Expat for Commissioning and Start-Up - Smelter and Rolled Products

Vedanta, a future-focused and growth-oriented company is a fully integrated producer of Oil & Gas, Zinc - Lead - Silver, Aluminium, Power, Iron Ore & Steel, Copper, Nickel, Cobalt, Ferrochrome and Manganese, with a fast-growing metal recycling capacity, and a broad range of critical minerals. We are a dominant player in power generation, transmission, renewable energy solutions, optical fibre, display glass and soon semiconductors. With our world class, low-cost and long-life assets, Vedanta contributes 1.4% towards India's GDP.

Bharat Aluminum Company Limited (BALCO) has made significant contributions as the first PSU in India's Aluminum sector Incorporated in 1965 and since then it has been closely associated with the Indian Industrial Growth, in a pivotal role. With smelter capacity of 5.70LTPA, Power generation capacity of 2010MW, Bauxite production capacity of 6.8 MTPA and Coal block capacity of 1 MTPA, BALCO's vision is to be a world class Integrated Aluminum and Power producer generating sustainable value for all stakeholders.

Position Title: Expat for Commissioning and Startup for Various units of Smelter and Rolled Products

Location: Balco, Chhattisgarh, India

Employment Type: Full Time Employment Contract

Department: Expansion Project

Position Overview:

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the commissioning and startup of a state-of-the-art aluminium smelter and rolled products plant. This role requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in aluminium production, keen technical expertise, and strong leadership abilities to guide the project from commissioning to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Commissioning & Startup Leadership: Oversee and manage the entire commissioning and startup process for the aluminium smelter and rolled products facilities, ensuring all systems and equipment function effectively and meet performance specifications.

Project Management: Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineering, operations, and safety, to ensure seamless integration and adherence to project timelines.

Technical Expertise: Provide expert guidance on smelting and rolling processes, troubleshooting technical issues, and optimizing operational efficiency.

Quality Assurance: Implement and uphold quality control standards throughout the commissioning and startup phases to ensure product and process quality.

Compliance & Safety: Ensure all activities comply with local regulations, industry standards, and company safety policies, fostering a safe working environment.

Team Training & Development: Lead training programs for local teams, transferring knowledge and skills to ensure long-term operational success.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with equipment vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve issues and ensure smooth project execution.

Reporting & Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of commissioning and startup activities, providing regular updates to senior management.

Qualifications:

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in aluminium smelting and/or rolled products production, with significant exposure to commissioning and startup phases.

Technical Skills: Deep understanding of aluminium smelting processes, rolling operations, and related technologies.

Project Management: Proven track record of managing large-scale industrial projects, preferably in the aluminium sector.

Leadership: Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and guide diverse teams.

Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on continuous improvement.

Communication: Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with cross-functional teams and international stakeholders.

Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic and challenging environment, with a readiness to adapt to different cultural and operational contexts.

Education: Bachelor's degree in metallurgical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications are a plus.

What we'll offer you:

• Outstanding remuneration and best-in-class rewards
• Our people policies are globally benchmarked with the best in class-facilities.

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 sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now and be a part of our exciting growth journey.