Plant Engineering Manager

Roles & Responsibilities – Manager Facility Management

1. Facility Operations & Infrastructure Management

• Ensure smooth operation of all plant infrastructure and utilities.
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• Manage day-to-day facility operations including:Electrical systemsDG setsUPS systemsAir compressorsHVAC / AHU systemsChillers / cooling systemsFire alarm & firefighting systemsWater systems (RO/DM/DI/STP/ETP)Building maintenance (civil, plumbing, roofing, flooring)
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• Ensure uninterrupted utility availability for production.
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• Monitor facility uptime, breakdowns, and restoration time.
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2. Plant Maintenance Management

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• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities.
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• Develop annual maintenance plans and shutdown schedules.
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• Ensure maintenance SOPs, PM checklists, and calibration systems are implemented.
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• Track MTBF, MTTR, utility efficiency, and maintenance KPIs.
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• Manage AMC/CMC contracts for utilities and infrastructure.
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• Root cause analysis and corrective action implementation for recurring failures.
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• Ensure availability of critical maintenance spares.
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• Coordinate with production to minimize downtime.
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3. New Project / Construction Management

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• Lead greenfield / brownfield plant infrastructure projects.
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• Manage:Factory constructionCivil worksInterior fit-outsUtility installationProduction area readinessCleanroom setupOffice infrastructure setup
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• Review plant layout, utility requirements, and expansion plans.
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• Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
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• Track project timelines, budgets, milestones, and deliverables.
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• Ensure quality and safety compliance during construction.
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• Verify contractor billing, BOQ compliance, and work completion certification.
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4. Procurement & Capex Management

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• Manage procurement of facility-related materials and services.
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• Handle sourcing for:Utility equipmentMaintenance sparesFacility consumablesAMC servicesCivil materialsElectrical itemsSafety systemsProject-related equipment
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• Prepare RFQ/RFP, technical specifications, and vendor comparisons.
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• Conduct techno-commercial evaluations.
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• Support negotiation for pricing, delivery, and contract terms.
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• Monitor PO release, delivery follow-up, installation readiness.
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• Manage CAPEX budgeting and approval documentation.
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5. Supplier / Contractor Management

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• Identify, qualify, and onboard facility vendors.
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• Manage supplier performance:CostQualityResponse timeService levelDelivery adherence
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• Review contractor manpower deployment and productivity.
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• Conduct vendor audits and periodic performance reviews.
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• Manage escalation for delays and service failures.
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• Ensure statutory compliance of contractors.
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6. Utility Management

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• Monitor utility consumption and optimization:PowerWaterCompressed airHVAC energyDiesel
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• Drive energy-saving and cost reduction initiatives.
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• Track specific utility consumption KPIs.
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• Plan utility capacity based on production growth.
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7. Compliance & Statutory Management

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• Ensure facility compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
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• Coordinate audits and documentation for:Electrical safetyFire safetyPollution controlFactory complianceLift certificationPressure vessel certificationDG complianceCalibration compliance
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• Maintain licenses, permits, and inspection records.
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8. Safety, EHS & Risk Management

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• Ensure safe facility operations.
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• Conduct hazard identification and risk assessment.
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• Ensure contractor safety management.
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• Enforce PTW (Permit to Work) systems.
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• Drive emergency preparedness and mock drills.
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• Ensure PPE compliance during facility activities.
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• Support incident investigation and CAPA closure.
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9. Budget & Cost Control

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• Prepare annual facility OPEX and CAPEX budgets.
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• Monitor budget utilization.
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• Control maintenance and utility costs.
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• Validate invoices, service bills, contractor claims.
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• Track savings initiatives and ROI.