About the Department
WCL's Industrial Engineering Department (IED) plays a vital role in enhancing productivity, optimizing resource utilization and increasing operational efficiency in mining and allied operations. Its primary objective is to provide a robust performance framework by ensuring the effective utilization of manpower, machinery, materials, and other resources. Serving as the backbone of performance optimization,This department supports systematic improvement, cost efficiency, and sustainable operations through data-driven analysis and modern industrial engineering practices.Major tasks include manpower planning and utilization, system and equipment performance studies, estimation of loading and coal-transportation rates, and certification of coal/sand transportation routes.
Head of Department
Akshoy Kumar Ghosh
General Manager (Min)
Shri Akshoy Kumar Ghosh, General Manager (Mining) and Head of Department (IE), holds a B.Tech in Mining Engineering from IT-BHU, an M.Tech in Industrial Engineering & Management from ISM, and a First Class Manager’s Certificate of Competency (Coal). He joined Coal India Limited on 17th July 1990 and has served in various capacities across UG and OC mines in BCCL, as well as in multiple corporate-level roles in both BCCL and WCL. He assumed charge as HOD on 3rd February 2025. During his tenure, he spearheaded the development of WCL’s comprehensive Record Retention Policy, aimed at strengthening record management, improving information retrieval, optimizing storage, and enhancing governance—an initiative approved by the WCL Board.
Key Roles & Functions
Manpower Projection and Optimization
Plans, reviews, and rationalizes manpower requirements across all levels for efficient deployment.
System and Equipment Performance Studies
Evaluates performance of HEMM, CHP, and UG equipment to improve efficiency and reduce operational delays.
Derivation of Loading and Transportation Rates
Computes monthly coal loading and transportation rates based on fluctuating diesel prices and related cost indices.
Coal Transportation Route Certification
Certifies transportation routes to ensure accurate, efficient, and compliant coal movement.
Committee Participation
Contributes technical expertise in various committees to support system improvement initiatives.