Officer

Purpose

HVAC – Shift Officer - To ensure the continuous, safe, and GMP-

compliant operation of HVAC & Utility systems supporting

manufacturing, dispensing, granulation, compression, coating,

packaging, warehouse, and utility areas within the OSD facility. The role

is responsible for maintaining environmental conditions, pressure

differentials, temperature, humidity, and air quality as per approved

specifications, regulatory requirements, and site procedures to support

product quality and prevent cross-contamination.

Position / Job Title

Officer – HVAC (O&M)

Department

Engineering – Utilities & HVAC

Reporting To

Assistant Manager, Engineering

Location

Pithampur

Years Of Experience

4-6 Years of relevant experience in reputed OSD and/or Injectable pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Dosage Form

Solid & Semi solid

Job Responsibilities /Deliverables

HVAC System Operation & Maintenance

Operate and maintain HVAC systems serving manufacturing,

packing, warehouse, dispensing, QC, Microbiology, utility, and

ancillary areas.

Monitor and maintain critical environmental parameters,

Including:

Differential Pressure (DP)

Temperature

Relative Humidity (%RH)

Air Changes per Hour (ACH)

Ensure Uninterrupted Operation Of:

AHUs

Exhaust Systems

Fresh Air Systems

Dehumidification Systems

Ventilation Systems

Perform routine inspection and troubleshooting of HVAC

equipment.

Maintain HVAC equipment in a validated and compliant

state.

Preventive Maintenance & Calibration

Execute preventive maintenance activities as per approved PM

planner.

Coordinate and support calibration of HVAC instruments,

Including:

Differential Pressure Sensors

Temperature Sensors

RH Sensors

Air Velocity and Airflow Measuring Instruments

Ensure timely closure of PM and calibration activities.

Maintain maintenance records and calibration

documentation.

Qualification & Validation Support

Execute and support: IQ, OQ & PQ as per departmental

requirements and supervisor instructions.

Support HVAC Qualification Activities Including:

Airflow Visualization (Smoke Studies)

Recovery Studies

Air Velocity Measurement

HEPA Filter Integrity Testing

Room Pressure Verification

Temperature & RH Mapping

Coordinate with third-party qualification agencies during

validation activities.

Seasonal Mapping Activities

Participate in for manufacturing and storage areas.

Coordinate with external agencies for mapping studies.

Review and maintain associated qualification records.

Utility Systems Operation

Candidate Should Possess Working Knowledge Of:

Chiller System

Water-cooled chillers

Chilled water pumps

Expansion tanks

Air separators

Cooling Tower System

Cooling tower operation

Water treatment coordination

Cooling tower maintenance and monitoring

Air Compressor System

Air compressor operation

Air receiver maintenance

Compressed air distribution system monitoring

GMP & QMS Compliance

Follow cGMP requirements at all times.

Ensure Compliance With:

Equipment Logbooks

Utility Logbooks

PM Records

Calibration Records

Breakdown Records

Participate In:

Deviation Investigations

CAPA Activities

Change Control Activities

Internal Audits

Regulatory Audits

HVAC Service Floor & Utility Area – Upkeep

Maintain HVAC service floors and utility areas in a clean and

organized condition.

Ensure:

Good housekeeping standards

Proper lighting arrangements

Safe access to HVAC equipment

Compliance with EHS requirements

Monitor Proper Functioning Of:

Access Control System (ACS)

Utility area infrastructure

Service floor utilities

Documentation & GMP Compliance

Record all maintenance activities in logbooks, PM sheets, and job

cards as per GDP.

Follow ALCOA+ principles for maintenance documentation.

Support audits (QA, EHS, regulatory) with accurate and updated

records.

Report deviations, breakages, abnormalities, and support CAPA

closure.

Support engineering documentation: logbooks, PM checklists,

calibration coordination.

Installation & Commissioning

Assist in installation and commissioning of new equipment in existing/new facility.

Safety & Compliance

Follow Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) and utility

safety protocols.

Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to plant safety

standards.

Support EHS inspections and implement corrective actions.

Qualification & Experience

B-Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (Regular)

Additional Notes Skills & Competencies

Mandatory

HVAC Operation & Maintenance

AHU Performance Monitoring

Chiller Operation

Cooling Tower Operation

Air Compressor Operation

HVAC Qualification Activities

Preventive Maintenance Planning

Instrument Calibration Support

GMP Compliance

ALCOA+ Compliance

Documentation Practices

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Zero Quality Incidents

100% adherence of PM Schedular

100% calibration schedular

Utility Equipment uptime score must be more than 85%

Zero Safety Incidents