Job Description
Purpose
Executive Utilities will be responsible for ensuring reliable, safe, and compliant operation of all utility systems during the assigned shift. The role supports uninterrupted production by managing critical utility assets such as boilers, chillers, water systems, compressed air systems, electrical distribution rooms, and emergency power systems. This position requires strong mechanical engineering knowledge, regulatory understanding (GMP/cGMP), and basic Lean practices for continuous improvement.
Position / Job Title
Executive Utilities Engineering
Department
Engineering
Reporting To
Assistant General Manager, Engineering
Location
Pithampur
Years Of Experience
0709 years of experience in Electrical Utility maintenance.
Dosage Form
Solid & Semi solid
Job Responsibilities / Deliverables
Shift Operations & Monitoring:
Operate And Monitor Critical Utility Equipment Including
Boiler, Chiller, Cooling Tower, Air Compressors, DG Sets, LT/HT Electrical Rooms, Water Generation System (WFI/RO/Soft Water), Purified Water Distribution Loop, and associated mechanical equipment.
Ensure continuous and stable utilities to production with minimal downtime.
Handle shift logs, operational data recording, and shift wise reporting.
Ensure stable utility parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow, and quality.
Conduct routine shift inspections, equipment rounds, and environmental checks.
Ensure readiness of utilities for batch startup, shutdown, and any production requirement.
Compliance, GMP & Documentation
Maintain all documentation as per GMP, GDP, and engineering SOPs.
Timely Completion Of
Logbooks
Utility shift reports
Equipment performance records
Checklists, calibration support records
Immediately escalate and document any deviations, abnormalities, or near misses.
Ensure utilities meet pharma requirements for PW, Compressed Air, HVAC utility supply, etc.
Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance Coordination
Coordinate With Engineering/maintenance Teams For
Preventive maintenance (PM)
Condition based monitoring
Predictive maintenance activities
Ensure timely availability of utilities during maintenance shutdowns.
Support contractors/vendors during service activities.
Review and update equipment maintenance history.
Maintain history cards for key equipment and motors.
Utility System Optimization & Lean Implementation
Apply basic Lean principles (5S, Kaizen, waste elimination).
Ensure Energy Optimization In
Compressed air usage
Chilled water management
Boiler steam load optimization
DG load management and fuel consumption
Identify and propose improvement opportunities to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
Safety, Statutory & Compliance
Ensure safe operation of all utility systems as per statutory norms.
Follow LOTO, Permit-to-Work (PTW), and hazard reporting protocols.
Team Collaboration & Communication
Coordinate with Production, QA, QC, Engineering, and EHS teams for smooth shift functioning.
Provide clear and accurate shift handover reports.
Guide operators and technicians under the shift for safe and efficient utility operations.
Qualifications Education
ITI / Diploma in Electrical Trade (mandatory).
Valid HT/LT Wireman License issued by State Government Licensing Board (mandatory).
Additional Notes
Skills & Competencies
Strong understanding of mechanical utility systems.
Understanding of pharma utility quality standards (PW quality, clean utility parameters).
Ability to read engineering drawings (P&ID, utility layout).
Experience in Pharma OSD Utilities (mandatory preference).
Exposure to regulatory audits: USFDA, EU-GMP, WHO.
Familiarity with automation systems (BMS/SCADA) is an advantage.