Assistant Manager - Maintenance and Projects

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 18,000 people globally.

Project Management

• Lead end-to-end execution of capital projects including concept development, detailed engineering, procurement, installation, commissioning, validation, and handover.
• Prepare project execution strategies, budgets, schedules, and risk registers.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (Factory Act, environmental & statutory approvals, etc.), GMP, FSSC 22000, and LDC standards.
• Implement process safety management practices in all projects, including equipment design, hazardous area classification, and compliance with ATEX/FM & HDI standards.
• Prepare and evaluate tender packages and ensure value engineering for cost, quality, safety, and reliability.
• Work with corporate engineering/consultants for design approvals, feasibility studies, and long-term projects planning.
• Drive documentation, training, and smooth handover of projects to operations and maintenance teams.

Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)

• Lead and integrate process safety principles into project and maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with LDC, Local Safety standard, environmental laws, and corporate EHS standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, HAZOP, and safety audits for projects and utilities.
• Promote a culture of safety across project and maintenance teams with zero-incident mindset.
• Implement energy conservation, waste minimization, and sustainability initiatives.
• Ensuring strict implementation of safety.
• To understand global SHE requirement and follow the global guidelines
• To guide/train the people and ensure implementation of SHE system,
• To provide active support to SHE Management system implementation for critical items work permit system, Accident /incident reporting, safety training etc. Provide support to organization to meet SHE target.

Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with production, Quality, Safety, Procurement, and Finance teams for smooth project execution and utility operations.
• Communicate project update, progress, risk and mitigation plan with relevant stakeholder at regular interval.
• Coordinate and Manage the CAPEX portfolio, ensuring alignment with business priorities, budgeting and timely execution.
• Support finance and procurement in CAPEX budgeting, spend control, and vendor development, capitalization & discard related process.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to operations.
• Train, guide, and mentor technicians and operators in projects and maintenance.

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Civil Engineering.
• 5–8 years of experience in projects and maintenance within FMCG/food processing/chemical/edible oil industry.
• Knowledge of English (Preferable), Gujarati & Hindi must for written & oral communication.

• Planning, Scheduling, budgeting and execution of Projects. Ability to read and interpret P&ID, electric diagrams and technical manuals, knowledge of project management methodologies, energy conservation practices, efficiency improvement and sustainability projects, understanding of safety standards.
• Hands-on experience in utilities, packaging lines, process equipment and automation systems.
• Knowledge of process safety, OSHA, GMP, FSSC 22000, hygienic design, and statutory compliance.
• Strong Vendor & Contract Management skills.
• Knowledge of MS Project, AutoCAD, SAP and Engineering documentation is preferable.
• Other soft skills required are Problem-Solving & Analytical ability, Decision Making, Planning, Excellent Communication skills, Adaptability & Agility, Continuous improvement mindset, Leadership & Stakeholder Management etc.

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

We offer

• A workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Development
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Wellness Programs - Confidential access to certified counselors for employee and eligible family members, along with monthly wellness awareness sessions.
• Certified Great Place to Work