Area Manager - Reliability , Oil Test… at Nayara Energy · Gujarat

About Nayara Energy: Nayara Energy is a new-age downstream energy and petrochemicals company with a formidable presence spanning across the entire hydrocarbon value chain, from Refining to Retail. Nayara Energy operates in India for India driven by a relentless commitment to fuel the nation's energy aspirations. At the heart of our operations lies the Vadinar refinery, India's second-largest single-site refinery with a capacity of 20MMTPA.With over 6,300 Retail Outlets, we cater to the need for reliable and safe mobility across the length and breadth of the country. We have adopted a phase wise asset development strategy to enter the petrochemicals sector which will be a significant step in our crude to chemicals journey. Through sustainable development projects in Health and Nutrition, Education and Skill Development, and Sustainable Livelihoods, Nayara Energy enhances the quality of life in the communities it operates in. Delivering value for all our stakeholders is at the very core of our beliefs and we are committed to providing the energy that fuels the dreams of our employees, customers, partners and communities.

Job Purpose: To lead and manage condition monitoring practices, oil analysis, rotor balancing, and shaft alignment for rotating equipment across the refinery complex—including PP, CPP, and Marine units. The role ensures equipment reliability, supports turnaround and project requirements, and drives continuous improvement through advanced diagnostics, RCA, and technology upgrades.

1. Planning & Budgeting

• Formulate and manage annual plans and budgets to achieve targeted asset reliability at optimal cost.
• Estimate and allocate resources required for maintenance and monitoring activities.

2. Systems, Policies & Procedures

• Implement departmental SOPs and ensure adherence to standardized working practices.
• Promote awareness and compliance with Energy Management System (EnMS), including ISO 50001:2011/2018 standards.

3. Condition Monitoring & Reliability

• Develop and update condition monitoring schedules based on RCM criticality
• Collect and analyze vibration and temperature data using tools like SKF Microlog, Vibxpert, SPM
• Perform vibration diagnostics using software such as SKF Aptitude Analyst, Omnitrend, and SPM
• Monitor supercritical rotary machines using System-1 (BHGE) and support fault diagnosis
• Conduct offline shaft vibration analysis using Shinkava analyzers
• Update equipment health status and generate recommendations in RCM-Meridium
• Manage laser alignment, rotor balancing (in-situ and workshop), and lube oil centrifuging/filtration
• Upgrade rotary equipment monitoring infrastructure with latest technologies

4. Oil Sampling & Analysis

• Schedule and manage oil sampling for critical rotating equipment
• Coordinate lube oil analysis with external agencies and review health reports
• Monitor supercritical machine oil systems and maintain lab inventory
• Oversee calibration of condition monitoring instruments

5. Online Vibration Monitoring

• Monitor and analyze vibration data via System-1 (BHGE)
• Perform transient and steady-state analysis including trend, spectrum, orbit, and shaft centerline evaluations

6. Root Cause Analysis & Troubleshooting

• Lead RCA for recurring failures and bad actors
• Provide technical support during overhauls and critical maintenance
• Recommend corrective actions and reliability improvements
• Prepare monthly MIS/MPR reports

7. Team Management & Development

• Collaborate with area maintenance and operations teams to resolve rotary equipment issues
• Mentor subordinates and prepare them for higher responsibilities
• Conduct training sessions and skill gap analysis
• Promote multiskilling and goal alignment with organizational objectives

8. Safety & OHSMS

• Ensure safe working conditions and enforce PPE compliance
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety training
• Perform SSO and work permit audits across refinery units
• Address safety audit recommendations within target timelines

9. Environment & Energy Management

• Ensure compliance with ISO 50001:2018 and promote energy awareness
• Monitor and control EnPIs, baselines, and energy performance targets

10. Process Safety Management

• Apply PSM principles including Mechanical Integrity and Asset Reliability
• Conduct Asset Criticality Assessments and implement inspection recommendations
• Lead/participate in RCA and support safe commissioning of rotary equipment