Chr. Hansen
Website:
novonesis.com
Job details:
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- Main tasks:
- Overall Plant Maintenance: Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant electrical systems including HT/LT panels, transformers, DG sets, PCC/MCC panels, process Equipment and utilities, review electrical schematics/SLDs, BOQ when required
- Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance: Execute preventive maintenance as per schedule and handle breakdowns with root cause analysis to minimize downtime.
- HT/LT Power Distribution Management: Operate and maintain 22KV HT switchgears (VCB), LBS, 22000/440V transformers (with OLTC), PCC/MCC panels, and APFC & Harmonic systems for safe and stable power supply.
- Utility & process Electrical Systems Management:
- Maintain electrical systems of boilers, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, RO plants, HVAC, and other critical utilities & Equipment’s.
- Compliance & Documentation (GMP/ISO):
Maintain ISO and GMP documentation, calibration records, PM logs, and ensure compliance with food safety and electrical regulations.
- Spare Parts & Cost Control:
Monitor electrical spare inventory, ensure critical spare availability, and support maintenance cost control.
Ensure adherence to all legal requirements, statutory norms, and company standards.
- Other tasks:
- Ensure compliance with Indian Electricity Rules and electrical safety standards.
- Monitor energy consumption and support energy optimization initiatives.
- Participate in audits (Internal, ISO, GMP, Food Safety) and ensure audit readiness.
- Support LEAN, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure contractor safety and safe work permit compliance during electrical jobs.
- Key stakeholders:
- Internal Stakeholders:
- Coordinate with Production, Quality/EHS, Supply Chain, Projects and Engineering teams to ensure smooth maintenance, Support plant modifications and expansions. compliance, spare availability, and plant improvements.
- External Stakeholders:
- OEMs and electrical equipment vendors
- Electrical contractors
- Statutory electrical inspectors and auditors
Working Relationship:
- Collaborative, proactive, and cross-functional coordination to ensure reliable plant operations.
- Industrial/technical background
- Experience in process plants such as chemical, pharmaceutical, food, FMCG, or similar industries.
- Experience working in GMP-controlled environments.
Strong hands-on knowledge of:
- HT/LT systems and switchgear
- Transformers with OLTC
- DG sets, UPS and power backup systems
- PCC/MCC panels
- APFC panels and power factor correction
- Electrical troubleshooting and schematic reading
- Electrical safety systems and grounding
- Familiarity with SAP/CMMS for PM planning preferred.
Candidate Profile:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (mandatory)
Relevant professional skills:
- Electrical preventive & breakdown maintenance
- Spare parts & inventory management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Vendor coordination
- Audit documentation (ISO, GMP, Food Safety compliance)
- LEAN practices
Years of relevant experience:
- 10+ years of experience in a similar maintenance role in a process/manufacturing plant
Language requirements and proficiency level:
- English: Professional working proficiency
- Local language (Hindi/ Marathi) : Preferred for shop-floor communication
- Personal/behavioural skills
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently during breakdown situations
- High accountability and ownership mindset
- Strong compliance and documentation discipline
- Safety-conscious and GMP-focused
- Ability to work under pressure in a regulated manufacturing environment
Job Location - Patalganga MIDC (Near Panvel, Navi Mumbai)
Transport - Available from Kharghar Station and Panvel Station.
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