Sr. Manager / Manager – Coke Oven & CDQ Operation Job in Chandrapur at Lloyds Metals & Energy Ltd

• Key Responsibilities

1. Coke Oven Operation Management:

• Supervise and control the entire Coke Oven battery operation (charging, coking, pushing, and quenching).
• Ensure stable oven pressure, temperature uniformity, and coking time as per process norms.
• Monitor and optimize coal charge quality, blend ratio, and moisture content for consistent coke strength (CSR, CRI).
• Coordinate with Coal Handling Plant (CHP) and By-Product Plant (BPP) for uninterrupted input and output flows.
• Ensure adherence to operating parameters to prevent battery leakage, oven damage, or poor carbonization.
• Plan and execute battery heating-up, oven repair, and maintenance shutdowns with maintenance teams.

2. CDQ (Coke Dry Quenching) System Operation:

• Ensure smooth operation of the CDQ system to recover heat from hot coke and generate steam or power.
• Maintain proper control over:
• Coke temperature at CDQ inlet and outlet.
• Circulating gas temperature, pressure, and flow.
• Steam generation and recovery efficiency.
• Optimize heat recovery performance and reduce specific energy consumption.
• Monitor performance of CDQ boiler, fans, gas circulation system, dust collectors, and cooling towers.
• Coordinate with the Power Plant / Utility Team for steam and power balance.
• Troubleshoot abnormalities like:
• Gas leakage, dust accumulation, or reduced cooling efficiency.
• Coke breakage or uneven cooling.

3. Process Control & Optimization:

• Analyze daily production, coke quality, and CDQ system data to identify deviations and optimize parameters.
• Support process trials for energy optimization and improved coke quality.
• Coordinate with the process control & automation team to fine-tune DCS logic and instrumentation.
• Implement best practices for minimizing fuel consumption and maximizing waste heat recovery.
• Support the implementation of digital monitoring systems (SCADA/DCS) for real-time control.

4. Maintenance & Equipment Reliability:

• Coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation teams for planned and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure high equipment availability of:
• Coke Oven machines (charging car, pusher car, quenching car).
• CDQ equipment (boiler, fans, valves, cyclones, conveyors).
• Prepare and execute shutdown and maintenance schedules.
• Analyze equipment performance and implement reliability improvement plans.

5. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE):

• Ensure compliance with all safety and environmental standards in coke oven and CDQ operations.
• Enforce PPE usage, confined space entry, and LOTO procedures.
• Minimize fugitive emissions, dust, and gas leakages.
• Promote safety culture through toolbox talks, training, and incident reporting.
• Support ISO standards: ISO 45001 (OHS), ISO 14001 (Environment), and ISO 9001 (Quality).

6. Team Management & Training:

• Lead a team of Shift In-charges, Engineers, and Operators.
• Plan and allocate manpower for all shifts ensuring seamless 24x7 operations.
• Conduct regular skill development sessions on safe and efficient operation.
• Drive team performance through motivation and structured KPIs.

7. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain daily and monthly reports covering:
• Coke production, quality, and yield.
• CDQ performance data (heat recovery, steam generation, efficiency).
• Equipment downtime and maintenance schedules.
• Support audits and management reviews through accurate data reporting.
• Prepare deviation analysis and action plans for performance improvement.

Qualifications:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Metallurgical / Mechanical / Chemical / Production / Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Strong technical knowledge of Coke Oven, CDQ systems, and gas handling.

Experience:

• Manager: 8–12 years of experience in Coke Oven and CDQ plant operation in an integrated steel plant.
• Sr. Manager: 12–16 years of experience in Coke Oven & CDQ process, control, and maintenance coordination.
• Hands-on experience in automation systems (PLC/DCS) and energy recovery preferred.
• Experience with large-capacity batteries (≥0.5 MTPA) is desirable.

Technical Skills:

• Sound knowledge of the cooking process, heat recovery, and carbonization chemistry.
• Understanding of CDQ system operation, boiler efficiency, and steam balance.
• Familiarity with Coke Oven battery design and refractory maintenance.
• Proficiency in DCS/SCADA systems and process instrumentation.
• Basic understanding of by-product gas system and emission control.
• Competence in MS Office, SAP (PM/MM modules), and data analytics tools

From commissioning one of the oldest DRI plants in Maharashtra, to pioneering iron ore production in the state while uplifting the places we operate in. Growth which has become synonymous with our performance.
Growth which reflects in our ambitious plans of becoming a world class steel producer. Growth which is not only for us but for the nation at large.