Siddhartha Cable Car Limited

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Operational ( Ropeway)Technical Head

Views: 1055|Published on: Jul 17, 2025

Construction / Engineering / Architects

Senior Level

Full Time

Vacancy: 1

Butwal-1, Deuralidada, Rupandehi and Tinau-2 Nuwakot, Palpa|

Experience: More than 5 years|

Not Disclosed

Job Description

Roles and responsibilities of this job

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operational (Ropeway) Technical Head to oversee the technical and operational aspects of our ropeway system. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and uninterrupted operation of the ropeway infrastructure while maintaining strict compliance with safety standards, engineering specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Reporting to: Chairman/Managing Director

1. Operation & Control of Ropeway System

Supervise and monitor daily ropeway operations (start-up to shut-down).
Real-time monitoring of haul rope speed, tension, cabin movement, and alignment.
Coordinate with control room operators to manage normal and emergency stops.
Ensure operational compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

2. Grip and Carrier Management

Inspect detachable and fixed grips for wear, slip testing, and spring calibration.
Oversee regular cabin cleaning, safety bar testing, and structural condition of carriers.
Supervise carrier derailment prevention mechanisms and checks.

3. Haul Rope Inspection & Maintenance

Supervise periodic rope shortening and splicing work.
Perform and record visual inspection, magnetic rope testing (MRT), and NDT checks.
Ensure lubrication, tension, and alignment of the rope per the manufacturer's recommendations.

4. Braking Systems Oversight

Daily testing of the service brake, emergency brake, and anti-collision systems.
Ensure compliance with emergency stop test protocols.

5. Mechanical & Electrical Equipment Supervision

Oversee the operation and maintenance of:

o Main drive motor and gearbox

o Hydraulic systems for tensioning

o Sheave assemblies and line towers

o VFD and soft-starters

Ensure motor windings, bearings, cooling, and lubrication are periodically serviced.
Monitor transformer, power backup (DG set), and electrical protection systems.

6. Tower Line and Structure Inspections

Periodic physical inspection of towers, base plates, bolts, and structural integrity.
Vibration monitoring, alignment check of sheave wheels.
Monitor rope lift-off clearance during operation.

7. Seasonal and Environmental Readiness

Prepare the ropeway for seasonal operations
Ensure wind, rain, or lightning safety protocols are followed with real-time alerts.

8. Evacuation & Emergency Preparedness

Prepare and conduct mock rescue drills and training for operators and rescuers.
Ensure readiness of manual evacuation equipment, rescue trolleys, and team gear.

9. Training, Reporting & Compliance

Conduct training for technical and operational staff (grip handling, rope inspection, SOP).
Maintain logbooks, downtime reports, maintenance records, and safety checklists.

Note : Willing and ready to engage in hands-on tasks and blue-collar trade work.

Job Specification

Required qualifications for this job

Required Education Level:Under Graduate (Bachelor)

Required Experience:More than 5 years

Other Specification

Education Level & Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in industrial projects, infrastructure, or similar sectors
Master’s Degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred
Prior experience in ropeway, cable car, or transportation infrastructure is a strong advantage

Key Skills & Competencies:

Strong managerial and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
Proven teamwork and communication skills for interdepartmental collaboration.
High level of adaptability and flexibility to manage operational and technical challenges.
Ability to work independently and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Sound understanding of maintenance planning, asset management, and risk mitigation.
Proficiency in technical documentation, SOP development, and safety audits.
Knowledge of SCADA systems, PLCs, electrical drives, and mechanical systems in ropeway transport.

Skills Required

Required skills for this job

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Sop Development

Scada Systems

Plcs

Salary

Offered financial and non-financial compensation for this job

Offered Salary:Not Disclosed

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About the organization

Siddhartha Cable Car Limited

Other

Butwal

Siddhartha Cable Car Limited is a registered company with the Nepal government. This company is owned by highly reputed entrepreneurs who are involved in different trades and professions like: engineering, steel fabrication, trading contractors, and hotelier. It is located in two districts i.e. Rupandehi and Palpa. The lower terminal station is proposed at Deurali Danda, Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City-1, Rupandehi with an altitude of 300 masl. Similarly, upper terminal station (return station) is proposed at Nuwakot, Tinau Rural Municipality-2, Palpa in the east of Kal Bhairab Kamana temple and Mani Mukundasen Fort at Nuwakot with an altitude of 800 masl. Siddhartha cable care system is designed for transporting the passenger, a maximum of 500 people per hour. In this system, we have 25 numbers of gondolas. It takes 8 to 10 minutes to travel from the lower station to the upper station. The system of the purposed cable car is a mono-cable, circulating detachable system.