Wärtsilä is a global leader in complete lifecycle power solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising technological innovation and total efficiency, Wärtsilä maximizes the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers.

In 2014, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 4,779 million with approximately 17,700 employees. The company has operations in more than 200 locations in nearly 70 countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki, Finland.You will be responsible for the following activities:

Operate and maintain the power plant during the shift, according to company policies and procedures.
Maintain plant power production at the output designed by management.
Follow all procedures and instructions pertaining to start-up, shut-down and normal operations of the power plant systems
Complete, update and maintain all logs, check lists and running records in a clear and concise manner.
Assist in taking corrective action during system operational disturbance.
Communicate effectively the condition of all plant equipment, any deviation/disturbance from the normal conditions and other performances to shift in charge and fellow personnel.
Monitor alarms/parameters of engines and auxiliaries strictly.
Monitor and analyse trends of data pertaining to equipment at all time and make proper follow up in this regard.
Comply with all safety regulations including isolation, lock out and tag out and perform emergency procedures in order to protect personnel and equipment in case of damage or failure of safety devices
Utilize all tools, equipment, and accessories in such a manner so as to maximize useful operating life.
Ensure that the work is executed at the plant according to Wartsila Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines and customer site procedures.
Provide the relieving shift operator with a complete handover, bringing to his attention any operational disturbance, malfunctions or abnormalities
Perform planned and corrective maintenance as directed and as needed and to account for all parts and materials, supplies and fluids used in the performance of that work.

Requirements:

Job Location : Ewekoro, Nigeria.
Educational Requirement: Higher National Diploma(HND) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE) or Bachelor of Technology – Electrical
Experience : 3-5 years of relevant work experience
Experience in working on any gas engines.
Experience in Wartsila Gas Engines (If possible on 50DF) is desirable
Understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance best practices
Strong communication skills
Proficiency with MS Office and maintenance data analysis
Commitment to safety and operational excellence

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Wärtsilä is a global leader in complete lifecycle power solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising technological innovation and total efficiency, Wärtsilä maximizes the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers.

In 2014, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 4,779 million with approximately 17,700 employees. The company has operations in more than 200 locations in nearly 70 countries around the world. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki, Finland.We are now looking for a Plant Operator  to join our West Africa Operational Organization based  in Calabar, Nigeria

What will you be doing:

Your work will focus on these main responsibilities:

Gas Power Plant Operation and Maintenance.
Independently handling the Shift operations of Power Plant.
Starting of Gas Engines, Synchronization of engines. Island and Parallel mode of Operation with other engines.
Avoiding of plant black outs. In case of emergency must know to recover the power plant with minimum time during plant blackout situation.
Preparation of Shift, Daily, Weekly, and Incident Reports.
Starting and stopping of Engine Auxiliary equipment’s- Like, LO Separators, Starting Air Compressors, IA Compressors, LFO/Honeyeaters, RO Plant and Fire Hydrant Operations

You will shine in this role, when you have:

3+ years of Power Plant Experience.
Analytical and critical thinking skills.
Good observational skills and a willingness to learn. 
Good communication skills.
Ability to work in a team. 

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