Satheesh Kannan K

Satheesh Kannan K

Thermal Power Plant O&M | Electrical Systems Authority

18+ Years of Excellence

Switchyard & VFD Specialist

SAP PM Expert · RCM Practitioner · DCS

Professional Summary

Seasoned electrical professional with over 18 years of hands-on experience in Thermal Power Plant Operations & Maintenance. Proven expertise in managing end‑to‑end electrical reliability, from HT/LT switchgear and VFDs to numerical protection schemes and SCADA/DCS integration. Adept at shutdown planning, RCM strategies, and driving cost‑efficient energy conservation. Recognized for strong leadership in cross‑functional teams, vendor negotiations, and SAP PM workflows. Committed to safety, statutory compliance, and maximising plant availability.

Core Expertize

Thermal Power Plant O&MHT/LT Electrical SystemsGenerators & TransformersMotors & DrivesVCB / SF6 / ACBMV/LV VFDsNumerical Protection RelaysSCADA & DCS IntegrationRCM & Predictive MaintenanceShutdown PlanningSwitchyard EquipmentElectrical Safety & ComplianceSAP PM / PR / Service PRCost Optimization

Specialization

Power Plant O&M

Comprehensive oversight of electrical assets in thermal power stations.

HT/LT Systems & Switchgear

VCB, SF6, ACB testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Rotating Equipment

Generators, large motors, MV/LV Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).

Protection & Automation

Numerical relays (testing & commissioning), SCADA/DCS integration for plant control.

Maintenance Strategies

Preventive, Predictive & RCM-based programs to enhance reliability.

Shutdown & Outage Management

Meticulous planning, resource allocation, and execution.

Electrical Safety & Statutory Compliance

Adherence to IE rules, safety audits, and switchyard protocols.

SAP PM Module

Work order management, PR/Service PR, spares planning.

Cost & Energy Efficiency

Initiatives to reduce auxiliary power and optimize spares.

Vendor & Spares Management

Strategic inventory control, technical evaluation, and procurement support to minimise downtime.

Leadership & Training

Mentoring electrical teams, conducting safety workshops, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

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