Reliance Industries Ltd.

Working out here in Dahej for Reliance Industries is quite an experience. It’s a massive place, and sometimes it feels like a city of its own. We are located in the industrial zone, which is right by the coast. The wind can get pretty strong coming off the water. Most of us commute in, and the shift work keeps the place running twenty-four hours a day. It’s a lot of pipes, tanks, and heavy machinery as far as you can see. My job involves a lot of walking around the site to check on things. It is very hot during the summer months, and you really feel the sun out here. We don't really do the typical office stuff you might expect. It’s more about maintenance, operations, and making sure everything is moving like it should. We have a lot of safety protocols we have to follow every single day. The scale of everything is just huge. You see tankers coming and going all the time. It’s a very practical environment. We aren't here for the scenery, that’s for sure. We just focus on the tasks we are given for our shift. There’s a lot of noise from the plants, so you get used to wearing earplugs. We have a cafeteria where everyone grabs lunch and catches up. It’s a tough, industrial life, but it’s steady work and we are a big part of the landscape in Dahej. We just get on with it and try to stay safe.