SHIFT INCHARGE- CFBC

Job Description

Operational Responsibilities ✅ Boiler Operation & Monitoring Ensure the CFBC boiler operates within design parameters, including temperature, pressure, and fluidization velocity. Monitor steam generation, fuel feed rate, bed temperature, and emissions. Maintain proper bed material circulation and fluidization. ✅ Start-up & Shutdown Procedures Supervise boiler startup and shutdown as per standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ensure safe ignition, heat-up, and load variations. Follow purge cycles before ignition to avoid unburnt fuel accumulation. ✅ Fuel & Air Supply Management Monitor fuel (coal, petcoke, biomass, etc.) feeding system and adjust as needed. Ensure optimal primary and secondary air supply for combustion efficiency. ✅ Ash Handling & Disposal Supervise the ash collection and disposal process (bottom ash, fly ash). Ensure proper functioning of ash handling systems (hydraulic/pneumatic). ✅ Water & Steam Cycle Monitoring Ensure proper feedwater treatment and de-aeration to prevent scaling/corrosion. Monitor steam purity and take corrective actions for any deviation. ✅ Emissions & Environmental Compliance Ensure adherence to environmental norms for SOx, NOx, CO emissions. Monitor ESP (Electrostatic Precipitator) and bag filters for efficient dust control. Ensure the proper functioning of Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) systems (if applicable). Safety & Emergency Handling ✅ Safety Compliance Ensure adherence to plant safety protocols, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures. Conduct risk assessments and ensure personnel safety near the boiler. ✅ Emergency Handling Respond promptly to alarms, equipment failures, or abnormal conditions. Take immediate corrective actions in case of bed temperature rise, pressure fluctuations, or trip conditions. Coordinate with maintenance teams during emergencies. ✅ Fire & Explosion Prevention Ensure safe handling of fuel to prevent furnace explosions. Conduct periodic furnace purging and carbon monoxide monitoring. Team Supervision & Coordination ✅ Shift Supervision & Team Management Assign tasks to boiler operators and ensure efficient shift operation. Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings before each shift. ✅ Coordination with Other Departments Liaise with electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation teams for maintenance support. Coordinate with chemistry/lab team for water and steam quality monitoring. Communicate with control room engineers for real-time operational adjustments. ✅ Training & Skill Development Train boiler operators on CFBC operation, troubleshooting, and safety. Ensure compliance with SOPs and best operational practices. Reporting & Documentation ✅ Operational Logs & Reports Maintain shift-wise logs for steam generation, fuel consumption, emissions, and any abnormalities. Prepare reports on daily performance, efficiency, and downtime analysis. ✅ Incident & Maintenance Reports Document any incidents, near misses, or safety violations. Report equipment failures and recommend corrective actions. ✅ Audit & Compliance Documentation Ensure readiness for regulatory inspections and internal audits. Maintain records for pollution control board compliance. Performance & Optimization ✅ Efficiency Improvement Analyze heat rate, combustion efficiency, and boiler performance data. Suggest improvements in fuel blending, air distribution, and heat recovery. ✅ Cost Control & Fuel Management Optimize fuel consumption while maintaining power generation targets. Identify and minimize operational wastage (fuel, water, power). Show more Show less