On-Site Diesel Engine Room Operator

AboitizPower; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Therma Marine, Inc. in Cebu City is seeking an Engine Room Operator to ensure efficient operation of diesel engines and auxiliary machinery.

You will work with the Operations Supervisor, Control Room Engineer, Maintenance, and contractors to deliver reliable plant performance and continuous improvement in a purpose-driven environment. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 1–2 years of O&M experience, and a licensed Electrical or Mechanical Engineer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 1–2 years of O&M experience in a related industry is an advantage.
• Licensed Electrical or Mechanical Engineer.
• Proficiency in diesel engine and auxiliary machinery operations, SCADA systems, PTW execution, and laboratory fluid testing/instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, check, start up, monitor, and shut down diesel engines and auxiliary equipment in coordination with the Control Room Engineer per work instructions.
• Conduct routine inspections, adjustments, and top-ups per OEM manuals and implement PTW when required.
• Perform or coordinate laboratory testing of engine lube oil, process water, sludge, and fuel properties; encode results and track trends.
• Execute shift turnover, report plant abnormalities, participate in emergency plans, and support ISO management systems.

Skills

Safe Work Practices

Plant Operations Management

Risk Assessment

Root Cause Analysis

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Electrical/Mechanical Engineering degree

Professional Engineer license

Tools

SCADA systems

Permit to Work (PTW)

Job description

Therma Marine, Inc. in Cebu City is seeking an Engine Room Operator to ensure efficient operation of diesel engines and auxiliary machinery.

You will work with the Operations Supervisor, Control Room Engineer, Maintenance, and contractors to deliver reliable plant performance and continuous improvement in a purpose-driven environment. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, 1–2 years of O&M experience, and a licensed Electrical or Mechanical Engineer.