Ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the mining assets while driving continuous improvement and excellence throughout the organization.1. Asset Optimization:•Analyzing and optimizing the utilization of mining assets, including equipment, machinery, and infrastructure, to maximize production output and minimize downtime.•Conducting data analysis and using predictive maintenance techniques to identify potential equipment failures and proactively schedule maintenance activities.•Implementing asset management systems and strategies to improve asset performance, reduce costs, and extend the lifespan of equipment.2. Business Excellence:•Identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and operational efficiency within the mining unit.•Leading or participating in continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean Six Sigma projects, to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and enhance productivity.•Developing and implementing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and monitor operational performance, and establishing benchmarks for improvement.•Conducting regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.•Facilitating knowledge sharing and best practice implementation across different teams and departments.3. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:•Gathering and analyzing operational data to assess performance against targets and identify areas for improvement.•Generating reports and presenting findings to management and stakeholders, providing insights into asset utilization, production efficiency, and cost optimization.4. Stakeholder Collaboration:• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, engineering, and finance, to align asset optimization efforts with business objectives• Engaging with external stakeholders, such as equipment suppliers or contractors, to drive collaboration and explore opportunities for improvement or innovation.

Head of Security Agucha Cluster of Mines (Rampura Agucha and Kayad Mines):- Responsible for overseeing and implementing security measures within the organization. External Relations: Focusing on managing the organization's relationships with external stakeholders, including the public, media, government entities, clients, and other organizations.Stakeholder Engagement: Developing and implementing strategies to engage and communicate with external stakeholders, community organizations, and regulatory bodies.Crisis Communications: Developing crisis communication plans and strategies to effectively manage and respond to any negative incidents or emergencies that could impact the organization's reputation.Brand Management: Overseeing the organization's brand image and ensuring consistency in messaging across various communication channels, including websites, social media, and marketing materials.Government Relations: Building relationships with government officials, policymakers, and regulatory bodies to understand and influence relevant policies, regulations, and legislation that may impact the organization.Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): Developing and promoting CSR initiatives and activities that align with the organization's values and enhance its reputation in terms of social and environmental responsibility.

Overseeing and managing various administrative functions within the organization. Leadership and Management: Set goals, establish policies, and develop plans to ensure efficient and effective administrative operations.Budgeting and Financial Management: Responsible for managing the administrative budget, including allocating resources, monitoring expenses, and making financial decisions that align with the organization's objectives.Staff Management: Oversee the recruitment, selection, and training of administrative staff. Evaluate employee performance, conducting performance appraisals, and fostering a positive work environment.Policy Development: They develop and implement administrative policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Revise existing policies as needed and communicate them to the staff.Communication and Coordination: Acts as a liaison between the administrative team and other departments or units within the organization. Facilitate effective communication, coordinate administrative activities, and ensure collaboration among different teams.Resource Management: Responsible for managing various resources, such as office equipment, supplies, and facilities. Problem Solving and Decision Making: Handles complex administrative issues, identifies problems, and proposes solutions. Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks related to administrative operations. This involves ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, implementing security measures, and developing contingency plans.Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with various stakeholders, such as senior management, employees, clients, and external partners. They represent the unit in meetings, negotiations, and collaborations, fostering positive relationships and promoting the unit's objectives.In addition to Admin function, Responsible for overall security and External Relations of the Unit.

Ensure the overall security and protection of the unit's assets, personnel, information, and operations. Responsible for developing, implementing, and managing security strategies, policies, and procedures to safeguard the unit from potential threats, risks, and vulnerabilities.Security Strategy:Establishes and communicates the unit's security vision, goals, and strategies. Assess potential security risks and develop appropriate mitigation plans.Risk Assessment: Conducts risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to the unit's assets, both physical and digital. They analyze the impact and likelihood of these risks and develop strategies to mitigate or eliminate them.Security Operations: Oversees the day-to-day security operations, including managing security staff, monitoring security systems and protocols, conducting security audits, and implementing security measures such as surveillance systems, access controls, and alarms.Incident Response: In the event of a security breach, coordinates the unit's response, ensuring that proper incident management procedures are followed. Lead investigations, coordinate with law enforcement agencies if necessary, and take appropriate actions to minimize the impact and prevent future incidents.Security Awareness and Training: Educates and trains employees on security best practices, policies, and procedures. .Compliance: Ensures that the unit meets relevant legal and regulatory requirements related to security and privacy. Collaboration and Communication: Works closely with other departments and stakeholders, such as IT, human resources, legal, and senior management, to align security initiatives with business objectives. Vendor Management: Assesses the security posture of third-party vendors and contractors that have access to the unit's resources or information. Security Technology: Evaluate, select, and implement security technologies and solutions to enhance the unit's security posture.

• Junior most officer to assume responsibilities as second in command of a submarine.• Instrumental in completing dry dock period of a refit submarine in record time (2.5 Yrs) with a skeletal crew of 40.• Planned and scheduled various maintenance works to be under taken at various naval installations which range between few thousands to few lakhs.• As Head of Department managed employee unions and coop societies to promote defense civilian welfare measures.• Responsible for training, mentoring and operational readiness of 100 multi-skilled uniformed personnel.• Ensured high standards of safety and awareness in the unit by implementing safety management programs and procedures.• Exercised prudent budget control and optimum utilization of funds to ensure congenial work environment. • Ensured robust logistics functions by detailed budgeting and cost analysis and ensured high standards through stringent quality checks/ tests.

• As Operations Manager conceptualised, designed and executed an electronic warfare centre for a Submarine.• Coordinated and planned limited resources to achieve operational tasking.• Served as specialist advisor to the Command Team and collaborating units in deriving optimum value from EW assets in a dynamic environment.• Successfully led teams in challenging conditions onboard technology intensive Platforms.

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• Lead a team of personnel from diverse background for operationalising the weapon firing system of a submarine.• As an operational assistant played vital role in ensuring operational availability of critical equipment on-board submarine.

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