Automation and PLC Supervisor

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?

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Automation and PLC Supervisor Maintenance Coordinator to oversee daily operations and ensure optimal performance across our plant facilities. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and report daily electrical maintenance activities across the plant and assigned teams.
• Manage maintenance of critical systems including automation and PLC control, LV/MV electrical control, engine and generator control systems (Wärtsilä 20V34).
• Oversee maintenance of auxiliary equipment such as lube oil and fuel oil separators (Alfa Laval), water treatment units, oily water treatment, firefighting systems, cooling water systems, telecommunication, and ICT systems.
• Ensure plant performance targets are achieved in line with contractual obligations.
• Train new employees on maintenance procedures and standards.
• Monitor and maintain equipment, materials, parts, and tools, ensuring compliance with guidelines and policies.
• Guarantee adherence to Wärtsilä Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental standards, as well as customer site procedures.
• Inspect completed work to confirm compliance with specifications and safety standards, reporting activities via MAXIMO and Field Service Mobility.
• Coach and mentor maintenance staff, assisting with complex machinery and equipment issues.
• Develop and improve maintenance routines to enhance efficiency and reliability.
• Prioritize and assign tasks to optimize team resources and meet schedules and performance targets.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (electrical background preferred).
• Proven experience in the energy industry, with strong knowledge of decarbonization and its legislative impact
• Motivated, action oriented-driven, and proactive.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

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.