Division Incharge

Division Incharge Smart Metering / AMI Projects

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Division Incharge to manage and drive field operations for Smart Meter Installation and AMI projects at the Division level. The role will be responsible for manpower deployment, installation productivity, stakeholder coordination, material management, quality & safety compliance, and achievement of project targets.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in Power Utility / DISCOM / AMI / Smart Metering projects with proven experience in managing field teams and large-scale installation operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and monitor day-to-day execution of Consumer Meter Installation, DT Meter Installation and AMI-related activities within the assigned Division.
• Ensure achievement of daily, weekly and monthly installation targets and timely completion of project milestones.
• Coordinate with DISCOM/Utility EE, DE, JE, Line Staff, PIA, contractors and vendors for work-front availability, shutdowns, site access and field execution.
• Manage and monitor Supervisors, Technicians and installation teams to ensure optimum manpower deployment and productivity.
• Track technician/team-wise productivity, identify bottlenecks and idle manpower, and implement corrective actions.
• Supervise meter installation, consumer indexing, validation, WFM, quality checks and documentation as per project SOPs.
• Ensure availability and proper utilization of meters, SMC/DB boxes, cables, seals and other project materials.
• Monitor contractor/vendor performance, manpower deployment, productivity, quality and adherence to timelines.
• Identify and resolve technical, operational and field-level issues, work-front constraints and installation hindrances.
• Monitor Division-wise target vs. achievement and take corrective actions for underperforming teams.
• Ensure compliance with technical specifications, quality standards, HSSE requirements, electrical safety standards and PPE practices.
• Prepare and submit DPR, MIS, productivity, manpower, material, pending, rejection and hindrance reports.
• Maintain accurate field records and ensure timely reporting to Circle/Project Management.
• Lead field teams effectively and ensure maximum productivity, quality execution and timely achievement of AMI targets.
• Undertake extensive field visits and independently manage Division-level operations.

Required Skills

• Field Operations & Execution
• Team Management & Productivity Monitoring
• Stakeholder Management
• Smart Meter Installation / AMI
• Consumer Indexing & Metering Operations
• Material Management
• Quality & Safety / HSSE
• Work Planning & Progress Monitoring
• Vendor & Contractor Management
• Issue Resolution & Problem Solving
• MIS & Reporting
• MS Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint & Outlook

Educational QualificationMandatory:

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering OR
• Full-Time Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Experience

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Power Utility Projects, AMI/Smart Metering, field operations, team management, stakeholder management, consumer engagement or similar field-intensive assignments.
• Experience in DISCOM / Electricity Distribution / Power Utility projects will be preferred.
• Candidates with experience in RDSS, RAPDRP, IPDS, DDUGJY or PM-KUSUM projects will be preferred.
• Experience in managing large field teams and installation targets will be an added advantage.

Language Requirements

• Gujarati – Fluent
• Hindi – Fluent
• English – Good communication skills

Other Requirements

• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel and MIS reporting.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned Division.
• Ability to independently manage field operations and deliver installation/productivity targets.