Temporary Helper

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. Did you know that shipping is the world’s most efficient mode of transportation and that 88% of the world's trade is carried by sea?

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. Are you ready to jump onboard?

We are looking for a Temporary Helper to our workshop in Sagvåg, with a main responsibility in supporting production capacity and ensuring smooth daily operations.

The preferred location for this position is Sagvåg, Norway.

Your role and responsibilities

As a Temporary Helper, your work will include tasks that help ensure stable and efficient production. You will contribute to the workshop by ensuring delivery capacity by covering sick leave, leave periods, and holidays so production lines run as planned and delivery deadlines are met.

Typical tasks include:

Mechanical assembly:

• Assemble plate systems, rails, and mounting structures
• Assemble components such as circuit breakers, contactors, motor protection switches, and relays
• Make cut-outs and install door and enclosure equipment

Cable routing and wiring:

• Route cables between components
• Cut and strip cables
• Sort and prepare cable types according to drawings

Labeling:

• Label components, cables, and terminal blocks
• Use labeling machines (Brother, Phoenix Contact, etc.)

Logistics and material handling:

• Unpack goods and place them in the correct location
• Pick parts for assemblers

Order and cleanliness (5S):

• Keep the workspace clean
• End the day with a tidy-up check

Requirements for the position

• Ongoing studies of electrical engineering, automation or other relevant technical education
• Interest in electrical engineering and practical hands-on work
• English and Norwegian language skills
• Willingness and ability to step in during peak periods and holidays

To succeed in this role we expect you to be

• Curious and willing to learn
• Interested in varied work tasks
• Able to collaborate and support where needed
• Flexible and adaptable during changing workloads
• Positive attitude and readiness to help the team

Why you and us?

You are valued – as your true self. At Wärtsilä YOU matter. We value diversity and are committed to supporting an inclusive work community.

Your growth is supported. We believe in continuous learning & teamwork. The Wärtsilä community supports your development so you can grow beyond your potential.

You get to make a difference. Innovation and sustainability are important to us. Every day, we – Wärtsilians – put our hearts and minds into enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services.

Contact & next steps

Please submit your application before the application deadline through our Careers portal. Applications by email will not be considered. After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email.

For questions regarding the position, please contact:
Jan Vørøs
Manager, PSS Power Conversion PU
jan.voros@wartsila.com

Last application date: 12/03/2026 

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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