COMPANY DESCRIPTION
YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of YTL Power International Berhad, is in the business of producing, wholesaling, trading and retailing of energy; with a primary focus on electricity. As an established player in Singapore's energy sector, it supplies the country's energy needs through its multi-utilities platform. With a licensed generation capacity of 3,100 MW*, it is one of Singapore's largest electricity generators.
The YTL PowerSeraya Group has three subsidiaries: the retail arm under the Geneco brand provides electricity price plans and energy solutions to homes and businesses, PetroSeraya is the fuel management arm of the Group, and Taser Power which operates Taser Power Plant.
Besides being a Plaque of Commendation (GOLD) awardee at the National Trade Union Congress's May Day Awards 2023, YTL PowerSeraya has adopted three Tripartite Standards under the Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices, and has committed to be a fair and progressive employer. To find out more about the organisation, please visit ytlpowerseraya.com.
*As at 4 February 2026, our registered generating capacity with EMA is 2,487 MW.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Performance Engineer (Plant Performance) supports Asset Management and Plant Operations by monitoring, analysing, and optimising plant and equipment performance. The role focuses on improving efficiency, heat rate, output, availability, and resource utilisation through data analysis and performance improvement initiatives, working closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to sustain plant performance and achieve business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyse plant and equipment performance indicators, including efficiency, heat rate, output, availability, and losses, to identify performance gaps and degradation trends.
- Conduct thermodynamic and heatrate calculations to identify efficiency gaps, perform performance analysis and testing, and benchmark and validate equipment and systems against design specifications and expected operating conditions.
- Track and analyse plant performance metrics for gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSGs, generators, and Balanced of Plants systems.
- Identify root causes of performance shortfalls and recommend corrective actions, optimisation measures, and process improvements.
- Support and implement performance improvement initiatives, including operational adjustments, control parameter optimisation, and process enhancements.
- Collaborate closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to align performance insights with daily operations, maintenance strategies, and equipment improvement plans.
- Develop performance reports and dashboards, support evaluation of plant modifications or upgrades, and ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and industry standards.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or Power Engineering.
- Minimum 5 years in power plant performance engineering, preferably in combined cycle plants.
- Strong analytical and data interpretation skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable performance insights.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with crossfunctional teams.
- Selfdriven, proactive, and resultsoriented, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe work practices and emergency preparedness.
- Strong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat balance, and plant control systems.
- Preferred either OEM training or experienced on Siemens gas turbines.
- Preferred with Energy Efficiency or Performance Engineering certifications.
Please note that your application will be sent to and reviewed by the direct employer - YTL PowerSeraya Pte. Limited
