Shift Engineer

Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our partners to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system modelling expertise. These cover decarbonisation services, future-fuel enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform.

Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and more than 130 energy storage installations in 180 countries around the world?

In this fast changing world of energy, we are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Want to join the ride?

Role overview

Successful planning, implementation and application of all activities related to shift operations as per Wärtsilä Standards and Procedures.

Implementation of Power Purchase Agreement operational clauses.

Main Responsibilities

• To ensure/achieve maximum production by planning scheduled or unscheduled stoppages.
• Ensure that fluid samples are properly drawn and analyzed promptly to maintain quality assurance.
• Ensure all operations-related documentations are updated timely manner while maintaining quality.
• Responsible for the implementation of plant safety & environment policy.
• Responsible for communication with the Utility Company as per PPA requirement (where applicable)
• Carry out any other task assigned over the period by the Operations Manager.
• Maintain/Track Power Plant statistical performance, production, and root cause analysis and make suggestions/recommendations to the Operations Manager.
• Evolve training needs for subordinates and impart adequate training to enhance skill competency.
• To ensure/achieve maximum production by planning scheduled or unscheduled stoppages.
• Maintain Data quality related to daily operations reporting & WISE LT.
• Optimize utilization of shift personnel of the designated shift.
• Operate and Maintain the Plant during the shift according to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain the plant power production at the output designated by the management.
• To operate the plant within the acceptable loading envelope.
• Work in conjunction with the Maintenance Team to ascertain the condition of equipment, required maintenance activities, and scheduled overhauls.
• Lead in Start-up, shut-down, and normal operations of the power plant systems during the designated shift.
• Complete and maintain all logs and running records clearly and concisely according to guidelines.
• Take corrective action during system operational disturbance and/or bring such disturbances to the attention of the Operations Manager.
• Maintain the plant in clean & safe conditions at all times.
• Supervise emergency procedures to protect personnel and equipment in case of any damage or failure.
• Utilize all tools, equipment, and accessories in such a manner as to maximise useful operating life.
• Assist in the safe and efficient operation of the plant by bringing violations of subordinates to the attention of the Operations Manager.
• Provide the relieving Shift Engineer with a complete handover, bringing to his attention any operational disturbances, malfunctions, and abnormalities.

General Skills

• Communication Skills
• Customer Knowledge
• Cost Awareness & Effectiveness
• Local Labour Laws
• Co-operative & Organizing skills
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Time Management
• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows.
• Multi task handling.
• Literacy in English.
• Ability to organize and implement strategic plans, policies, and procedures
• Ability to use all resources - material and human - to effectively carry out assigned tasks

Professional Skills

• Electrical System Knowledge
• Engine Control System Knowledge
• Auxiliary system and Engine Knowledge
• Operation & Maintenance Management
• Technical Drawings & Flow charts
• Machining
• Reporting Skills
• Team Work & training skills
• Safety & Environment Knowledge
• Document Management
• Contract Management Process knowledge
• Contract / PPA knowledge

Management & Leadership Competencies

• Problem Solving & decision making
• Team Building

At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.