आयुध निर्मा णी र्ेदक ORDNANCE FACTORY MEDAK

आर्ार्ा व्हीकल्स निगर् निनर्टे र् की इकमई A UNIT OF ARMOURED VEHICLES NIGAM LIMITED
भमरत सरकमर कम उद्यर्, A GOVT. OF INDIA ENTERPRISE
रक्षम र्ंत्रमिय MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

CIN-U35990TN2021GOI145504
सं./No. OFMK/HR/024/Hiring/2024 दिन ंकित /Dated: 07.12.2024
Advertisement No-05/2024
Detailed Advertisement for
ENGAGEMENT OF SUPERANNUATED EMPLOYEES(Rank of Lt. Col/Subedar Major) ON
FIXED TERM CONTRACT BASIS IN OFMK – A UNIT OF AVNL

Ordnance Factory Medak(OFMK) is a unit of Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited, engaged in

Manufacturing of Infantry Combat Vehicles(ICV),Armoured Ambulance, CMT,NBC(RV),CRN-91 and MPV. It
is a new Government Company with great future. It offers great work environment and challenging
opportunities for the professionals to prove their mettle. Offline applications are invited from
superannuated employees for the following positions on fixed term contract basis at Ordnance Factory
Medak-Unit of AVNL Located at Yeddumailaram, Sangareddy/Hyderabad-502205.The engagement is
purely a temporary and ad-hoc engagement for a Fixed Term to meet temporary functional
requirements. This engagement is based on selection through short listing and interview.

SL. Name of the Post No. of Educational Qualification Remuneration Age limit
No. Vacancies closing date of
Advertisement
01. Sr. Project Manager 02 Essential:Bachelor degree from any recognized Rs. 1,10,000/- or
(Production, Design (UR) university. Last basic pay 57 years
& Development) Desirable: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Minus Pension
(Equivalent Rank of Management/Technology etc. ,whichever is lower.
Lt. col)
02. Sr. Project Manager 01 Essential:Bachelor degree from any recognized Rs.1,10,000/- or 57 years
(Maintenance, (UR) university. Last basic pay
Design & Desirable: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Minus Pension
Development) Management/Technology etc. ,whichever is lower.
(Equivalent Rank of
Lt. col)
03. Jr. Project Manager 03 Essential: Min 10+2(or) equivalent examination. Rs. 60,000/- or 57 years
(Equivalent Rank of (UR) Last basic pay
Subedar Minus Pension
Major/JCO’s) ,whichever is lower.

Abbreviations Used: UR= Un-Reserved, OBC (NCL)=Other Backward Caste (Non Creamy Layer).
Note: Detailed terms, qualification, experience, Job Specification, Skills required for above
mentioned post are attached as Annexure –A
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How to apply:

1. Interested candidates may download the application from the website (avnl.co.in) as attached at
Annexure-B to this advertisement. Hard copy of duly filled in application shall be submitted along with
scanned self-attested copies of evidence of proof of age, qualification and experience, last drawn pay
including level/grade or CTC as applicable etc. The application, complete in all respects together should
be sent through Indian Post- Ordinary Post/ Speed Post/ to "The Deputy General Manager/HR, Ordnance
Factory Medak, Yeddumailaram, Dist. Sanga Reddy, Telangana - 502205" super-scribing the envelope with
the Advertisement No & name of the post applied for. The last date for receipt of Application at Ordnance
Factory Medak will be 21 Days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News.

2. All superannuated applicants are exempted from payment of application fee.

3. Non-attachment of required documents as per application format will be treated as incomplete
application and will be rejected forthwith. It is mandatory to fill all the relevant information such as
qualification details, experience details, percentage of marks etc. In case of any variation in Name/
surname/ spelling mentioned in the Application cum Biodata and in educational/ professional
qualification certificates, application will be liable to be rejected. OFMK/AVNL management will not
take any responsibility for any delay in receipt or loss in postal transit of any application or
Communication.

