Superintendent 4-Stroke (H/F)

Wärtsilä is a world leader in marine technology and leading the industry's transformation towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. With the world’s widest portfolio and service network, we – Wärtsilians - deliver efficient, safe and sustainable integrated products and solutions to enhance the business of our customers. The opportunities presented through digitalisation and new technologies are offering a new era of shipping. We want to change the course towards an interconnected and cleaner maritime future and 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.

Business Unit Parts and Field Service is a global organisation with harmonised ways of working and tools to deliver the best possible services for our customers. In our global team we value, respect, and embrace different opinions and diversity. Safety, environment, and wellbeing are our foundation, and we never compromise them.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level?

We are on the lookout for a passionate and high-performing Superintendent 4-Stroke to join our energetic and fast-paced Field Service Marine France team.

This role offers a unique opportunity to travel the world, as most of your work will take place on-site at our customers' locations.

While the primary location for this role is Marseille, we are also open to considering candidates based in other locations such as Nantes or Harfleur.

Your role and responsibilities  

As a Superintendent 4-Stroke, you’ll lead a team of skilled service engineers to deliver top-notch preventive and corrective maintenance for our customers' installations. You’ll be the face of our company on-site, ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to our high standards of quality, safety, and technical excellence. This is your chance to be a true ambassador for our brand in the field.

As a Superintendent 4-Stroke, you will:

• Act as the main point of contact for customers on-site, ensuring smooth communication and operations.
• Lead and manage the execution of maintenance and repair activities, ensuring they meet customer expectations and company guidelines.
• Oversee the application of Quality, Safety, and Environmental standards during all work activities.
• Provide detailed and structured reports on completed work, including measurements, photos, and findings.
• Track progress, report on job status, and manage time and spare parts effectively.
• Represent the company professionally, ensuring your team maintains high standards of conduct and appearance.
• Be ready to travel globally on short notice, spending approximately 80% of your time on-site with customers.

Requirements for the position   

• An ENSM diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field is preferred. Alternatively, a BTS with proven hands-on experience will also be considered.
• Knowledge of internal combustion engines (4-stroke).
• Understanding automation systems.
• Leadership and communication skills to guide your team and build strong customer relationships.
• Proficiency in English to communicate effectively with customers and colleagues worldwide.
• The ability to write clear, structured, and detailed work reports.
• Proficiency in IT tools, including the MS Office suite.
• A focus on cost awareness and efficiency.
• Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 80% of your time) to customer sites worldwide.
• Ability to work abroad and on-board sailing vessels.

As an ideal candidate you might also have…

• Previous industry experience (engine tuning, development, or maintenance) is a plus.
• Highly organized and capable of building effective interpersonal relationships.
• Accurate and detail-oriented, with strong critical thinking skills.
• Proactive, responsible, and self-motivated.

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Vous êtes passionné(e) par les moteurs et les défis techniques ?

Nous recherchons un(e) Superintendant / Chef de Chantier Field Service pour rejoindre notre équipe.

Ce poste vous offre l’opportunité de voyager à travers le monde (environ 85% du temps, principalement en Europe) pour intervenir sur les installations de nos clients dans les secteurs maritime et des centrales électriques.

Bien que le poste soit principalement basé à Marseille, nous sommes également ouverts à des candidatures provenant d'autres localisations telles que Nantes ou Harfleur.

Votre rôle

En tant que Superintendant / Chef de Chantier, vous jouerez un rôle clé dans la satisfaction de nos clients en assurant des interventions de maintenance préventive, curative et de diagnostic de pannes. Vous serez leur principal interlocuteur sur site, capable de proposer des solutions à forte valeur ajoutée dans des délais courts, tout en préservant les intérêts de notre entreprise.

Vos principales missions :

• Piloter les travaux réalisés sur les installations moteurs de nos clients.
• Garantir l’application des règles de Qualité, Sécurité et Environnement ainsi que le respect de nos procédures techniques.
• Coordonner et encadrer les équipes exécutantes (chantier naval, personnel client, etc.) lors des interventions.
• Collaborer avec un chef de projet et vous appuyer sur nos fonctions supports (Service Technique) pour résoudre les problématiques rencontrées sur le terrain.
• Rédiger des rapports d’intervention détaillés et structurés, incluant vos observations et recommandations.

Profil recherché :

• Diplôme de l'ENSM en génie mécanique ou dans un domaine connexe est préféré. Alternativement, un BTS avec une expérience pratique avérée sera également pris en considération.
• Connaissances des moteurs à combustion interne (4-temps).
• Compréhension des systèmes d'automatisation.
• Compétences en leadership et communication pour guider votre équipe et établir de solides relations avec les clients.
• Maîtrise de l'anglais pour communiquer efficacement avec les clients et collègues à l'échelle mondiale.
• Capacité à rédiger des rapports de travail clairs, structurés et détaillés.
• Maîtrise des outils informatiques, y compris la suite MS Office.
• Sens de la rentabilité et de l'efficacité.
• Volonté de voyager fréquemment (environ 80 % du temps) sur les sites des clients à travers le monde.
• Capacité à travailler à l'étranger et à bord de navires en navigation.

En tant que candidat(e) idéal(e), vous pourriez également avoir…

• Une expérience préalable dans l'industrie (réglage, développement ou maintenance de moteurs) est un atout.
• Une grande organisation et la capacité à établir des relations interpersonnelles efficaces.
• Une approche précise et orientée vers les détails, avec de solides compétences en réflexion critique.
• Une attitude proactive, responsable et autonome.

Why Join Us?

• Work with cutting-edge engine technologies and global customers.
• Develop expertise in diagnostics, service operations, and performance optimization.
• Enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Contact & next steps

Does this sound like the job for you? If yes, submit your application before the deadline through our Careers portal. Applications submitted via email or through recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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 will be conducting interviews with qualified candidates throughout the process and aim to keep you informed along the way.

Last application date: 19/12/2025 

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. 

Please note that according to Wärtsilä policy, voluntary consent for a security check may be required from candidates being considered for this position, depending on the applicable country.

This is Wärtsilä 

Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets. Our team of 18,300 professionals, in more than 230 locations in 77 countries, shape the decarbonisation transformation of our industries across the globe. Read more on www.wartsila.com. 

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