Head of Plant Operations / General Manager (Electro-Mechanical), Paper Mill

Job Purpose

Lead and manage all electro-mechanical, maintenance, and utility functions of the paper manufacturing plant, ensuring efficient operation with minimum downtime, optimum energy use, cost efficiency, and full safety/regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all electrical, mechanical, utility, and maintenance operations of the plant, including the Paper Machine, Stock Preparation, Pulping, and related production equipment.

• Manage electrical systems (HT/LT panels, transformers, switchgear, MCC, PCC, VFD, PLC, motors) and utilities (boilers, steam systems, turbines, compressors, water treatment).

• Develop and implement Preventive, Predictive, and Breakdown Maintenance programs to minimize downtime and production loss.

• Lead annual shutdowns, overhauls, and plant turnaround activities.

• Monitor equipment performance, energy consumption, and maintenance costs; drive energy-saving initiatives.

• Review specifications and proposals for new machinery, expansion, and modernization projects.

• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Procurement, Finance, Safety, and HR for smooth operations.

• Supervise contractors/vendors and ensure adequate spare parts inventory.

• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of major failures and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with electrical, boiler, fire, and occupational safety standards, including equipment inspection/certification.

• Prepare and control the annual maintenance budget (CAPEX/OPEX).

• Lead, train, and develop the maintenance team; report regularly to management.

 Admin & Factory Operations:

• Supervise day-to-day factory operations, manpower, shifts and discipline.

• Ensure factory security, housekeeping, and administrative services.

• Ensure compliance with company policy and statutory regulations.

• Conduct regular inspections and correct operational/safety deficiencies.