4. Applicant is requested to enter his/her active email address and mobile phone number which
should be valid and operational, as all important communications will be sent to this email or
mobile number. The engagement of above professionals on contract basis will be subject to the
terms and conditions attached as Annexure -C. All the candidates are required to go through the
terms and conditions thoroughly before filling their applications.

5. Candidate can apply for one post clearly mentioning the post applied for along with relevant documents.

NOTE: Applications received through other modes, viz. Fax/e-mail/By-Hand/Courier will not be accepted and
will be summarily rejected.

XXX SD-
(िे. सी. मोहन)/K.C.Mohan)
उप मह प्रबन्धि/ मा. सं. (एच. आर /DGM/HR)
कृते मु ख्य महाप्रबंधक/FOR CHIEF GENERAL MANAGER

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Annexure-A

DETAILED TERMS, QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, JOB SPECIFICATION, SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE POST

SR. PROJECT MANAGER (Production, Design & Development) -Equivalent rank of Lt.Col :
1.0 JOB LOCATION: Above post is for Ordnance Factory Medak, Yeddumailaram, Sangareddy District,
Telangana State-502205
1.1 TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT, ALLOWANCE AND JOB DESCRIPTION:
1.2 SR.PROJECT MANAGER (Equivalent rank of Lt.Col): The superannuated employee will be engaged initially
for a period of ONE year which may be extended further 04 years based on requirement up to maximum
age of 65 years whichever is earlier based on Project requirement and individual's performance.

1.3 Name of the Post: SR.PROJECT MANAGER(Production, Design & Development).

Location : ORDNANCE FACTORY MEDAK( A unit of AVNL),YEDDUMAILARM,SANGAREDDY,

However, candidates must be willing to work in any Location as decided by
OFMK.
Tenure : Duration of Contract will be 02 years and may be extended up to 02 years on
requirement basis (Subject to satisfactory performance).
No of Vacancies : 02(UR)
Maximum Age : Up to 57 years as on Closing date of Advertisement.
Remuneration : Rs 1,10,000(All inclusive) or Last Basic Pay minus Pension, whichever is lower.
Educational : Essential:- Bachelor degree from recognized University.
Qualification Desirable: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Management/Technology etc.
Job Specification : For carrying Out activities in R&D section of OFMK.
Job Description 1 Shall provide inputs for Design & Development of Tracked & Wheeled Infantry
combat vehicles from user perspective and up-gradation of Existing ICV’s.
2 Co-ordination for field firing trials, MET,EMI/EMC and DGQA evaluation etc.
3 Liasoning with User for various on-going projects of OFMK.
4 Liasoning with DRDO Labs, DPSUs other relevant agencies for progress of
various projects of OFMK.
5 Project Management, Preparation of trial Schedules etc.
6 Should associate with the user during “Product Support” phase of
Development.
7 Should work with Officers of OFMK/R&D who are responsible for the projects &
extend the services as specified by the Competent Authorities.
8 Any other related duties as assigned by Competent Authorities of OFMK/AVNL.
Experience : Essential:- Should have handled up-gradation/modernization and substance
projects in respect of Infantry Combat Vehicles and other Armoured Fighting
Vehicles in the capacity of Major/Lt.Col or higher post at AHQ.
: Should have knowledge of functioning of Ordnance Factory Board/AVNL, DGQA,
Army base Workshop and other stake holders involved with production, up-
gradation and sustenance of Infantry Combat Vehicles and other Armoured
Fighting Vehicles.
: Should have an overall service experience of minimum 15 years in Indian Army.
Desirable : Should have worked as a CO or OIC for Mechanized Infantry Unit for minimum two
years.
Eligibility : Retired Army Officers in the rank of Lt.Col or higher from Mechanized forces.

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SR.PROJECT MANAGER(Maintenance, Design & Development).

2.0 JOB LOCATION: Above post is for Ordnance Factory Medak, Yeddumailaram, Sangareddy District,
Telangana State.502205
2.1 TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT, ALLOWANCE AND JOB DESCRIPTION:
2.2 SR.PROJECT MANAGER (Equivalent rank of Lt.Col): The superannuated employee will be engaged initially
for a period of ONE year which may be extended further 04 years based on requirement up to maximum
age of 65 years whichever is earlier based on Project requirement and individual's performance.

