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Coal Preparation Plant Operator
Coal Handling Plant Operator
Minimum B.E, B.Tech, B.Sc
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The tasks a Washing Plant Operator, Coal is expected to perform include:
Operating different machines and equipment for sizing, cleaning, washing and preparing coal for sale or further processing
Checking operating condition of plant, machines and equipment, such as conveyor, crusher, agitator, elevator, wash box, blower, pump, feeder screen, core and refuse gate
Testing sample of processed coal by weighing and simple physical and chemical tests to ensure correct percentage of ash content, and minimum rejection of usable coal
Setting and adjusting machine as necessary to get desired pulsation, correct performance, etc.
Observing readings on different meters and gauges and regulating values on control panel
Adjusting flow of raw coal through the machine to separate slate rock and other impurities
Operates cone to mix sand and water in proper proportions to ensure correct specific gravity
Perform necessary repairs
Proficient in setting up and adjusting plant machinery and equipment, as necessary to have desired pulsation, correct performance, proper control of air, water and coal, etc.
Adept in observing and reading different meters, gauges and regulating values on control panel
Well-versed in adjusting flow of raw coal to separate slate rock and other impurities
Proficient in operating cone to mix sand and water in proper proportions to ensure correct specific gravity and observe operation
Knowledge of operating different machines and equipment for sizing, cleaning, washing and preparing coal for sale or further processing
Adept in testing sample of processed coal by weighing and simple physical and chemical tests to ensure correct percentage of ash content, and minimum rejection of usable coal
Knowledge of repairing machinery
Well-versed with all the safety procedures to be followed while working in a plant
Knowledge of computer and control room operations
Will be updated
Detail-oriented
Team player
Physically fit
Multi tasking
Interpersonal skills
Computer literacy
Willing to work in remote locations
Hardworking and persistent
Time management skills
It needs one to be on their toes
May require supervising Assistants
Travelling is not a part of this job role
Part-time and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Mining companies usually work for 6 days a week and 8/10 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company
Shift system maybe available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?This job is suitable for candidates with One Leg (OL), Blind (B), Low Vision (LV) and those who have their Hearing Impaired (HH)
This job is considered to be mildly hazardous or dangerous under The Factories Act, 1948 (section 87)
Health risks include exposure to coal dust, heat, noise, working in remote areas, working with high voltage machines, stress, etc.
Occupational hazards include lung diseases, respiratory diseases, physical injury, hearing problem, heat stroke, electric shock, biological diseases , fatigue, etc.
Will be updated
(This figure are indicative and subject to change)
Overview of Indian Mining Sector
Indian mining sector is largely fragmented, comprising several small scale operational mines, it is still dominated by the mining industries both public and private, which accounted about 75% of the total mining production in India. Although the industry has large number of employees including contract manpower totalling to about 9.5 lakhs in different trades of mining, the woeful shortage of skilled personnel in various mining trades is widely felt.
The key factors affecting the human resources and skill requirement in the Indian Mining Industry are technology up-gradation, increase in productivity stringent environment and sustainable development framework, globalization and aging profile of workforce and long gestation period for skill acquisition. Given the estimated increase in the mining output as well as the expected changes in the productivity levels, the total employment in the mining industry is estimated to increase to 11 lakhs by the year 2017 and 12 lakhs by the year 2025.
Coal preparation/handling companies across India
Coal preparation/handling plants across India
Will be updated
All engineering colleges across India
Netture Technical Training Foundation (NTTF), Bangalore Thriveni Earthmovers Pvt. Ltd. (TEMPL), Salem, Tamilnadu
Directorate General Employment & Training Indian School of Mines
