Senior Superintendent - Field Service

Wärtsilä is leading the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We Wärtsilians help our customers unlock the value of energy transition by optimizing their energy systems and future-proofing their assets. Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 74 GW of power plant capacity and more than 80 energy storage systems in 180 countries around the world?

In this fast-changing world of energy, we are constantly on the lookout for future-oriented talent to join our team and to work towards enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services - together. Want to join the ride? 

Main responsibilities:

• Perform Field Service activities according to the work plan on modern marine diesel, dual-fuel engines & gas engines.
• Perform overhauls and repairs on 4-stroke medium-speed engines.
• Interact professionally with customers during the work execution.
• Perform internal and external progress status of the assigned work, in conjunction with the Field Service Superintendent.
• Create the Service Work Reports.
• On smaller to medium-sized projects, you will provide technical guidance to both Service Engineers and Customers on how to properly use products or systems under their care and respond appropriately to customer inquiries or complaints by providing clear explanations, reassurance, or resolution options as needed.
• Ensure that the work is executed according to Wärtsilä QEHS guidelines and site procedures.
• Follow-up and report on the status of work orders to customers and/or internal stakeholders.
• Continuously seek solutions according to best practices.

You will shine in this role, when you have:

• Diploma /BE- Mechanical with minimum 7 years of experience.
• Candidates having experience in repair & maintenance of 4-stroke engines will be preferred.
• Handson experience of working on Marine installations
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout the year
• Willingness to relocate to Chennai is a must.
• Very good communication skills
• Cost awareness & effectiveness
• Problem solving & decision-making skills
• Quality, health, safety & environment awareness
• Reporting & analysing skills
• Teamwork skills
• MS Office

Job Location:  Chennai

Why you and us:

We at Wärtsilä believe in empowerment, ownership and taking responsibility of our work. We support each other’s growth and co-creation is the true basis of our innovation. We have courage to see opportunities and take initiative. We are authentic and honest, and we strongly believe in a diverse and inclusive work community where everyone can be their true self. We don’t always get it right the first time, and if mistakes are made, we make sure to learn and grow from them. We want everyone to voice their opinions freely. That is why we have built an environment that empowers you and everyone around you, and where you can feel safe and cared for.

Are you eager to be part of this ambition?

How to apply:

Contact & next steps
Submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications through email will not be considered. After submitting your application you’ll receive a confirmation email. We try our best to get back to everyone within 2-3 weeks after application deadline.

In case of any questions, reach out our Regional Talent Acquisition Team at careers@wartsila.com

Last application date: 02-01-2025

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.

This is Wärtsilä

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. We emphasise innovation in sustainable technology and services to help our customers continuously improve their environmental and economic performance. Our dedicated and passionate team of 17,000 professionals in more than 200 locations in 68 countries shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. In 2021, Wärtsilä’s net sales totalled EUR 4.8 billion. Wärtsilä is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Find out more at www.wartsila.com.