2.3 Name of the Post: SR.PROJECT MANAGER(Maintenance, Design & Development)

Location : ORDNANCE FACTORY MEDAK( A unit of AVNL),YEDDUMAILARM,SANGAREDDY,
However, candidates must be willing to work in any Location as decided by
OFMK.
Tenure : Duration of Contract will be 02 years and may be extended up to 02 years on
requirement basis (Subject to satisfactory performance).
Reservation : 01(UR)
Maximum Age : Up to 57 years as on Closing date of Advertisement.
Remuneration : Rs 1,10,000 (All inclusive)or Last Basic Pay minus Pension, whichever is lower.
Educational : Essential:- Bachelor degree from recognized University.
Qualification Desirable: Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Management/Technology etc.
Job Specification : For carrying Out activities in R&D section of OFMK.
Job Description 1 Shall provide inputs for Design & Development of Tracked &Wheeled Infantry
Combat vehicles from Repairs, Maintenance & Trial perspective and up-gradation
of Existing ICV’s.
2 Co-ordination for field firing trials ,MET,EMI/EMC and DGQA evaluation etc.
3 Liasoning with User for various on-going projects of OFMK.
4 Liasoning with DRDO Labs, DPSUs other relevant agencies for progress of various
projects of OFMK. Project Management, Preparation of trial schedules etc.
5 Should associate with the user during “Product support” phase of development.
6 The responsibility includes, but not limited, associating & guiding OFMK team in
setting up of repair facilities, preparation of MRLs and other contract conditions,
preparation of manuals and hand books, maintenance schedules etc.
7 The consultant will work with Officers of OFMK/R&D who are responsible for the
projects & extend the services as specified by the Competent Authorities. Any
other related duties as assigned by Competent Authorities of OFMK/AVNL.
Experience : Should have handled up-gradation/modernization and sustenance projects in respect
of Infantry Combat Vehicles and other Armoured Fighting Vehicles in the capacity of
Major/Lt.Col or higher post at AHQ.
: Should have knowledge of functioning of Ordnance Factory Board/AVNL, DGQA, Army
base Workshop and other stake holders involved with production, maintenance, up
gradation and sustenance of Infantry Combat Vehicles and other Armoured Fighting
Vehicles.
: Should have sound technical knowledge of field maintenance, medium repair and
overhaul of Armoured Fighting Vehicles(ICV’s & MBT’S) mainly BMP class ICVs.
: Should have an overall service experience of minimum 15 years in Indian Army.
Eligibility : Retired Army Officers in the rank of Lt.Col or higher from EME.

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JR.PROJECT MANAGER
3.0 JOB LOCATION: Above post is for Ordnance Factory Medak, Yeddumailaram, Sangareddy District,
Telangana State.502205
3.1 TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT, ALLOWANCE AND JOB DESCRIPTION:

