Keyword

Conveyor Belt Maintenance

Conveyor Maintenance

Minimum?Class 10th pass

Certified training for Conveyor Operation and Maintenance (programme aligned to ISC/Q0008released by Indian Iron & Steel Sector Skill Council)

1-2 years of work experience with ITI pass, otherwise 3-4 year with 10th pass

In lieu of minimum qualification, the candidate should have minimum 5-7years of relevant work experience in the similar field/function working under an experienced supervisor as assistant/helper

The tasks a

Conveyor Operation and Maintenanceis expected to perform include:

Inspecting the total belt driving system including the controls of conveyor as per the required sequence for feeding different raw materials in the service bunker through crushers/screeners, etc.

Troubleshooting and performing basic maintenance on conveyor belt system

Adept atdifferent types of mechanical and electrical equipment with drives

Knowledge of gear box, driving system, their use and function

Well-versed with different types of mechanical and electrical equipment with control system

Knowledge of principles of conveyor system

Proficiency in usingconveyor driving mechanisms and correctly starting the conveyor belt

Well-versed with significance of greasing and oiling of mechanical drives that need routine lubrication

Knowledge of driving panel for maintaining the sequence of conveyor operation

Adept atcontrol switch operations in order to maintain proper belt sequence

Proficiency in visual checks to identify belt damage, defects, conditions of idlers, belt joints, safety switches, etc. beforehand

Well-versed with troubleshooting in the conveyor belt system

Knowledge of optimal operating load conditions

Knowledge of optimal working condition of conveyor operating components such as driving motor, gear box, driving couplers including driving pulleys and other attachments

Knowledge ofprinciples of speed reduction on gear train

Well-versed with control cabins, their location and operation

Training in belt operation and functioning of all basic mechanical and electrical equipment

Training in maintenance techniques and safety practices

Physically fit

Normal colour vision

Hardworking

Strong work ethics

Courteous behaviour with co-workers

High concentration levels

Independent and team worker

Ability to follow instructions

Willingness to work in factory environment

It needs one to be on their toes

Need not handle a team

Local travelling is not a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours
Working hours are 10/12 hours everyday for 5/6 days a week. This may vary from factory to factory

Shift system maybe available

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
Maybe

The job is considered mildlyhazardous or dangerous

Health hazards include exposure to heavy equipment, etc.

Occupational hazards include sickness absenteeism, morbidity, workplace injuries, musculoskeletal problems, gastrointestinal problems, hypertension, etc.

For freshers - INR 15,000 to INR 20,000 per month

For candidates with 2-3 years of experience or more - INR 20,000 to INR 25,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Overview of the Iron and Steel Sector

India is the fourth largest producer of crude steel and the largest producer of soft iron in the world. The steel sector in India is almost a century old, and exhibits significant economic importance due to rising demand by sectors such as infrastructure, real estate, and automobiles, in domestic as well as international markets. The level of per capita consumption of steel is an important determinant of the socio-economic development of the country. India per capita consumption in 2013 stood at around 57.8 kilograms. However, these figures are expected to rise with increased industrialization throughout the country.

The Indian steel industry is divided into primary and secondary sectors. The primary sector comprises a few large integrated steel providers producing billets, slabs and hot rolled coils. The secondary sector involves small units focused on the production of value-added products such as cold rolled coils, galvanised coils, angles, columns, beams and other re-rollers, and sponge iron units. Both sectors cater to different market segments.

The demand for steel in India is expected to rise by 4-5 per cent in 2015 and will touch a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 15 per cent after FY17. Given the government's high focus on jump starting stalled projects, followed by pushing large flagship projects, including the freight and industrial corridors, it is expected that India will begin moving back on the path of materials intensive growth by the end of this year.

Also, the recently released Union Budget 2014?15 has paved the way for the development of the Indian steel sector with proposals for the construction of 100 smart cities and changes in the MMRD Act. India?s ranking in the global list for production of crude steel is all set to improve with increasing demand for domestic consumption in the years to follow.

Steel production in India is expected to reach 275 million tonnes by 2020, making it the second largest producer in the world. Presently, the Indian iron and steel industry employs around 5,00,000 people, but with the growing demand for iron and steel and increase in number of production units,the employment in Indian iron and steel industry is expected to increase. As the industry grows, so will the job opportunities for Conveyor Operation and Maintenance.

Iron and steelcompanies across India

Cities and towns across India