Manufacturing

Plant Operator

Wartsila Marine·Cross River, nigeria·Full Time·Onsite
ManufacturingFull TimeOnsite
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Main responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain the plant during the shift according to company policies and procedures.
  • Maintain plant power production at the output designated by management. To operate plant within the acceptable loading envelope under plant dispatch directives from utility.
  • Assist in start-up, shut-down and normal operations of the power plant systems.
  • Complete and maintain all logs and running records in a clear and concise manner according to guidelines.
  • Responsible for taking corrective action during system operational disturbance and/or bringing such disturbances to the attention of the Shift Supervisor.
  • Effectively communicate the condition of the plant equipment and performance to shift charge and fellow plant personnel.
  • Responsible for maintaining the plant in a clean and safe condition at all times.
  • Perform emergency procedures in order to protect personnel and equipment in case of damage or failure of safety deficiencies.
  • Utilize all tools, equipment, and accessories in such a manner so as to maximize useful operating life.
  • Assist in ensuring safe and efficient operation of the plant by bringing violations of colleagues to the attention of the Shift Supervisor or duty manager.
  • Provide the relieving shift operator with a complete handover, bringing to his attention any operational disturbances, malfunctions or abnormalities.
  • To 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.
  • Any other duties assigned to you by superior,

Education & experience:

  • BSc or Degree Engineering(B.Eng) or Technology (B.Tech) in or Mechanical or Mechatronics or Equivalent
  • 1 years of relevant work experience
  • Handson working experience in any power plant engines

Skills & Competencies: General:

Desired behaviours:

  • Achieving results & making change happen
  • Decisiveness and action orientation
  • Planning and target setting
  • Developing self and others
  • Communication & teamwork skills
  • Situational and cultural sensitivity
  • Business and Customer focus
  • Cost awareness & effectiveness
  • Wärtsilä Quality, safety, environment skills
  • Workplace ICT equipment & application skills

Technical:

  • Charge air & Compressed air system
  • Cooling water systems
  • Emission reduction systems
  • Exhaust gas & steam systems
  • Gas fuel systems
  • Injection support systems
  • Lubricating oil systems
  • Sludge reduction systems (Effluent handling system)
  • Engine knowledge, medium speed & Operator's station knowledge
  • Trouble shooting, Mechanical & Electrical
  • Technical drawings and flow charts

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND

At a glance

Company

Wartsila Marine

Location

Cross River, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 9, 2026

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