Operations & Maintenance Technician - Electrical

About this role

This role is for a technician responsible for electrical O&M activities on plant equipment in the assigned shift, including troubleshooting 4-stroke engines electrically and maintaining electrical systems. The position requires knowledge of electrical measuring tools, engine auxiliaries, diesel engine operation, fuels, fluids and air supply, and adherence to safety, quality and environmental standards. The supervisor expects routines for planned and unplanned maintenance, troubleshooting during shifts, monitoring engine parameters, and keeping detailed logbooks. Familiarity with Maximo for reporting and basic coordination with other departments is beneficial. The employer is Wärtsilä Marine, a global leader in lifecycle power solutions for marine and energy markets, operating in many locations worldwide, focusing on sustainable technology and continuous improvement. The role is based in Kogi, Nigeria.

What you would do

• Troubleshoot and perform electrical maintenance on plant equipment during the assigned shift.
• Carry out planned and unplanned maintenance activities as directed.
• Monitor engine and auxiliary system parameters and record readings.
• Participate in troubleshooting and electrical maintenance jobs during shifts.
• Maintain logbook/history of O&M activities for the shift.
• Ensure tools, equipment and materials are available for work execution.
• Start, synchronize and protect local and remote engines, providing immediate solutions for potential flaws.
• Use electrical measuring equipment and document results.
• Follow safety, quality and environmental procedures and comply with technical bulletins and updated maintenance procedures.
• Understand and apply lock out and tag out procedures and basic Maximo reporting to some extent.

What they are asking for

• BSc degree.
• Knowledge of 4-stroke engine electrical systems and auxiliary engine operation.
• Experience with electrical measuring equipment.
• Understanding of diesel engines, fuels, fluids and air supply.
• Ability to perform trending and analysis of operational parameters.
• Foundational understanding of Maximo or similar reporting tools is beneficial.
• Familiarity with safety, environmental practices and lock out/tag out procedures.
• Willingness to cooperate with multiple departments and site managers.

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