This role is for a Plant Operator responsible for the seamless operation and maintenance of the power plant systems during assigned shifts, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures while maintaining designated power production output.
The hiring company, Wärtsilä Eastern Africa Limited, was established in August 1997 to market and sell power plants and marine engines in the Eastern Africa Region.
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. Operate the plant within the acceptable loading envelope under plant dispatch directives from the 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 Requirements
- BSc or Degree Engineering (B.Eng) or Technology (B.Tech) in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Equivalent.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience.
- Hands-on 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 Skills:
- Knowledge of Charge air & Compressed air systems.
- Knowledge of Cooling water systems.
- Knowledge of Emission reduction systems.
- Knowledge of Exhaust gas & steam systems.
- Knowledge of Gas fuel systems.
- Knowledge of Injection support systems.
- Knowledge of Lubricating oil systems.
- Knowledge of Sludge reduction systems (Effluent handling system).
- Engine knowledge, particularly medium speed engines & Operator’s station knowledge.
- Trouble shooting, both Mechanical & Electrical systems.
- Ability to interpret Technical drawings and flow charts.
