Lead -Maintenance Mechanical

Position Title

Lead - Mevhanical - Maintenance

Position Summary

We are seeking a proactive and skilled Lead– Mechanical Maintenance to oversee and improve the reliability, efficiency, and safety of production machinery and systems in our metal conductor manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems related to continuous and batch manufacturing processes.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Ensure optimal performance of all plant machinery, including wire drawing machines, annealing units, stranding machines, extrusion lines, and related utilities.
• Conduct routine and preventive maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns with minimal production downtime.
• Develop and implement predictive maintenance strategies (using vibration analysis, thermal imaging, etc.).
• Maintain records of maintenance activities, equipment history, and spare parts inventory.
• Coordinate with the production and quality teams to support uninterrupted operations.
• Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Assist in planning and executing machine upgrades, installations, and plant expansions.
• Manage external contractors and vendors for specialized maintenance tasks.
• Continuously analyze equipment performance data to recommend improvements.

Position Demands

Equipment Maintenance Expertise

Deep understanding of machines like wire drawing, annealing, stranding, extrusion, and coiling units.

Skilled in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis

Ability to diagnose complex equipment failures and implement effective solutions.

Use of tools like fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, or FMEA.

Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

Knowledge of scheduling, executing, and improving PM programs.

Experience with vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing, etc.

CMMS Proficiency

Experience using Computerized Maintenance Management Systems for logging work orders, managing spares, and tracking equipment history.

Instrumentation & Controls

Familiarity with sensors, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and variable frequency drives used in conductor manufacturing processes.

Safety & Compliance

Understanding of machine safety standards, LOTO procedures, and compliance with OSHA or local regulations.

Documentation & Reporting

Ability to read technical drawings, manuals, and generate accurate maintenance reports and logs.

Utilities & Support Systems

Knowledge of plant utilities like compressors, chillers, HVAC, and electrical distribution panels.

Energy Efficiency & Cost Control

Ability to analyze energy consumption and propose energy-saving improvements.

Competencies

About Us

About Sterlite

Sterlite is India’s leading integrated power transmission developer and solutions provider, focused on addressing complex challenges in the sector by tackling the key constraints of time, space and capital.

We believe that electricity access transforms societies and delivers long-lasting social impact. Sterlite is uniquely positioned to solve the toughest challenges of energy delivery.

We are guided by our core purpose of empowering humanity by addressing the toughest challenges of energy delivery. Our four core values form the pillars of our organization:

• Respect: Every one counts
• Social Impact: We work to improve lives
• Fun: “Thank God it’s Monday!”
• Innovation: A new way today

Sterlite is a leading global developer of power transmission infrastructure with projects of over 10,000 circuit km and 15,000 MVA in India and Brazil. With an industry-leading portfolio of power conductors, EHV cables and OPGW, Sterlite also offers solutions for upgrading, uprating and strengthening existing networks. The Company has set new benchmarks in the industry by use of cutting-edge technologies and innovative financing.

For more details, visit: www.sterlitepower.com