Assistant Manager - Boiler AHP

Qualifications and Experience Essential Qualification

B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized University / Institute.

Preferred Qualification

• M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• MBA / PGDM in Operations / Project Management.

Experience

8–12 Years of relevant experience in Thermal Power Projects.

Mandatory Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience in Boiler Auxiliary Erection, Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning, Startup, and Performance Testing activities.
• Experience in Thermal Power Projects with Unit capacities of 500 MW, 600 MW, 660 MW, 800 MW, or higher.
• Hands-on experience in commissioning:
  • APH
  • PA/FD/ID Fans
  • Coal Mills
  • Coal Feeders
  • Fuel Oil Systems
  • Boiler Air & Flue Gas Systems
  • SCR Systems
  • ESP Auxiliaries
  • Boiler Auxiliary Packages
• Proven experience in major commissioning milestones including:
  • Boiler Light-Up
  • Steam Blowing
  • Safety Valve Floating
  • Unit Synchronization
  • Reliability Run
  • Performance Testing
• Experience handling commissioning engineers, contractors, OEM representatives, and multidisciplinary project teams.

Essential Areas of Expertise

• Boiler Auxiliary Commissioning
• APH Commissioning
• PA/FD/ID Fan Commissioning
• Coal Mill Commissioning
• Coal Feeder Systems
• Fuel Oil Systems
• Air & Flue Gas Systems
• Boiler Ducting Systems
• SCR Systems
• ESP Auxiliary Systems
• Steam Blowing
• Boiler Light-Up
• Safety Valve Floating
• Reliability Run & Performance Testing
• Commissioning Planning & Scheduling
• Resource Management
• Contractor Management
• Interface Management
• Safety & Quality Compliance

Boiler Auxiliary Commissioning

• Lead commissioning activities of Boiler Auxiliary packages from mechanical completion through performance testing and handover to Operations.
• Develop and monitor commissioning schedules, resource deployment plans, and system-wise commissioning strategies.
• Ensure commissioning activities are executed in line with approved procedures, commissioning methodologies, and project schedules.
• Drive timely closure of punch points, deficiencies, and commissioning observations.

Boiler Auxiliary Systems

Lead commissioning activities for:

• Air Preheaters (APH)
• PA Fans, FD Fans & ID Fans
• Coal Mills and Mill Auxiliary Systems
• Coal Feeders
• Fuel Oil Systems
• Boiler Air & Flue Gas Duct Systems
• Dampers & Expansion Joints
• Soot Blowers
• SCR Systems & Reactor Packages
• ESP Auxiliaries
• Coal Piping Systems
• Compressed Air Systems
• Mill Reject Handling Systems
• Ash Handling Interfaces
• Boiler Auxiliary Pumps and Associated Equipment

Startup & Critical Commissioning Activities

• Lead and supervise:
  • Pre-Commissioning Activities
  • Equipment Trial Runs
  • Interlock Checks
  • Logic Verification
  • System Flushing Activities
  • APH Trial Runs
  • Fan Commissioning
  • Coal Mill Commissioning
  • Fuel Oil System Commissioning
  • Boiler Hydro Test Support
  • Chemical Cleaning Support
  • Boiler Light-Up Activities
  • Steam Blowing Activities
  • Safety Valve Floating
  • Reliability Runs
  • Synchronization Support
  • Performance Guarantee Test (PGT) Support

Planning & Resource Management

• Prepare commissioning schedules and resource rolling plans.
• Monitor weekly and monthly MIS related to drawings, materials, commissioning status, manpower, and resources.
• Ensure availability of commissioning consumables, tools, equipment, and spares.
• Monitor contractor productivity and commissioning progress against project milestones.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to Adani Power Safety Standards, PTW systems, LOTO procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Review and approve JSA, HIRA, commissioning methodologies, SOPs, and commissioning checklists.
• Conduct commissioning readiness reviews before startup activities.
• Ensure compliance with quality plans, OEM recommendations, and project specifications.
• Drive a zero-harm culture during all commissioning activities.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, QA/QC, Electrical, C&I, CHP, Civil, and Operations teams.
• Liaise with EPC contractors, consultants, OEMs, and commissioning agencies.
• Resolve interface issues impacting commissioning schedules and project progress.
• Support management reviews and project milestone assessments.

Reporting & Documentation

• Monitor commissioning progress and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
• Ensure proper documentation of commissioning records, SOPs, checklists, and test reports.
• Facilitate smooth handover of commissioned systems to Operations & Maintenance teams.
• Present commissioning status, critical issues, and recovery plans to senior management.