3.2 JR.PROJECT MANAGER The superannuated employee will be engaged initially for a period of ONE year
which may be extended further 04 years based on requirement up to maximum age of 65 years
whichever is earlier based on Project requirement and individual's performance.
3.3 JR.PROJECT MANAGER:
Location : ORDNANCE FACTORY MEDAK( A unit of AVNL),YEDDUMAILARM,SANGAREDDY,
However, candidates must be willing to work in any Location as decided by
OFMK.
Tenure : Duration of Contract will be 02 years and may be extended up to 02 years on
requirement basis (Subject to satisfactory performance).
Reservation : UR-03
Maximum Age : Up to 57 years as on Closing date of Advertisement.
Remuneration : Rs 60,000 or Last Basic Pay minus Pension, whichever is lower.
Qualification : Min 10+2(or) equivalent examination.
Job Specification : For carrying Out activities in R&D section of OFMK.
Job Description 1 Firing of weapons in field trial evaluation and to check the accuracies.
2 Assist in Design & Development of Tracked & Wheeled Infantry Combat Vehicles
from repairs, Design, Maintenance,& Trail perspective and up-gradation of
Existing ICV’s
3 Co-ordination for field firing trials, MET,EMI/EMC and DGQA evaluation etc.
4 Managing the Production and maintenance activities related to R&D/OFMK.
5 Liasoning User trials for existing ICV’s and various on-going projects of OFMK.
6 Liasoning with DRDO Labs, DPSUs other relevant agencies for progress of various
projects of OFMK.
7 To assist in Production, Projects, documentation and shall extend the services as
specified by the Competent Authorities.
8 Should associate with the user during “Product Support” phase of development.
9 The responsibility includes, but not limited, in setting up of repair facilities,
preparation of MRLs and other contract conditions, preparation of manuals and
hand books, maintenance schedules etc.
Experience : Should have minimum 05 years work experience as a Gunner in Operating BMP
Class of ICV’s.
: Should have minimum 03 years work experience in the Rank of JCO in Army Base
Work shops/DGEME/DGMF etc, and through knowledge of BMP Class of Armoured
Fighting Vehicles.
: Should have an overall service experience of minimum 15 years in Indian Army.
Eligibility : Retired Army Officers in the rank of JCO’s Officers should be Physically & Mentally
Fit.

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ANNEXURE-B
ADVT. NO & DATE :-----------------------------------------------------------
APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF :----------------------------------------------- Paste a recent
Passport size
To
Photograph
THE CHIEF GENERAL MANAGER
ORDNANCE FACTORY MEDAK( A UNIT OF AVNL)
YEDDUMAILARM,SANGAREDDY,TG-502205

APPLICATIONS FOR ENGAGEMENT OF SUPERANNUATED EMPLOYEES

SL.NO Particulars
1 Name
2 Designation at the time of retirement
3 PPO No.
4 Pay Level/Pay Scale in which retired
5 Name of the organization/Department
from where retired
6 Date of retirement
7 Address for Communication

8 Contact Mobile No.

Alternate contact No.
9 E-mail id
10 Qualification
11 Experience details Please provide the information in the format
below
12 Category(SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/UR/PwBDs)
Name of the Period Designation Brief details of the work
Organization/Department handled
From To

12. Additional relevant information, if any, in support of your suitability for the said engagement
(Attach separate sheet, if necessary)
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the statements made by me in this application are true and complete to the
best of my knowledge and belief. I further declare that I was clear from vigilance angle at the time of
retirement and I have not been dismissed/removed/compulsorily retired/retired under FR 56(j) from
service. I have not been imposed with any penalty (major and /or minor) during last 15 years of service.
I have not been subjected to criminal prosecution during my entire service career. I have read this
document and ready to accept the terms and condition for engagement of the post advertised.

