COO - Power, Tuticorin & MALCO

COO Power, Tuticorin & MALCO

Be a part of the world's leading natural resources conglomerate

Exciting transformational opportunity and chance to make a difference

Location: Tuticorin

Vedanta is a young company with $30 bn revenue and $10 bn profit organization and further plans to invest $20 bn in the expansion of brownfield and some greenfield capacity of Semiconductor, Display Glass, Oil-Gas, Zinc-Silver-Lead, Aluminium, Iron-Ore, Steel, Ferroalloys and Power. We have already invested $20 bn in Oil-Gas, around $20 bn in Aluminium, $20 bn in Zinc-Silver-Lead, $10 bn in Copper and, $20 bn in Iron-Ore, Steel, Ferroalloys, Nickel, Port and others. We contribute around 1.4% to India's GDP and have paid taxes of around Rs.54,165 crore. We have around 100,000 high-potential people working across all our businesses.

Sterlite Copper is one of the leading copper producers in India with smelting factory located at Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu. The operations at Tuticorin include a Thermal Power Division, which has the capacity of 160MW (2 X 80MW). Vedanta Ltd. also has a 100% owned subsidiary called MALCO Energy Limited (MEL), which is a power plant located at Mettur, Salem in Tamil Nadu with interest in Power, Coke & Nickel. The Plant has an installed Capacity of 128 MW (4X30 MW +1X8MW).

The Opportunity

Join us on this remarkable journey of innovation to create an impact in Copper Business through this transformative role as a visionary leader.

• Revamp and restart the existing coal-based thermal plants located in Tuticorin (2*80 MW) and Mettur (4*30 MW+ 1*8) in a time bound manner.
• Ensuring long-term fuel security for the power plants and power sales tie ups.
• Develop a strategic vision to efficiently utilize coal for power generation and ensure compliance with HSE regulations.
• Operate the plant at maximum PLF and lowest cost generation with an end-to-end O&M model.
• Manage the HSE aspects of the plant to be benchmarked with best-in-class companies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government bodies, regulatory agencies, local communities, and investors.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in electrical / mechanical / Power plant engineering and PGD in Power Plant Engineering is preferred with an experience of 12+ years.
• Proven experience in a leadership role in operating power plants.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and sustainable practices in the power industry.
• Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a diverse team.

What we'll offer you:

Outstanding remuneration and best in class rewards

Our people policies are globally benchmarked with best in class-facilities

Fast track career growth

Everything we do is shaped by the Vedanta Values of Trust, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity, Care and Respect.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company and are proud of our best-in-class people practices.

If this matches with your passion, apply now and be a part of our exciting growth journey.