ob Description

Position: Manager – Tower Test Station

Department:

Tower Testing Station 

Reports To:

Head – Business Head

Location:

Tower Testing Station- Nagpur

Job Purpose

To lead and manage all activities related to prototype inspection and full-scale testing of transmission line towers, monopoles, and related structures while ensuring compliance with customer requirements, international testing standards, NABL (ISO/IEC 17025), quality systems, safety standards, and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Plan, schedule, and execute prototype inspections and tower testing activities.
• Prepare testing schedules in coordination with customers and internal departments.
• Ensure timely completion of testing projects as per customer commitments.
• Monitor project progress and optimize resource utilization.

2. Customer Coordination

• Coordinate with customers for:
  • Prototype inspection schedules
  • Tower testing schedules
  • Approval of testing procedures
  • Rigging charts
  • Final test reports
• Handle technical discussions with domestic and international customers.
• Provide technical support during customer visits and inspections.

3. Technical Responsibilities

• Perform prototype and full-scale load testing of:
  • Transmission Line Towers
  • Lattice Steel Towers
  • Monopoles
  • Special Transmission Structures
• Review tower designs and testing feasibility.
• Prepare and approve:
  • Tower Testing Procedures
  • Rigging Charts
  • Test Programs
  • Test Reports
• Ensure compliance with IS, IEC, and client specifications.

4. Laboratory & NABL Management

• Serve as the Contact Person for NABL accreditation.
• Function as Technical Manager of the Tower Testing Laboratory.
• Act as Authorized Signatory under ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Maintain NABL documentation and laboratory quality systems.
• Conduct Internal Audits as per NABL requirements.
• Coordinate external surveillance and accreditation audits.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

5. Quality Management

• Ensure adherence to Quality Management Systems.
• Monitor testing accuracy and reliability.
• Review calibration records and testing equipment.
• Drive continual improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper documentation and record maintenance.

6. Team Leadership

• Lead a team of Engineers, Supervisors, Technicians, and Operators.
• Allocate work based on priorities.
• Monitor productivity and performance.
• Provide technical guidance and coaching.
• Conduct performance reviews and training.

7. Resource & Manpower Management

• Plan manpower deployment.
• Monitor utilization of testing resources.
• Ensure availability of testing equipment.
• Optimize manpower productivity.
• Coordinate with maintenance for equipment readiness.

8. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe execution of tower testing activities.
• Enforce plant safety rules.
• Conduct risk assessments before testing.
• Ensure statutory and customer compliance.
• Promote a strong safety culture.

9. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare:
  • Daily Reports
  • Weekly Reports
  • Monthly MIS
  • Testing Certificates
  • Final Test Reports
• Maintain traceability of testing records.
• Present project updates to management.

10. Continuous Improvement

• Improve testing processes.
• Reduce testing cycle time.
• Enhance laboratory efficiency.
• Implement Lean and Quality Improvement initiatives.

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
• M.Tech preferred

Experience

• 10–15 years of experience in transmission tower design, prototype testing, structural testing, or heavy engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

Technical Skills

• Prototype Tower Testing
• Structural Load Testing
• Transmission Line Engineering
• NABL (ISO/IEC 17025)
• Quality Management Systems
• Testing Procedures & Rigging
• Engineering Drawings
• Structural Analysis
• Inspection & Testing
• Root Cause Analysis
• Technical Documentation

Behavioral Competencies

• Leadership & Team Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving
• Communication & Presentation
• Planning & Organizing
• Negotiation Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Time Management
• Conflict Resolution

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• On-time completion of prototype testing
• Customer satisfaction score
• Zero major NABL non-conformities
• Laboratory audit compliance
• Testing accuracy and quality
• Reduction in testing cycle time
• Resource utilization efficiency
• Safety performance (Zero Lost Time Injuries)
• Team productivity
• Cost optimization and budget adherence