01Overview
Job Purpose
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
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.
Ensure strict compliance with PTW, LOTO/LOTOTO, JSA, and Toolbox Talks, maintaining a high
standard of safety during all activities.
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.
Perform troubleshooting of rolling mill control systems, including PLCs, digital DC/AC drives, and
auxiliary systems.
Execute maintenance and troubleshooting of AC/DC motors, transformers, and power
distribution systems up to 11 kV and above.
Comply with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, TS, and OHSAS requirements relevant to departmental
activities.
Implement 5S and BCE practices to maintain high standards of electrical installations and
equipment housekeeping.
Identify abnormalities proactively and take corrective actions to improve safety, reliability, and
equipment life.
Monitor daily plant energy consumption, complete checklists, and initiate corrective actions
where deviations are observed.
Control the usage of spares, ensure proper handling and condition, maintain optimum inventory
levels, and return unused spares to the store.
Monitor critical mill parameters during the shift as guided by the Area Head (AH) and report
deviations promptly.
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.
Job Context & Major Challenges:
With Hindalcos 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 decision making,
effective troubleshooting, and close coordination with shift and non shift 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 shift level inventory, ensuring availability of essential items, correct usage, proper records, and timely return of unused material to stores. Maintaining .