Manager - Tower Testing Station (IN) @ RPG Enterprises Ltd.

<h1><span><strong>ob Description</strong></span></h1> <h2><span><strong>Position:</strong> Manager – Tower Test Station</span></h2> <h3><span><strong>Department:</strong></span></h3> <p>Tower Testing Station </p> <h3><span><strong>Reports To:</strong></span></h3> <p>Head – Business Head</p> <h3><span><strong>Location:</strong></span></h3> <p>Tower Testing Station- Nagpur</p> <hr> <h2><span><strong>Job Purpose</strong></span></h2> <p>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.</p> <hr> <h1><span><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></span></h1> <h3><span><strong>1. Project Planning &amp; Execution</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Plan, schedule, and execute prototype inspections and tower testing activities.</li> <li>Prepare testing schedules in coordination with customers and internal departments.</li> <li>Ensure timely completion of testing projects as per customer commitments.</li> <li>Monitor project progress and optimize resource utilization.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>2. Customer Coordination</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Coordinate with customers for: <ul> <li>Prototype inspection schedules</li> <li>Tower testing schedules</li> <li>Approval of testing procedures</li> <li>Rigging charts</li> <li>Final test reports</li> </ul> </li> <li>Handle technical discussions with domestic and international customers.</li> <li>Provide technical support during customer visits and inspections.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>3. Technical Responsibilities</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Perform prototype and full-scale load testing of: <ul> <li>Transmission Line Towers</li> <li>Lattice Steel Towers</li> <li>Monopoles</li> <li>Special Transmission Structures</li> </ul> </li> <li>Review tower designs and testing feasibility.</li> <li>Prepare and approve: <ul> <li>Tower Testing Procedures</li> <li>Rigging Charts</li> <li>Test Programs</li> <li>Test Reports</li> </ul> </li> <li>Ensure compliance with IS, IEC, and client specifications.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>4. Laboratory &amp; NABL Management</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Serve as the Contact Person for NABL accreditation.</li> <li>Function as Technical Manager of the Tower Testing Laboratory.</li> <li>Act as Authorized Signatory under ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.</li> <li>Maintain NABL documentation and laboratory quality systems.</li> <li>Conduct Internal Audits as per NABL requirements.</li> <li>Coordinate external surveillance and accreditation audits.</li> <li>Implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>5. Quality Management</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Ensure adherence to Quality Management Systems.</li> <li>Monitor testing accuracy and reliability.</li> <li>Review calibration records and testing equipment.</li> <li>Drive continual improvement initiatives.</li> <li>Ensure proper documentation and record maintenance.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>6. Team Leadership</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Lead a team of Engineers, Supervisors, Technicians, and Operators.</li> <li>Allocate work based on priorities.</li> <li>Monitor productivity and performance.</li> <li>Provide technical guidance and coaching.</li> <li>Conduct performance reviews and training.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>7. Resource &amp; Manpower Management</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Plan manpower deployment.</li> <li>Monitor utilization of testing resources.</li> <li>Ensure availability of testing equipment.</li> <li>Optimize manpower productivity.</li> <li>Coordinate with maintenance for equipment readiness.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>8. Safety &amp; Compliance</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Ensure safe execution of tower testing activities.</li> <li>Enforce plant safety rules.</li> <li>Conduct risk assessments before testing.</li> <li>Ensure statutory and customer compliance.</li> <li>Promote a strong safety culture.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>9. Documentation &amp; Reporting</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Prepare: <ul> <li>Daily Reports</li> <li>Weekly Reports</li> <li>Monthly MIS</li> <li>Testing Certificates</li> <li>Final Test Reports</li> </ul> </li> <li>Maintain traceability of testing records.</li> <li>Present project updates to management.</li> </ul> <hr> <h3><span><strong>10. Continuous Improvement</strong></span></h3> <ul> <li>Improve testing processes.</li> <li>Reduce testing cycle time.</li> <li>Enhance laboratory efficiency.</li> <li>Implement Lean and Quality Improvement initiatives.</li> </ul> <hr> <h1><span><strong>Educational Qualification</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li>B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or Mechanical Engineering</li> <li>M.Tech preferred</li> </ul> <hr> <h1><span><strong>Experience</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li><strong>10–15 years</strong> of experience in transmission tower design, prototype testing, structural testing, or heavy engineering.</li> <li>Minimum <strong>5 years</strong> in a leadership or managerial role.</li> </ul> <hr> <h1><span><strong>Technical Skills</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li>Prototype Tower Testing</li> <li>Structural Load Testing</li> <li>Transmission Line Engineering</li> <li>NABL (ISO/IEC 17025)</li> <li>Quality Management Systems</li> <li>Testing Procedures &amp; Rigging</li> <li>Engineering Drawings</li> <li>Structural Analysis</li> <li>Inspection &amp; Testing</li> <li>Root Cause Analysis</li> <li>Technical Documentation</li> </ul> <hr> <h1><span><strong>Behavioral Competencies</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li>Leadership &amp; Team Management</li> <li>Customer Relationship Management</li> <li>Decision Making</li> <li>Problem Solving</li> <li>Communication &amp; Presentation</li> <li>Planning &amp; Organizing</li> <li>Negotiation Skills</li> <li>Analytical Thinking</li> <li>Time Management</li> <li>Conflict Resolution</li> </ul> <hr> <h1><span><strong>Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)</strong></span></h1> <ul> <li>On-time completion of prototype testing</li> <li>Customer satisfaction score</li> <li>Zero major NABL non-conformities</li> <li>Laboratory audit compliance</li> <li>Testing accuracy and quality</li> <li>Reduction in testing cycle time</li> <li>Resource utilization efficiency</li> <li>Safety performance (Zero Lost Time Injuries)</li> <li>Team productivity</li> <li>Cost optimization and budget adherence</li> </ul>