SH-Marine Operation

Job Description

Job Purpose

Job Purpose Description:

Responsible for supervising and coordinating the execution of all Marine Operations, Turnaround vessels as per schedule, Regulatory compliances, Safety, Liasoning with authorities, Co-ordination External, Co-ordination Internal,

In addition to Jetty Operations responsibilities, the role requires strict adherence to all safety protocols and standards as defined by UltraTech Cement Limited (UTCL). This includes ensuring that all operations activities are carried out with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), conducting regular safety audits and risk assessments, and promoting a culture of safety awareness among team members. He must also ensure compliance with statutory safety regulations, lead incident investigations when necessary, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Maintaining a zero-incident work environment is a key performance indicator for this role.

Job Context:

Narmada Cement, India's first split-location dry process cement plant, commissioned in 1981, operates with a clinker production facility at Babarkot near Jafarabad, Gujarat, and grinding units at Magdalla (Surat) and Ratnagiri (Maharashtra). The plant, with a capacity of 1.5 MTPA, utilizes advanced suspension pre-heater and flash calciner technology. Clinker is transported via sea route, supporting a Just-in-Time (JIT) operational model.

1. Turnaround Ships Efficiently:
   • Objective: Ensure ships are loaded/unloaded and dispatched quickly to minimize port congestion and maximize operational efficiency.
   • Activities: Pre-arrival planning, real-time monitoring, effective communication, and coordination with port authorities.
2. Coordination with Head Office, QC/Production, Jetty & Vessels:
   • Objective: Maintain seamless communication and coordination among various departments to ensure smooth operations.
   • Activities: Regular meetings, centralized information systems, clear communication protocols, and decision-making processes.
3. Achieve Targeted Material Dispatch Plan:
   • Objective: Ensure the timely dispatch of materials through the marine sector to meet production and delivery targets.
   • Activities: Forecasting demand, planning dispatch schedules, inventory management, and route optimization.
4. Coordination for NSPC/ISPS/OPRC/GMB/Customs/Marine Police:
   • Objective: Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintain security standards.
   • Activities: Compliance checks, staff training, documentation management, and coordination with regulatory bodies.

Major Challenges-

The role operates within a Just-in-Time (JIT) complex environment, where ensuring high accuracy planning of ships berthing/loading to ensure the continuous dispatches from plant to GU's for availability of clinker, despite limited Silo feeding capacity of system and ensuring the maintenance windows of system.

Major Challenges

1. Turnaround Ships Efficiently:
   • Weather Conditions: Adverse weather can delay ship arrivals and departures.
   • Port Congestion: High traffic at the port can lead to delays.
   • Technical Issues: Mechanical failures or other technical problems can disrupt schedules.
2. Coordination with Head Office, QC/Production, Jetty & Vessels:
   • Communication Breakdowns: Miscommunication can lead to errors and delays.
   • Data Management: Ensuring all departments have access to accurate and up-to-date information.
   • Decision-making Delays: Slow decision-making processes can hinder operations.
3. Achieve Targeted Material Dispatch Plan:
   • Demand Fluctuations: Unexpected changes in demand can disrupt dispatch plans.
   • Inventory Shortages: Insufficient Silo capacity can lead to delays in dispatch.
   • Route Disruptions: Unforeseen issues on planned routes can cause delays.
4. Coordination for NSPC/ISPS/OPRC/GMB/Customs/Marine Police:
   • Regulatory Changes: Keeping up with frequent changes in regulations.
   • Compliance Issues: Ensuring all operations comply with various standards.
   • Security Threats: Managing security risks and ensuring the safety of operations.