Wärtsilä Energy is at the forefront of the transition to a 100% renewable energy future. We support our partners in accelerating their decarbonisation efforts with our cutting-edge technologies and expertise in power system modelling.Did you know that Wärtsilä has delivered 79GW of power plant capacity and over 130 energy storage installations across 180 countries worldwide?In this rapidly evolving energy landscape, we are always seeking forward-thinking talent to join our team and help create sustainable societies through technological innovation and services. Ready to join us on this journey? We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Workshop Manager to join our service team in Papua New Guinea (PNG). This role is open to applicants residing in PNG, Lihir Site and requires daily attendance at our local office.The position reports to the Workshop Manager. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate strong critical thinking and reasoning skills, consistently perform at a high level, and are self-motivated. Main Responsibilities, to be successful in this role, we expect you to have:<ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Manage and deliver workshop services and tools within your area of responsibility, ensuring operational efficiency and high-quality output.</li></ul><ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;"><li style="text-align:justify;margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, technicians, and engineering teams, to ensure timely and effective service delivery.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Oversee workshop operations, including scheduling, resource planning, and workflow optimization to meet project deadlines and customer expectations.</li><li style="color:black;margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Oversee warehouse and logistics operations, including spares store management, vehicle management, and all logistics-related movements to meet customer expectations.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Conduct technical analyses and provide clear conclusions and actionable recommendations through detailed reports.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Monitor and report work progress to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project goals.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Identify and propose improvements to workshop processes, tools, products, and solutions, contributing to continuous development.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Participate in service, tool, and product development projects, including upgrades and innovation initiatives.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Provide technical support to internal and external customers within your area of expertise, ensuring prompt and accurate resolution of issues.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Analyze customer feedback and operational data to drive improvements in workshop services, tools, and product performance.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Conduct site visits when deeper analysis of services, processes, tools, or product performance is required.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Act as a trainer in your area of expertise, supporting knowledge transfer and skill development within the team.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners, including suppliers and service providers.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Continuously acquire and expand technical know-how, staying updated with industry standards, technologies, and best practices.</li></ul> Your accountabilities and success metrics include:<ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px;"><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Achieving results</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Making change happen</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Decisiveness and action orientation</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Planning and target setting</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Developing self and others</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Communication</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Situational and cultural sensitivity</li><li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Business and Customer focus</li></ul> As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have:<ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;"><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Machining expertise – strong background in precision machining and component rebuilding, including proficiency in digital tools and the ability to quickly learn new systems.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Strong communication skills – able to effectively interact with internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Cost awareness and efficiency mindset – capable of managing resources and budgets to optimize operational performance.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Teamwork and collaboration – proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and lead workshop personnel.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Commitment to Wärtsilä’s quality, safety, and environmental standards, Including Wartsila Continuous improvement – ensures compliance with company policies and industry regulations.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Proficiency in IM applications and tools – comfortable using digital platforms and systems for reporting, planning, and communication.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Educational background – minimum BSc Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Extensive mechanical engineering experience – at least 10 years working with Wärtsilä engines or similar applications in a lead hand capacity.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Power plant expertise – minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Wärtsilä power plants or similar systems as a lead hand.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0cm;text-align:justify;margin-right:0.0cm;line-height:107%;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial , helvetica , sans-serif;">Advanced mechanical troubleshooting skills – essential for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues.</li></ul>  Contact &amp; next steps: Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we hope to hear from you before the application deadline by submitting your application in our Career portal. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We aim to keep you informed along the way.Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach out to Jayawardhana, Cyril – Plant Manager Lihir Site via email at <a href="mailto:cyril.jayawardhana@wartsila.com">cyril.jayawardhana@wartsila.com</a> with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).

We enable sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services together with all our stakeholders &ndash; today and tomorrow. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve environmental and economic performance. We work together with our strong ecosystem of partners every day, providing a wide portfolio of leading technologies and innovative solutions that offer our customers superior uptime, reliability and foreseeable lifecycle costs across their operations. Our global passionate team of 17,500 energy and maritime experts in 200 locations in more than 70 countries is committed to shaping decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe.

