Head Projects - Mechanical Maintenance

Project Planning & Execution

Lead end-to-end mechanical project execution in line with approved scope, budget and timelines.

Develop project execution plans, milestones, resource plans and risk mitigation strategies.

Review engineering drawings, equipment specifications, layouts, P&IDs and technical documents.

Ensure timely installation, erection, alignment, testing and commissioning of mechanical equipment.

Monitor project progress and resolve technical and execution bottlenecks.

Mechanical Maintenance & Reliability

Drive preventive, predictive and breakdown maintenance strategies for mechanical equipment.

Ensure high availability and reliability of critical plant equipment.

Identify recurring failures and implement RCA, FMEA and corrective/preventive actions.

Drive improvements in MTBF, MTTR, equipment availability and maintenance cost.

Develop equipment criticality and spares strategies.

Equipment & Technical Expertise

Manage installation/maintenance of equipment such as:

Conveyors and material-handling systems

Gearboxes, motors, pumps and compressors

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Cranes and lifting equipment

Rollers, shears, straightening machines and processing-line equipment

Utility and auxiliary mechanical systems

Review equipment selection, technical specifications and performance requirements.

CAPEX & Cost Management

Prepare/review mechanical CAPEX estimates and project budgets.

Ensure effective cost control throughout project execution.

Evaluate technical offers and support techno-commercial evaluation of vendors.

Identify opportunities for cost optimization without compromising safety, quality or reliability.

Vendor & Contractor Management

Manage EPC contractors, OEMs, consultants and mechanical vendors.

Ensure contractor compliance with project schedules, specifications, quality and safety requirements.

Conduct technical discussions, site reviews and progress meetings.

Ensure effective contractor performance management.

Commissioning & Handover

Lead pre-commissioning, commissioning and performance trials.

Ensure punch-point closure and achievement of agreed equipment performance parameters.

Establish SOPs, maintenance plans, critical spares and documentation before handover.

Ensure smooth transition from project to plant maintenance/operations.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with Tata Group/TSDPL safety standards and statutory requirements.

Drive safe work practices including PTW, LOTO, JSA and contractor safety management.

Ensure adherence to engineering standards, quality systems and environmental requirements.

People & Stakeholder Management

Lead a team of mechanical engineers, supervisors and technicians.

Coordinate closely with Operations, Electrical, Instrumentation, Projects, Procurement, Quality, Safety and Finance.

Build technical capability within the mechanical maintenance/project team.