Expat Department Head – Captive Power Plant Operat

Job Description : Expat Department Head – Captive Power Plant Operations ???? Location: Purwakarta, Indonesia ???? Industry: Cellulosic Fibres (Pulp and Fibre) ???? Posted by: Executive Hunt Are you a seasoned power plant professional ready to lead operations at a globally recognized manufacturing facility? Our Client is a pioneer in the production of viscose staple fibre (VSF) in Indonesia, with a legacy of over four decades. Their integrated facility includes a state-of-the-art captive power plant that supports continuous VSF production for domestic and international markets including the USA, Europe, and Asia. They are seeking an experienced Department Head – CPP Operations to lead their Energy Center and Demin Plant operations. This strategic leadership role ensures uninterrupted steam and power supply to support 545 TPD VSF production, with a power plant capacity of 36.6 MW. ???? Key Responsibilities: Lead day-to-day operations and mechanical maintenance of the captive power plant Ensure continuous availability of steam, power, DM water, and instrument air Drive predictive and preventive maintenance programs Champion innovation, energy efficiency, and cost optimization Build and develop a high-performing local operations team Uphold stringent safety and environmental standards ???? Plant Specs: Turbine Capacity: 2 × 10.8 MW, 1 × 15 MW Fuels: Coal-fired cogeneration (commissioned in 2004 with $22M investment) Supplies entire steam and power needs of the unit ???? What We’re Looking For: Engineering graduate with 15+ years of experience in power plant operations Proven leadership in high-pressure boiler and turbine environments Strong understanding of thermal efficiency, O&M metrics, and safety protocols Ability to manage cross-functional teams and external stakeholders ???? Why Join? Our client is a market leader in engineered VSF production, known for operational excellence and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to lead a benchmark-setting energy center in a high-impact industrial environment.

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