Manager Commissioning Support

 

Wärtsilä is an innovative technology company known for being a forerunner in the Marine and Energy markets. Every day, we – Wärtsilians - put our hearts and minds into turning Wärtsilä's purpose of enabling sustainable societies through innovation in technology and services into reality. Our ultimate aim is to provide increased value to both our customers and society. New, game-changing ideas and continuous improvement have been part of our DNA since 1834. Together, we can create new business opportunities and more sustainable future that we can all be proud of. 

 

We want to transition the world towards a decarbonised and sustainable future. By pushing the boundaries of engineering and technology, we can make it work. We are always on the lookout for future-oriented talent – want to join the ride?

 

We are always on the lookout for a talent with a growth mindset – are you the one?   

   

We are looking for a Manager Commissioning Support with a main responsibility in leading and developing our commissioning support activities The preferred location for this position is Stord, Norway or Hamburg, Germany. We offer a possibility to hybrid work.  
   

Your role and responsibilities   

  

As a Manager Commissioning Support your work will include cooperating closely with our Projects teams in planning our commissioning task, allocate resources needed, and contribute to competence development needed for team. The tasks can also be adjusted based on your individual skills and interests. You’ll be working as a part of Service & Lifecycle Support team with diverse expertise. 

  

Your work will focus on these responsibilities: 

 

• Primary point of contact for commissioning support activities.  
• Lead, develop, coach, and mentor the Lifecycle commissioning coordinators and planners.  
• Drive strategic commissioning planning, resource forecasting, and execution planning. 
• Manage commissioning resources to support business objectives and project delivery.  
• Maintain and continuously improve the SES commissioning resource planning tool, ensuring alignment with the full project portfolio and business requirements. 

  

To be able to succeed in the position, we expect you to have:  

  

• Maritime team leadership, preferably during commissioning 
• Strong knowledge of marine electrical & automation systems 
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 

   

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 that by being your own true self you can accomplish so much more. 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? 

  

We have an amazing team, and we are excited about our work and the impact it has on building sustainable societies. We are looking to find a colleague with this shared passion for smart technologies and a sustainable future. 

   

Contact & next steps   
   

We hope to hear from you soon by submitting your application through our careers portal. We aim to keep you updated on the process throughout. 

 

For further questions, please reach out to Tore Markhus, General Manager Service & Lifecycle Support, through tore.markhus@wartsila.com, +47 +90958753 with any questions related to this position (only for questions from direct job applicants, applications through email will not be recorded or responded to).  

 

Welcome to join us in shaping the decarbonisation of marine and energy! 

 

Last application date: 02/10/2026 

 

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.