International Energy Service Centre Limited (IESC), a subsidiary of Enemalta plc and the company that is responsible for the maintenance and operation of various plants at the Delimara Power Station, is inviting motivated individuals interested in joining it to apply for the full-time, indefinite post of:
Power Plant Systems Operator
(Jobsplus Permit No. 994/2025)
Further details about this position including key responsibilities, working patterns (which may include working by a shift system) and requisites are available hereunder.
If you are interested in this opportunity, kindly fill in and submit the below form, including all required attachments, by not later than Thursday 16th October 2025 and Thursday 6th November 2025 (noon).
All applications will be acknowledged and treated in strictest confidence.
Should you have any queries regarding this vacancy, you may contact IESC on 22980484.
Power Plant Systems Operator
1. Position Purpose
The Power Plant Systems Operator operates, performs minor repairs and maintains power production equipment as well as related auxiliaries and other capital equipment. He/She monitors the status of all systems under his/her responsibility on a continuous basis and takes appropriate action. The Power Plant Systems Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient and proper operation of the assigned plant and as necessary maintains, minor troubleshooting, minor repairs of mechanical equipment, electrical equipment and air & instrumentation. The Power Plant Systems Operator will also carry out minor preventive maintenance on such plant, auxiliaries, other capital equipment as well as supporting infrastructure within the power plant. The power production equipment includes, but is not limited to, the gas turbines, steam turbines, Diesel/Gas Engines, fired boilers and heat recovery steam generators, electricity generators, air compressors, evaporators and water demineralization plant, fuel storage and fuel treatment plant, motors, pumps, electrical switchgear, control and monitoring of equipment from respective local/remote SCADA/DCS system, and all other auxiliary equipment associated with these generation plant.
2. Roles and Responsibilities
2.1 Technical Duties
2.1.1 Operates and controls the plant through various modes of operation such as, but not limited to, DCS, SCADA, Manual Operations, etc.;
2.1.2 Maintains safe, efficient and economic operation of the power plant. Ensures that thermal and electrical outputs are maintained at maximum levels of efficiency;
2.1.3 Assist his/her companions during on the job training on the right operating procedures;
2.1.4 Ensures that water chemistry control systems on the plant operates correctly and makes adjustments as necessary. Conducts water quality testing and treatment duties as necessary;
2.1.5 Understands and is able to control processes and equipment across site and must have good working knowledge of all equipment systems to ensure safe operations and access;
2.1.6 Provides operational support to the maintenance section in troubleshooting malfunctioning equipment;
2.1.7 Makes and provides Unit and plant equipment mechanical and electrical isolations both as required for operational or maintenance purposes;
2.1.8 Performs plant/unit start-ups and generator synchronising with grid as required or directed by superiors;
2.1.9 Actively participates in fault root cause analysis without direction and supervision;
2.1.10 Performs emergency operations to maintain electricity output from the station while safeguard station equipment; – Reports abnormal or emergency plant conditions to superior;
2.1.11 Adjusts temperature, pressure, flow, and level settings on station systems as necessary;
2.1.12 Assists and carries out hydrostatic tests, online tests, certifications of equipment, tests on alarms and other routine tests;
2.1.13 Regulates real and reactive power output, voltage and frequency of generators/transformers as applicable;
2.1.14 Monitors and records electrical switchgear parameters and high voltage switching operations.
2.1.15 Assists contractors in loading and unloading of containment including but not limited to record the weights;
2.1.16 Prepares and doses chemicals as specified by a competent person;
2.1.17 Assist and tests for leakages in Potential Explosive atmospheres as directed by superiors;
2.1.18 Attends any training course as directed by management;
2.1.19 Observes all power plant site administrative, health & safety policies and directives as applicable and directed by management or superiors.
2.2 Consultation
2.2.1 Consults with the Power Plant Operations Officer and/or his/her immediate superior, especially in resolving issues or when dealing with abnormal situations;
2.2.2 Coordinates and communicates with other internal stakeholders;
2.2.3 Coordinates and communicates with other external stakeholders in accordance with the emergency plan procedure.
2.3 Self-Improvement
2.3.1 Keeps up to date with the knowledge of power station operations, through self-taught, on the job training and refresher courses;
2.3.2 Keeps up to date with process control room developments;
2.3.3 Keeps up to date with all equipment as well as technology advances;
2.3.4 Keeps up to date with health and safety matters;
2.3.5 May be assigned to train and work on other units in other sections according to his/her grade and relative current position as per the exigencies of the Company;
2.3.6 Expected to demonstrate competence on a continuing basis.
2.4 Other
2.4.1 Performs any other operations job-related duties as necessary or as assigned.
3. Supervision Received
3.1 Direct supervision and guidance from the Operations Engineer and/or his/her immediate superior.
4. Working conditions
4.1 Works on a Shift Basis;
4.2 Works on a rotating duty on the whole plant;
4.3 May be requested to work outside shift hours to keep compliment, training and/or in crises situations, according to the principles outlined in the Collective Agreement or Performance Agreement;
4.4 The working environment may be characterised by high temperatures, noise, vibration, odours, potential presence of Explosive atmosphere zones and humidity. However, the environment is deemed to be generally safe notwithstanding the presence of high-pressure vessels and the elevated temperatures consequent to processes involving fluids, chemicals and rotating machinery. Odorous fumes (at controlled levels) emanating from processes involving chemicals and other materials may also be registered for short intervals. Operating personnel may also be required to handle chemicals and power tools for tasks related to their duties.
5. Skills Requirements
5.1 Qualifications and Experience
The Power Plant Systems Operator must:
5.1.1 Be in possession of a Diploma (MQF Level 3 or better) in Mechanical Engineering or in Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering or equivalent qualification awarded by the Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST), or any other recognised educational institution;
OR
5.1.2 Be in possession of a Journeyman’s Certificate (MQF Level 3 or better), or equivalent qualification, related to Mechanical Engineering or in Electrical and/or Electronics Engineering, awarded by a recognised educational institution;
OR
5.1.3 Be in possession of an Advanced Diploma in Operations & Maintenance (MQF Level 4 or better), or equivalent qualification, awarded by the Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST), or any other recognised educational institution;
OR
5.1.4 Be in possession of an Advanced Diploma in Marine Engineering (MQF Level 4 or better), or equivalent qualification, awarded by the Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology (MCAST), or any other recognised educational institution.
5.2 Knowledge and Skills
5.2.1 Desirable passes in Mathematics, English and Physics and two other subjects at ordinary level as recognised by the Malta Qualifications Council.
5.2.2 Work experience in the oil and gas industry will be considered an asset.
5.2.3 Applicants must accept and attend training by means of programmed mentoring, coaching and development programmes on the tasks listed in Appendix A, that will be provided by the Company from time to time.
5.2.4 Computer literate
5.2.5 Medium numeracy skills
5.2.6 High written and verbal communication skills
5.2.7 High analytical, evaluative and problem-solving abilities
5.2.8 High ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
5.2.9 High attention to detail
5.2.10 Highly self-motivated and shows initiative
5.2.11 High ability to make competent decisions in an emergency situations
5.2.12 High ability to interpret mechanical drawings, electrical line diagrams, logic drawings, and technical manuals.