Power Plant Shift Supervisor

Wärtsilä Corp; Masbate City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Wärtsilä Corporation in Masbate, Philippines, is seeking a Professional Mechanical Engineer to lead shift operations on the mechanical plant, ensuring safe and compliant performance.

The role requires at least 5 years of Diesel Power Plant experience, supervisory exposure, and strong knowledge of control systems, HSE protocols, and drawing interpretation. Excellent communication and cost-management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Professional Mechanical Engineer with at least 5 years in Diesel Power Plant operations.
• Supervisory experience in operations is required.
• Strong communication and MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Operate and supervise the mechanical plant during the assigned shift.
• Act as PME in charge of the shift.
• Monitor equipment condition and respond to abnormalities.
• Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation and HSE personnel.
• Authorize or recommend mechanical interventions as needed.
• Ensure compliance with operating procedures and review shift records.
• Escalate significant issues to Maintenance Manager and Plant Management.
• Participate in incident and equipment-failure investigations.

Skills

Communication skills

Diesel Power Plant knowledge

HSE protocols

Controls & automation

Drawing & flowchart interpretation

Electrical systems knowledge (adv)

Cost management

Education

Professional Mechanical Engineer

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This position is location is in Masbate, Philippines.

Responsibilities

• Exercise the professional responsibility required by RA 8495 for the safe and proper operation, tending and maintenance of the mechanical plant during the assigned shift.
• Act as the designated PME in charge of the assigned operating shift.
• Exercise professional judgment concerning mechanical plant operation.
• Supervise operation of diesel generating engines and mechanical auxiliaries.
• Monitor mechanical equipment condition.
• Direct appropriate response to mechanical abnormalities and emergencies.
• Evaluate operating parameters and equipment conditions.
• Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation and HSE personnel.
• Authorize or recommend mechanical equipment intervention as professionally appropriate.
• Ensure proper implementation of approved operating procedures.
• Review shift mechanical operating records.
• Escalate significant mechanical abnormalities to the Maintenance Manager and Plant Management.
• Participate in incident and equipment-failure investigations.
• Ensure that mechanical operations during the shift are performed under appropriate professional supervision.

What do we expect from you?

• Education:
• Candidate should be Professional Mechanical Engineer
• Experience:
• At least with 5 years working experience in Diesel Power Plant preferably with operations supervisory experience
• General Skills:
• With good communication skills
• Computer literate with MS Office
• Effective in managing cost
• Professional Skills:
• Knowledgeable in Diesel Power Plant Systems including auxiliaries
• Knowledgeable in HSE protocols
• Knowledgeable in controls and automation
• Knows how to evaluate drawings and flow charts
• Knowledgeable in Electrical System is an advantage

Note : This position is openonly for FilipinoNationals.

Why You and Us

All our employees are encouraged to utilise the variety of training activities, learning solutions and self-study materials that we have to offer which supports the opportunity to further develop your talents and competencies within a very global working environment, in an ambitious and growth orientated organisation.

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.

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 www.wartsila.com .

Contact & Next Steps

If you have any questions for the position, please contact Jesus Capati Manalang, Hiring Manager ([e-mail]).