Technician/ Technical Officer (Gas Plant Operations)

YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited is seeking a capable Power Plant Operator to oversee the safe and efficient operation of the Combined Cycle Power Plant in Singapore.

The role involves startup/shutdown, routine operations, and monitoring of generation units and auxiliary systems. Applicants should have a Nitec/ Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with knowledge of plant processes and safety protocols.

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.

Responsibilities

• 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, NEA, SCDF) on operational matters during shift duty.

Skills

Plant operations

Safety awareness

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Shift work

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Maximo EAM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Responsibilities:

• 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, NEA, 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.