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Plant Operator

Wartsila East Africa Ltd.

full time Nairobi Posted 1 week ago

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

  • 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.