Operations Manager at Wartsila Marine and Power Services Nigeria Limited

Wartsila Marine and Power Services Nigeria Limited is a global leader in smart technologies and complete lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. By emphasising sustainable innovation, total efficiency and data analytics, Wärtsilä maximises the environmental and economic performance of the vessels and power plants of its customers. In 2018, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 5.2 billion with approximately 19,000 employees. The company has operations in over 200 locations in more than 80 countries around the world.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Operations Manager

Location: Calabar, Cross River

Job Description

• In this fast changing world of energy, we are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together.
• Want to join the ride?

Main responsibilities

• Responsible for the implementation of O&M Agreement & Operating procedures related to plant operation.
• Responsible for plant performance indices.
• Responsible for Breakdown due to operator negligence.
• Responsible for achieving performance guarantees related to operations and as agreed according to O&M Agreement.
• Development of competent operations resources by following Professional Skills Management program.
• Annual operation plan and operations-related costs optimization.
• Plant operations reporting to customer in a timely manner according to O&M agreement.
• Manage assigned operational responsibilities in accordance with Agreement Management processes and procedures and general management practices in a safe and cost-effective way in order to exceed the customer expectations.
• Responsible for all activities relating to the daily operations management of the power plant.
• Communicate effectively with the plant team related to the condition of the plant equipment, maintenance requirements and performance.
• Responsible for preparing plant for conducting 3rd parties surveys assigned by customer w.r.t. operation including closing of open issues in close liaison with customer.
• Responsible for implementation of plant safety policy and QEHS procedures according to the assigned plan.
• Prepare custom reports, plans and budgets as instructed by the Agreement Manager.
• Identify and actively seek to improve operational reliability and availability.
• Approve the planning of the maintenance program in line with the operational requirements.
• Timely initiate requirement of purchase material related to operations.
• Perform all activities needed to reach the objectives of the position and comply with the orders, instructions, values, and company policies applicable as an employee and/or the position.
• Continuously seek for solutions, keeping a customer-focused mindset.

Requirements

• B.E Degree or HND (Higher National Diploma) in Mechanical/Electrical with Power Plant Operations experience.
• Minimum 10 years of plant operation experience with minimum 3 years in Managerial role.
• Experience requirement in engine-based GAS power plant and its auxiliaries is a must.
• An Advanced level of English language. (Written and spoken)
• Understanding of Wärtsilä business, quality, and workplace safety is a plus.

Other desired skills: 

• Strong communication 
• Interpersonal skills 
• Management Skill
• Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving & decision making.

Application Closing Date
16th April, 2025.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online