Operator, Service Center

Wärtsilä; Norway; On-site; NOK 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä is seeking an Operator Service Center/Receptionist to strengthen our Real Estate and Facility team in Norway. You will provide hospitality at Wärtsilä’s Norway locations, operate the switchboard for all legal entities, and support security, access control, mail, and administration.

You will join a dedicated team focused on cost efficiency, sustainability reporting, and excellent service. This permanent, full-time role is based at our sites in Rubbestadneset, Bømlo, and Heiane, Stord.

Qualifications

• Fluency in Norwegian and English (speaking and writing).
• Experience in a service-related role and familiarity with administrative tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office 365.
• Knowledge of facility management, cost control and sustainability reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-class hospitality at Wärtsilä locations.
• Operate the switchboard for Wärtsilä entities and locations in Norway.
• Handle internal and external mail and administration tasks.
• Support security, access control and facilities with a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability.
• Assist procurement and general facility management duties.

Skills

Norwegian language

English language

Customer service

Hospitality mindset

Administrative skills

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company and a global leader in the Energy market. For more than 190 years, we've been building what's next, helping our customers and society navigate the transition toward a decarbonized and sustainable future. Every day, Wärtsilians around the world put their hearts and minds into turning our purpose, enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services, into reality.

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for forward-thinking talent who want to make an impact while building a long-term future. At Wärtsilä, you can build a career, not just a role, with opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to work that matters. Join a company with a strong foundation, an exciting future, and a career path built to last. Want to join the ride?

We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?

We are looking for an Operator Service Center/Receptionist to strengthen our team in the Real Estate and Facility department. The role supports our business lines by providing high-quality reception, switchboard, security, access control, mail, administration, facility, and procurement services with a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability. This is a permanent, full-time position based at our offices in Rubbestadneset, Bømlo, and Heiane, Stord .

Your role and responsibilities

As an Operator Service Center/Receptionist, you will provide first-class hospitality at our two locations, operate the switchboard for Wärtsilä’s legal entities and locations in Norway, and support security, access control, mail, administration, facilities, and procurement. You will be part of an engaged Real Estate and Facility team with diverse expertise. The role also offers opportunities to develop and improve our service center.

Your work will focus on these responsibilities:

• Provide first-class hospitality at our two Wärtsilä Norway locations.
• Operate the switchboard for all Wärtsilä legal entities and locations in Norway.
• Handle internal and external mail.
• Manage security services, including the ISPS areas at Rubbestadneset.
• Monitor premises for fire safety and evacuation readiness.
• Manage access control systems.
• Support administration, facilities, and procurement, with a focus on cost efficiency and sustainability reporting.

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:

• A proactive, self-driven approach and willingness to take responsibility.
• A service-minded and energetic presence.
• Fluency in Norwegian and English, both spoken and written.
• Solid experience with Microsoft Office 365.
• Experience in a service-related role and familiarity with administrative tools.
• Knowledge of or interest in facility management, cost control, and sustainability reporting.

Why you and us?

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth, and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative.

We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for. Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

We have an amazing team, and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future.

Contact & next steps

For further questions, please reach out to Sigbjørn Næsse, Real Estate Manager Scandinavia, through email: [e-mail] with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy!

Last application date: 03/11/2026

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 industries, employing around 18,000 professionals across 78 countries. Together, we’re driving the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com