Deputy Manager - Urea

We at Yara are part of a global network, collaborating to profitably and responsibly solve some of the world's key challenges - resource scarcity, food insecurity and environmental change.

About the Unit

For over a century, Yara has worked to feed the world and protect the planet, and our mission is to do this in a responsible and sustainable way. Yara delivers solutions for sustainable agriculture and the environment. Their fertilizers and crop nutrition programs help produce the food required for the growing world population. Yara’s industrial products and solutions reduce emissions, improve air quality and support safe and efficient operations.

Founded in Norway in 1905, Yara has a worldwide presence with production and sales and services operations across countries i.e. America, Europe, Africa and Asia, with more than 17,000 employees, sales to 150 countries and sales revenue of more than 14 billion USD. Safety is always the top-most priority.

Yara Fertilizers India Pvt Ltd is a 100% subsidiary of Yara International ASA. Yara has supplied fertilizers as well as fertilizer raw materials to the Indian market for over two decades. Yara India has continuously strengthened its footprint in Western and Southern India by providing Crop nutrition solutions with combination of Premium products and Knowledge through unique Farmer centric approach.

Yara’s philosophy is to connect with thousands of farmers at the grass root level and has a strong commitment to serving the agriculture sector in India, thereby improving the livelihood of Indian farmer.To leverage on this and to expand into the northern & eastern geographies of India, Yara acquired Tata Chemicals’ 1.2 MN MT Urea plant in UP, Northern India. With this acquisition Yara India’s scale of operation has grown significantly.

Role and Responsibilities

Technical/ Functional Responsibilities

Monitor urea plant operations to ensure adherence to design limits, Integrity Operating Windows (IOWs), and process parameters; initiate corrective or preventive actions as required.
Review laboratory results, identify deviations, and implement timely corrective measures.
Conduct technical studies, performance analyses, and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Ensure full compliance with SOPs, IMS/YMS/PSM guidelines, monitoring schedules, and approved work instructions.
Lead and support the shift team during critical operations, start-ups, shutdowns, emergencies, and turnaround activities.
Conduct routine plant inspections to identify abnormalities, hazards, leakages, and housekeeping gaps, ensuring timely resolution through corrective actions.
Coordinate with the Maintenance team for safe handover, execution, and completion of maintenance activities in line with SWP and safety protocols.
Perform troubleshooting of operational issues and manage process upsets to minimize downtime.
Maintain comprehensive operational documentation, including logbooks, daily production reports, and shift handover notes.
Exercise authority to initiate partial or complete shutdowns when safety, environmental, or operational risks arise.
Provide structured on-the-job training to team members and new joiners, aligned with departmental KPIs and Yara values.
Raise maintenance job notifications, review daily plans, and manage process orders through SAP.
Oversee shift rosters, attendance, and leave management, ensuring adequate manpower allocation.
Support overall employee capability building and developmental initiatives in coordination with the Manager.

HESQ Responsibilities

Ensure strict compliance with SWPs, SOPs, checklists, safety talks, and Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) requirements.
Conduct and document structured risk assessments (LMRA, SJA, RA-1, RA-2, What-if) and lead toolbox/safety talks.
Identify and report HESQ deviations, safety hazards, near misses, and Behavior-Based Safety (BBS) observations in the “Synergi” portal, and participate in incident investigations as assigned.
Ensure availability, readiness, and correct usage of safety equipment and PPE, including online air masks, breathing apparatus (BA) sets, and Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).
Maintain and update IMS procedures, work instructions, and safety documentation.
Drive high housekeeping standards through regular inspections and follow-up actions.

Process Safety Management (PSM) Compliance

Ensure full adherence to PSM elements by:

Committing to HESQ excellence
Understanding hazards and associated risks
Effectively managing risks
Learning continuously from experience

Preferred Skills

Sound process knowledge and operational expertise of process plant
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
Familiarity with SAP and computer-based plant systems
Knowledge of IMS and hazardous waste regulations
Commitment to continuous improvement and safety compliance
ERP Systems (SAP), online Portals (i.e. HESQ), Advance knowledge of MS Office and AI tools

Education & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree (B.Tech/B.E.) in Chemical Engineering from a recognized and reputable college/university. Consistent academic performance with a minimum of 60% marks in 10th, 12th, and B.Tech.
Experience: Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in process industries. Experience in a urea manufacturing plant or similar continuous process industry preferred. Hands-on exposure to DCS operations, process monitoring, and control systems in fertilizer or related industrial environments will be an added advantage.

Contact details

Muskan Jain- Human Resources

Apply no later than

December 9, 2025

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