Signature of the Applicant

Place: Name:
Date:
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Annexure-B
Terms and Conditions for engagement of Superannuated employees on Fixed Term Contract
1. Selection process: Selection will be ordinarily based on qualification and experience.
Interview/interaction may be conducted if necessary.
2. SCREENING: Screening of Applications will be done by a Screening Committee
constituted for that purpose by CGM/OFMK.
3. INTERVIEW: If required, Personal Interview/interaction will be conducted.
4. Declaration of Result of Selection:
a) Only those candidates shortlisted may be called for interview (physical/virtual).
b)The names of candidates shortlisted for interviews will be notified on our
Company’s website and call letters will be sent to the e-mails.
c) Candidates are requested to print the call letter and comply with the instructions
indicated therein.
d)The results of the final selection, either on the basis of qualification and
experience and/or interview, will be uploaded on AVNL website.
5. OFFER:
a)The offer of engagement shall be issued to the suitable candidates in the order of
merit and based on the number of vacancies and will be subject to verification of
antecedents and caste certificate(in case of reserved category candidates).
b)All such engagements will be recommended by a Selection Board constituted by
the Head of the Unit i.e. OFMK. The Selection Board will conduct the interview.
6. Period of Engagement:
The selected superannuated employee will be engaged initially for a period of one
year (if required extendable up to 04 years or based on requirement up to a
maximum age of 65 years whichever is earlier.
7. Remuneration:
7.1 Their remuneration shall be fixed as per the formula of Last Basic Pay minus
Pension, whichever is lower. The amount of remuneration shall remain unchanged
for entire term of contract. There will be no annual increment/percentage increase
during the contract.
7.2 Payment will be made after Tax deduction at source. TDS certificate shall be
issued by the Company.
8. Other Terms and Conditions:
(i) The engagement is purely temporary and contractual and on Fixed Term Basis and
it is not against any permanent vacancy. This engagement will not entitle any
candidate to claim for regular/permanent employment in the Company. Accordingly,
nothing within or relating to the Contract shall establish the relationship of employer
and employee, or of principal and agent, between the Company and the contracted
Superannuated employees. They will not be entitled for any benefit /compensation/
absorption/ regularization/permanent employment in the Company except the fixed
remuneration.
(ii)The persons engaged on full time basis will not be allowed to take any other
assignment during the period of contractual engagement.
(iii) Total paid leave admissible shall not exceed 15 days in a year.
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(iv) DA, HRA or any other allowances shall not be admissible. No accommodation and
Medical facilities will be normally admissible. However, in specific cases, special
permission may be given for accommodation at the decided rates of license fee. The
special permission will be given by GM/ HR of the Units for accommodation.
(v) TA, DA while on official tour may be paid on case to case basis. In case of retired Govt.
personnel, it may be as per his entitlement at the time of retirement.
(vi) Telephone, conveyance/transport and other facilities may be allowed on merits
depending upon operational requirements. Special permission in each case is to be
decided by GM/ HR of the Unit.
(vii)The persons engaged can be assigned additional responsibilities/tasks in addition to
their assigned tasks.
(viii)They will work on full time basis and on all working days as applicable or in operation
in the Company. They may also be required to work beyond the normal working hours
and on holidays too, in case of functional requirement.
(ix) The engagement can be discontinued or terminated with one month notice or one
month remuneration as the case may be decided by either side without assigning any
reasons.
(x)The incumbents are liable to be transferred/ posted anywhere in India at the
discretion of the Company.
(xi) The cut-off date for age will be the date of advertisement. Employer’s certificate
would serve as proof of age, qualification and experience.
(xii)Reserved category candidates applying against unreserved post shall be treated as
General category and no relaxation shall be given. OBC candidates belonging to creamy
layer category should apply as general category and against general vacancies only.
Employer’s certificate would serve as proof of caste.
(xiii)Mere submission of Application does not guarantee the adequacy of candidature for
being considered for engagement. Mere fulfilling of eligibility criteria shall not confer any
right to the applicant for being called for the interview/appointment. Canvassing in any
form will disqualify the candidate.
(xiv) Candidate will have to bring an original valid Retired Employee Card and the
original documents for verification at the time of interview/ medical/ joining, if called
for.
(xv)AVNL/OFMK also reserves the right to cancel/amend the advertisement and/or the
selection process there under. The number of positions to be filled may increase or
decrease depending on the requirement of AVNL/OFMK.
(xvi)The superannuated employees shall continue to draw pension and dearness relief on
pension, if any, during the period of engagement. Their engagement shall not be
considered as a case of re-employment.
(xvii)No TA/ DA shall be paid to any candidate for attending interview in OFMK/AVNL.
(xviii) Engagement of the selected candidate will be subject to medical fitness by the
Medical Officer nominated by AVNL/OFMK.
(xix)Police verification report (PVR) is a pre-condition for engagement of the selected
candidates. Candidates will have to obtain a formal Police verification report before
joining.
(xx)No correspondence will be entertained from the candidates not selected/
interviewed.
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(xxi) Candidates should ensure that they fulfil the eligibility criteria prescribed for the
post they have applied. In case it is found at any stage of selection process or even after
appointment that the candidate has furnished false or incorrect information or
suppressed any relevant information/ material facts or does not full fill the criteria, his /
her candidature / services are liable for rejection/ termination without notice.
(xxii)Any corrigendum/clarifications of the advertisement, if necessary, shall be uploaded
on AVNL website (www.avnl.co.in) and no separate press coverage is envisaged for this
purpose.
(xxiii)All disputes / cases related to this engagement process are subject to jurisdiction of
courts at Chennai only.
(xxiv) Management reserves the right to cancel / restrict /enlarge / modify / alter the
engagement/ selection process, if need so arises, without issuing any further notice or
assigning any reason thereafter.
(xxv) AVNL/OFMK reserves the right to relax qualifying criteria in deserving cases.
(xxvi) Candidates should be clear from Vigilance Angle at the time of retirement and he
should not have been dismissed/removed/compulsorily retired/retired under FR 56(j)
from service. He should not have been imposed with any penalty (major and /or minor)
during last 15 years of his service. Similarly, he/she should not have been subjected to
criminal prosecution during his entire service career. The selected candidate must
produce a certificate from his employer/organization to that effect.
(xxvii) If found guilty during the tenure of engagement, the AVNL may take necessary
action as may be deemed fit.
(xxviii) The designation of the retired persons will be the last designation on the date of
superannuation or as per decision of the Company, AVNL.
(xxix)The re-engaged superannuated employee will maintain absolute secrecy and
confidentiality in matters related to all official documents/information or any other data,
which they acquire or that may come to their knowledge during their engagement.
(xxx)The re-engaged superannuated employee at all times, during their engagement
maintain absolute integrity, office discipline, devotion to duty and do nothing which is
against the interest of AVNL. Any contravention to this condition will entail immediate
termination of their engagement.
(xxxi)All information regarding this engagement process would be made available in the
AVNL website (www.avnl.co.in) only. Applicants are advised to check the web site
periodically for important updates.
(xxxii)The candidates must have an active E-mail ID & Mobile number which must remain
valid for at least next one year. All future communications with the candidates will take
place only through E-mail. Candidates have to ensure accuracy of their E-mail ID &
Mobile number. No change in E-mail ID & Mobile number as declared in the application
will be allowed. The Company shall not be responsible if the information/ intimations do
not reach candidates in case of change in the mobile number, email address, technical
fault or otherwise, beyond the control of the Company. Candidates are advised to keep a
close watch on the Company website (www.avnl.co.in) for latest updates.
(xxxiii) Applications that are incomplete, not in prescribed format, not legible, without
the required certificates, shall be summarily rejected without assigning any reasons and
no correspondence in this regard shall be entertained.
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(xxxiv)For any queries regarding this recruitment please send E-mail to

