Support Electrical

Job Description

Job Purpose

1) Job Purpose

The primary role of the Shift Supervisor (Electrical) is to manage and execute all electrical maintenance

activities during the shift to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous plant operations. The position is

responsible for effective breakdown handling, adherence to safety systems, basic analysis of failures,

and coordination with the maintenance team to minimize downtime.

The Shift Supervisor is expected to demonstrate strong technical hands-on capability, discipline in

safety practices, and compliance with quality and statutory requirements while supporting smooth mill

and auxiliary equipment operations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Attend and rectify electrical breakdowns across mills and all supporting equipment, working as

part of a team to restore operations in the shortest possible time.

2. Ensure strict compliance with PTW, LOTO/LOTOTO, JSA, and Toolbox Talks, maintaining a high

standard of safety during all activities.

3. Carry out basic problem analysis using QC tools and Why-Why methodology maintain detailed

breakdown data and share findings with the Section In-Charge for corrective actions.

4. Perform troubleshooting of rolling mill control systems, including PLCs, digital DC/AC drives, and

auxiliary systems.

5. Execute maintenance and troubleshooting of AC/DC motors, transformers, and power

distribution systems up to 11kV and above.

6. Comply with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, TS, and OHSAS requirements relevant to departmental

activities.

7. Implement 5S and BCE practices to maintain high standards of electrical installations and

equipment housekeeping.

8. Identify abnormalities proactively and take corrective actions to improve safety, reliability, and

equipment life.

9. Monitor daily plant energy consumption, complete checklists, and initiate corrective actions

where deviations are observed.

10. Control the usage of spares, ensure proper handling and condition, maintain optimum inventory

levels, and return unused spares to the store.

11. Monitor critical mill parameters during the shift as guided by the Area Head (AH) and report

deviations promptly.
2) Dimensions:

Business/SBU/Unit Revenue Revenue Hindalco Downstream Taloja operation - Rs. 226 Cr, EBITDA of downstream Business Taloja Rs.10.85 Crs

Business Workforce Number Unit Leadership team in SBU 200 nos

Unit Workforce Number Supervisory and workmen strength 700 nos

Function Workforce Number 17

Department Workforce Number 17

Other Quantitative and Important

Parameters for the Job:

Budgets/Volumes/No. of

Products/Geography/Markets/

Customers or any other parameter Productivity and reliability are the main criteria for shift. Attending breakdowns quickly is necessary to control downtime and improved efficiencies.

3) Job Context & Major Challenges:

With Hindalco's downstream operations expanding rapidly, the organization is focused on enhancing

product quality, improving equipment reliability, and optimizing overall plant performance. Electrical

systems, controls, and automation are critical to sustaining uninterrupted rolling mill operations, where

timely breakdown restoration and safe execution are key to minimizing downtime and production

losses.

The Shift Supervisor (Electrical) plays a pivotal role in this environment by leading all electrical

maintenance and breakdown activities during the shift. The role demands quick decisionmaking,

effective troubleshooting, and close coordination with shift and nonshift teams to ensure operational

continuity. In addition to technical supervision, the Shift Supervisor is responsible for enforcing safety

and statutory compliance, maintaining required documentation, supporting basic ERP processes,

managing spares in coordination with stores, and monitoring energy consumption.

By acting as the first line of leadership on the shop floor, the Shift Supervisor ensures equipment

availability, safe working practices, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement in electrical

system reliability.

Major Challenges of the Role

Developing and applying a strong understanding of complex rolling mill electrical and automation

systems, including PLCs, AC/DC drives, instrumentation, and protection systems, to restore operations

quickly and safely under pressure.

Ensuring 100% compliance with safety and statutory requirements, including PTW, LOTOTO, JSA, toolbox talks, and associated documentation, even during emergency breakdown situations. Leading and guiding shift personnel during breakdowns and maintenance activities, ensuring correct troubleshooting approach, work quality, and safe execution. Coordinating effectively with production, mechanical, utilities, and other supporting departments to enable smooth workflow, clear communication, and faster problem resolution. Managing critical spares and shiftlevel inventory, ensuring availability of essential items, correct usage, proper records, and timely return of unused material to stores. Maintaining accurate technical documentation and supporting ERP entries, including breakdown logs, equipment status updates, checklists, and maintenance observations. Monitoring shiftwise energy consumption, identifying abnormalities, and supporting initiatives to reduce losses and meet energy targets. Driving and supporting continuous improvement activities, including Kaizens and corrective actions aimed at improving safety, reliability, and productivity. Sustaining high standards of housekeeping, discipline, and 5S implementation across all electrical installations and work areas.

4) Key Result Areas/Accountabilities:

Key Result Areas/Accountabilities Supporting Actions

1. Ensure maximum equipment

availability and minimize

unplanned downtime during

shift operations.

. Conduct daily rounds and inspections of mills and auxiliary electrical equipment to identify abnormalities at an early stage. . Continuously develop technical proficiency in rolling mill control systems, PLCs, and automation, enabling faster fault diagnosis. . Ensure quick response to breakdowns, effective troubleshooting, and restoration of operations in minimum time through proper team coordination. . Document repetitive issues and escalate with data for permanent corrective actions.

2. Ensure efficient energy usage

and support plant energy

performance targets. . Monitor plant energy consumption on a daily, shift-wise basis and report deviations or abnormalities.

. Monitor plant power factor and initiate corrective actions in coordination with maintenance and utilities teams. . Ensure completion of energy checklists and follow up on identified improvement opportunities.

3. Control maintenance costs

without compromising safety

and reliability.

. Control consumption and utilization of electrical spares, ensuring usage only for genuine requirements. . Identify and salvage reusable spares, and ensure faulty or damaged items are segregated and disposed of as per procedure. . Control overtime (OT) by effective shift planning and deployment of relievers against absenteeism. . Coordinate with stores to ensure optimum spares availability and timely return of unused material.

4. Build a capable, safetyfocused,

and motivated shift team. . Motivate team members to share ideas and suggestions related to safety, reliability, and productivity improvement. . Conduct on-the-job training for members on safety practices, control systems, and basic troubleshooting. . Reinforce adherence to PTW, LOTOTO, and safe work practices through regular toolbox talks and supervision. . Guide members during breakdowns, improving problem-solving capability at the execution level.

5) Job Purpose of Direct Reports:

Position Title Job Purpose Position No.

Shift Members Attend Shift breakdowns, carry out work assigned by the shift supervisor.

6) Relationships:

Relationship Type

(Internal or External) Frequency & Nature

Internal

Internal: Production supervisor, shift coordinator, production section head, Electrical department SH, HOD, Members, Engineering Head, Mechanical head. Contract employees

External
External: MSEDCL, Vendors,