Workshop Manager - Lihir Site

Wärtsilä Energy&nbsp;is at the forefront of the transition to a 100% renewable energy future. We support our partners in accelerating their decarbonisation efforts with our cutting-edge technologies and expertise in power system modelling.Did you know that Wärtsilä has delivered 79GW of power plant capacity and over 130 energy storage installations across 180 countries worldwide?In this rapidly evolving energy landscape, we are always seeking forward-thinking talent to join our team and help create sustainable societies through technological innovation and services. Ready to join us on this journey?&nbsp;We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Workshop Manager&nbsp;to join our service team in&nbsp;Papua New Guinea (PNG). This role is open to applicants residing in PNG, Lihir Site and requires daily attendance at our local office.The position reports to the Workshop Manager. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate strong critical thinking and reasoning skills, consistently perform at a high level, and are self-motivated.&nbsp;Main Responsibilities, to be successful in this role, we expect you to have:<ul><li>Manage and deliver workshop services and tools&nbsp;within your area of responsibility, ensuring operational efficiency and high-quality output.</li></ul><ul><li>Coordinate internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, technicians, and engineering teams, to ensure timely and effective service delivery.</li><li>Oversee workshop operations, including scheduling, resource planning, and workflow optimization to meet project deadlines and customer expectations.</li><li>Oversee warehouse and logistics operations, including spares store management, vehicle management, and all logistics-related movements to meet customer expectations.</li><li>Conduct technical analyses&nbsp;and provide clear conclusions and actionable recommendations through detailed reports.</li><li>Monitor and report work progress&nbsp;to relevant stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with project goals.</li><li>Identify and propose improvements&nbsp;to workshop processes, tools, products, and solutions, contributing to continuous development.</li><li>Participate in service, tool, and product development projects, including upgrades and innovation initiatives.</li><li>Provide technical support&nbsp;to internal and external customers within your area of expertise, ensuring prompt and accurate resolution of issues.</li><li>Analyze customer feedback and operational data&nbsp;to drive improvements in workshop services, tools, and product performance.</li><li>Conduct site visits&nbsp;when deeper analysis of services, processes, tools, or product performance is required.</li><li>Act as a trainer&nbsp;in your area of expertise, supporting knowledge transfer and skill development within the team.</li><li>Maintain strong relationships&nbsp;with internal teams and external partners, including suppliers and service providers.</li><li>Continuously acquire and expand technical know-how, staying updated with industry standards, technologies, and best practices.</li></ul>&nbsp;Your accountabilities and success metrics include:<ul><li>Achieving results</li><li>Making change happen</li><li>Decisiveness and action orientation</li><li>Planning and target setting</li><li>Developing self and others</li><li>Communication</li><li>Situational and cultural sensitivity</li><li>Business and Customer focus</li></ul>&nbsp;As an ideal candidate, we expect you to have:<ul><li>Machining expertise – strong background in precision machining and component rebuilding, including proficiency in digital tools and the ability to quickly learn new systems.</li><li>Strong communication skills&nbsp;– able to effectively interact with internal teams, external stakeholders, and customers.</li><li>Cost awareness and efficiency mindset&nbsp;– capable of managing resources and budgets to optimize operational performance.</li><li>Teamwork and collaboration&nbsp;– proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and lead workshop personnel.</li><li>Commitment to Wärtsilä’s quality, safety, and environmental standards, Including Wartsila Continuous improvement – ensures compliance with company policies and industry regulations.</li><li>Proficiency in IM applications and tools&nbsp;– comfortable using digital platforms and systems for reporting, planning, and communication.</li><li>Educational background&nbsp;– minimum BSc Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.</li><li>Extensive mechanical engineering experience&nbsp;– at least 10 years working with Wärtsilä engines or similar applications in a lead hand capacity.</li><li>Power plant expertise&nbsp;– minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Wärtsilä power plants or similar systems as a lead hand.</li><li>Advanced mechanical troubleshooting skills&nbsp;– essential for diagnosing and resolving complex technical issues.</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Contact &amp; next steps:&nbsp;Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, we&nbsp;hope to hear from you before the application&nbsp;deadline by submitting your application in our Career portal. Our recruiting tool recognizes the time zone where the job ad has been published and closes the application period according to the same time zone. We aim to keep you informed along the way.Are you still wondering if you should apply and would like to get something clarified? Please reach&nbsp;out to&nbsp;Jayawardhana, Cyril – Plant Manager Lihir Site&nbsp;via email at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:cyril.jayawardhana@wartsila.com">cyril.jayawardhana@wartsila.com</a>&nbsp;with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded&nbsp;to).

Workshop Manager - Lihir Site

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