Technician/ Technical Officer (Gas Plant Operations)

YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Singapore is seeking a Technician/Technical Officer for gas plant operations. The role involves safe operation and monitoring of a Combined Cycle Power Plant, performing routine inspections, and maintaining compliance with safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and relevant operational experience. Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of plant processes, operations, and safety protocols.
• Relevant experience in power plant operations, or related industries, is advantageous.
• Possession of a 2nd Grade Engineer (Steam) Certificate of Competency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Combined Cycle Power Plant safely and efficiently.
• Prepare and monitor startup, shutdown, and routine operations.
• Identify and rectify system, plant, and equipment defects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Nitec/ Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Maximo EAM

Job description

Technician/ Technical Officer (Gas Plant Operations)

Operate the Combined Cycle Power Plant safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established operational guidelines to meet output requirements.

Prepare for, execute, and monitor the startup, shutdown, and routine operations of generation units and auxiliary systems.

Carry out condition monitoring, review operating parameters, and correct deviations to maintain optimal plant performance.

Identify, report, and rectify all system, plant, and equipment defects.

Ensure adherence to the plant's generation dispatch schedule, conducting operational tests and inspections as required.

Respond to plant emergencies, equipment failures, and outages.

Manage generating unit operations and maintenance activities, ensuring compliance with safety measures and specifications.

Monitor work areas and inspect tools and equipment to detect and prevent unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.

Prepare daily shift log reports and other operational reports.

Liaise with external agencies (e.g., EMA PSO, PUB,A, SCDF) on operational matters during shift duty.

Qualifications

Nitec/ Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or an equivalent discipline.

Knowledge of plant processes, operations, and safety protocols.

Relevant experience in power plant operations, or related industries, is advantageous.

Possession of a 2nd Grade Engineer (Steam) Certificate of Competency or a 1st Grade Engineer (Steam Combustion Engine) Certificate of Competency awarded by the Ministry of Manpower is an advantage.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Maximo EAM or equivalent software.

Strong analytical and communication skills, self-motivated, independent, and a team player.

Willingness to work 12-hour rotating shifts.