- Job Title: Utilities Engineer Supervisor
- Overview:
The Senior Utilities Engineer is responsible for supervising, designing, operating, and maintaining all utility systems within a chemical manufacturing facility. This role ensures the continuous, efficient, and safe delivery of utilities such as steam, thermal oil, compressed air, water, and electricity. The Senior Engineer leads a team to achieve operational excellence, energy efficiency, and full compliance with safety and environmental standards. - Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and oversee the operation and maintenance of all utility systems, including thermal oil plant, steam plant, compressed air systems, water treatment, cooling plant, vacuum system, and power generators.
- Lead a team of technicians to ensure uninterrupted utility supply to production lines.
- Develop and implement preventive maintenance plans and ensure timely execution.
- Monitor system performance and ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and quality standards.
- Analyze utility system performance, energy, and water consumption to identify improvement opportunities.
- Initiate and lead energy-saving and cost-optimization projects.
- Collaborate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to integrate utilities with plant operations.
- Prepare reports, KPIs, and technical documentation for management review.
- Provide technical guidance, training, and coaching to junior engineers and operators.
- Participate in equipment commissioning, upgrades, and troubleshooting activities.
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.Minimum 5–8 years of experience in utilities operations and maintenance, preferably within the chemicals or manufacturing sector.Strong hands-on experience with boilers, chillers, cooling towers, air compressors, and water treatment systems.Proven leadership and team supervision skills.Proficiency in engineering and maintenance management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, CMMS).Strong understanding of process control systems, instrumentation, and safety protocols.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic production environment.