, Generator, Balance of Plant (BOP), switchyard, and transformer areas to maintain reliable performance. The role also covers start-up and shut-down activities, Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) operations, equipment upkeep, energy-saving initiatives, and compliance with environmental norms.

Core Duties

As a Control Room Engineer / Lead Desk Engineer / Lead FGD / Switchyard Engineer, you will oversee day-to-day plant operations, react to operational deviations, and support safe and efficient power generation.

• Track Boiler, Turbine, Generator, BOP, and electrical systems closely to keep them running at optimal levels.
• Carry out plant start-up and shut-down procedures when needed.
• Continuously watch key operating parameters and take quick action when any variation is detected.
• Perform regular equipment changeovers and trial runs of emergency drives.
• Manage BTG-related emergencies and coordinate response activities.
• Address switchyard and grid-related emergencies to reduce operational disruption.
• Ensure equipment is safely isolated and returned to service as per operational or emergency requirements.
• Operate and monitor the FGD system and its parameters.
• Maintain accurate and current logbooks for all plant parameters.
• Drive energy conservation efforts with attention to SOC, APC, DM water consumption, and heat rate.
• Monitor important chemistry parameters to support environmental compliance and plant efficiency.
• Oversee FGD operations to help reduce emissions and meet regulatory standards.
• Follow IMS, AWMS, DISHA, and CHETNA practices within the department.
• Protect personnel and equipment by adhering to safety procedures and training requirements.
• Work in line with PTW procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Escalate plant defects and operational issues to the shift in charge without delay.
• Support digitization efforts aimed at improving operational performance.
• Contribute to automation initiatives that align with business objectives.
• Suggest and implement process improvements and modern technology-based solutions.

Stakeholders

Internal coordination is expected primarily with Maintenance Engineers. No external stakeholder is specified.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should hold a BE/B.Tech degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related discipline from a recognized institution. The role requires at least 9 years of experience in power plant operations, preferably in thermal power generation.

Additional Information

The position is based in Mundra, Gujarat, India and is a full-time, on-site role.