gm.ofmk@ord.gov.in or contact at 040-23283455 I 23283469 on all working days
from 8.00 AM to 05.00 PM (Monday to Friday).
(xxxv) Clarifications/Decisions of the Company in respect of all matters pertaining to
this recruitment would be final and binding on all candidates.
(xxxvi) Any other terms and conditions of engagement can be determined and
incorporated with the approval of the Competent Authority.

AVNL's DECISION FINAL:

The decision of Chairman & Managing Director, AVNL in all matters relating to eligibility, acceptance or
rejection of applications, penalty for false information, mode of selection, conduct of interviews, selection
and posting of selected candidates will be final and binding on the candidates and no query/ correspondence
will be entertained in this regard.

Last date for receipt of Application at OFMK.

The last date of receipt of application will be 21 Days from the date of publication of this advertisement in
the Employment News.

***NOTE***
Beware of touts and job racketeers trying to deceive by false promises of securing job in AVNL/OFMK either
through influence or by use of unfair and unethical means. AVNL/OFMK has not appointed any agent(s) for action
on its behalf. Candidates are warned against any such claims being made by persons/agencies. Candidates are
selected purely as per merit based on interview. Beware of unscrupulous elements and do not fall in their trap.
Candidates attempting to influence AVNL/OFMK directly or indirectly shall be disqualified and legal action can be
initiated against them. Candidates are advised to consult only the official website of AVNL/CO, Avadi
i.e.www.avnl.co.in and beware of FAKE websites put up by unscrupulous elements/touts.

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