Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.  We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?  Wärtsilä Energy is seeking a skilled Shift Operator to join our team at the Tasiast site in Mauritania.If you are ready for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a dynamic operational environment, we invite you to apply and come onboard. Main responsibilities:<ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Responsible for all activities relating to the Shift operations of the power plant.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">To communicate effectively on daily basis with the Superior on issues related with the condition of the plant equipment's and its performance. Responsible for the equipment healthiness and to keep the work done area clean and tidy always.</li></ul> Specific Responsibilities:<ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Operate and maintain the plant during the shift according to company policies and procedures.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Work in conjunction with Maintenance team for ascertaining condition of equipment's, required maintenance activities and scheduled overhauls.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Assist supervisor in start-up, shut-down and normal operations of the power plant systems.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Complete and maintain all logs and running records in a clear and concise manner.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Take corrective action during system operational disturbance and/or bring such disturbances to the attention of Supervisor</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Communicate effectively the condition of the plant equipment and performance to the reliever and bringing to his attention any operational disturbances, malfunctions and abnormalities.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Maintain the plant in clean &amp; safe conditions at all the times.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Follow the safe work procedures.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Maintain personal safety gear in good condition.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Ensure the equipment's and work area, are clean and neat during shift operation.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Complete at least two plant rounds in a shift and report the abnormalities to the supervisor.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Share the knowledge among the team members to develop better teamwork</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Comply with all safety regulations, environmental, health and safety standards, and industry-specific guidelines.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials or waste.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Respond to alarms and take appropriate actions to address any operational deviations or emergencies.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Collaborate with other team members and supervisors to ensure smooth and coordinated plant operations.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Report any incidents, malfunctions, or abnormalities to the Shift Supervisors for further investigation and resolution.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Monitor and analyze plant operations data, such as temperature, pressure, or levels, to maintain proper operating conditions and identify any deviations or abnormalities.</li></ul> Requirements:Educational Requirement:<ul><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;"> Higher National Diploma(HND) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE) or Bachelor ofTechnology– Electrical or Mechanical with 2-5 years of work experience</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Experience in working in Wartsila power generation plant.</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance best practices</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Strong communication skills</li><li style="font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt;">Proficiency with MS Office and maintenance data analysis</li></ul> Commitment to safety and operational excellence Last application date: 14/04/2026  At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.  Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country. This is Wärtsilä Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on <a href="http://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>.

We enable sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services together with all our stakeholders &ndash; today and tomorrow. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. We work together with our strong ecosystem of partners every day, providing a wide portfolio of leading technologies and innovative solutions that offer our customers superior uptime, reliability and foreseeable lifecycle costs across their operations. Our global passionate team of 17,500 energy and maritime experts in 200 locations in more than 70 countries is committed to shaping decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe.

Shift Operator

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of.  We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?  Wärtsilä Energy is seeking a skilled Shift Operator to join our team at the Tasiast site in Mauritania.If you are ready for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in a dynamic operational environment, we invite you to apply and come onboard. Main responsibilities:<ul><li>Responsible for all activities relating to the Shift operations of the power plant.</li><li>To communicate effectively on daily basis with the Superior on issues related with the condition of the plant equipment's and its performance. Responsible for the equipment healthiness and to keep the work done area clean and tidy always.</li></ul> Specific Responsibilities:<ul><li>Operate and maintain the plant during the shift according to company policies and procedures.</li><li>Work in conjunction with Maintenance team for ascertaining condition of equipment's, required maintenance activities and scheduled overhauls.</li><li>Assist supervisor in start-up, shut-down and normal operations of the power plant systems.</li><li>Complete and maintain all logs and running records in a clear and concise manner.</li><li>Take corrective action during system operational disturbance and/or bring such disturbances to the attention of Supervisor</li><li>Communicate effectively the condition of the plant equipment and performance to the reliever and bringing to his attention any operational disturbances, malfunctions and abnormalities.</li><li>Maintain the plant in clean &amp; safe conditions at all the times.</li><li>Follow the safe work procedures.</li><li>Maintain personal safety gear in good condition.</li><li>Ensure the equipment's and work area, are clean and neat during shift operation.</li><li>Complete at least two plant rounds in a shift and report the abnormalities to the supervisor.</li><li>Share the knowledge among the team members to develop better teamwork</li><li>Comply with all safety regulations, environmental, health and safety standards, and industry-specific guidelines.</li><li>Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials or waste.</li><li>Respond to alarms and take appropriate actions to address any operational deviations or emergencies.</li><li>Collaborate with other team members and supervisors to ensure smooth and coordinated plant operations.</li><li>Report any incidents, malfunctions, or abnormalities to the Shift Supervisors for further investigation and resolution.</li><li>Monitor and analyze plant operations data, such as temperature, pressure, or levels, to maintain proper operating conditions and identify any deviations or abnormalities.</li></ul> Requirements:Educational Requirement:<ul><li> Higher National Diploma(HND) or Bachelor of Engineering (BE) or Bachelor ofTechnology– Electrical or Mechanical with 2-5 years of work experience</li><li>Experience in working in Wartsila power generation plant.</li><li>Understanding of predictive and preventive maintenance best practices</li><li>Strong communication skills</li><li>Proficiency with MS Office and maintenance data analysis</li></ul> Commitment to safety and operational excellence Last application date: 14/04/2026  At Wärtsilä we value, respect and embrace all our differences, and are committed to diversity, inclusion and equal employment opportunities; everyone can be their true self and succeed based on their job-relevant merits and abilities.  Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country. This is Wärtsilä Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on <a href="http://www.wartsila.com">www.wartsila.com</a>.

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