Plant Operator

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 Electrical 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

Job Location : Athi River 2 complex

Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

How to apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Wartsila Eastern Africa Ltd on careers.wartsila.com to apply

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