Manager, Site Management & Commissioning - MEA

Wärtsilä Energy leads the transition towards a 100% renewable energy future. We help our partners to accelerate their decarbonisation journeys through our market-leading technologies and power system modelling expertise. These cover decarbonisation services, future-fuel enabled balancing power plants, hybrid solutions, energy storage and optimisation technology, including the GEMS Digital Energy Platform.

Did you know Wärtsilä has delivered 79 GW of power plant capacity and more than 130 energy storage installations 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?

Location: Australia, preferably Sydney

Are you ready to lead and innovate in the dynamic field of energy storage? Wärtsilä is seeking a passionate and experienced Manager for Site Management & Commissioning in the MEA region. Join us in driving the future of sustainable energy solutions!

Responsibilities:
Resource Planning: Strategically plan and assign Site Management & Commissioning resources for all Wärtsilä Energy Storage projects in Australia and other Asia-Pacific markets.
Collaboration: Develop strong collaboration with the Energy Storage Project management and delivery team to ensure seamless project execution.
Subcontractor Development: Build a robust local pool of subcontractors providing site management & commissioning resources.
Project Oversight: Oversee the electrical installation and commissioning processes and activities at Energy Storage project sites.
Leadership: Lead and manage your team towards achieving project goals and objectives.
Line Management: Perform line manager duties for your subordinates, fostering a supportive and productive work environment.
Innovation: Create innovative solutions and concepts for Energy Storage project site resourcing.
Support: Provide support to site & mobility personnel in work execution, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
Competence Development: Ensure continuous competence development within your team.
Monitoring & Reporting: Lead, monitor, and report the status of site activities and resources in your regions.
Forecasting: Accurately forecast site resource needs in your regions to ensure optimal project planning.
Teamwork: Promote teamwork and collaboration with the Energy Storage Project & Delivery team.
Values: Drive Wärtsilä's Purpose and demonstrate our core values in all aspects of your work.

Qualifications:
Education:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus.
Experience:Proven experience in site management and commissioning within the energy storage or related industry.
Technical Skills:Strong understanding of electrical installation and commissioning processes.
Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams effectively.
Project Management: Proficiency in project management tools and techniques, with a track record of successful project delivery.
Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions.
Competence Development: Experience in fostering competence development within teams.
Forecasting: Ability to accurately forecast resource needs and manage project timelines.
Values: Commitment to driving Wärtsilä's Purpose and demonstrating our core values.

Why Join Wärtsilä?
Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company that is at the forefront of energy storage solutions.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

Impact: Play a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable energy in the MEA region.
Collaborative Culture: Work with a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence and innovation.

Apply Now!
If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a significant impact in the energy storage industry, apply today! Join Wärtsilä and be part of a team that is driving the future of sustainable energy solutions.

Wärtsilä – Enabling sustainable societies with smart technology.

Last application date: 29/04/2025 

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