Graduate Engineer Trainee – Warehouse Operations

About the role

Wärtsilä is looking for a motivated Graduate Engineer Trainee to support the Warehouse Supervisor in daily operations at its BelAir site in Senegal. This entry‑level position offers hands‑on experience in logistics, inventory management and continuous improvement of warehouse processes.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records, resolve discrepancies and ensure data consistency across SAP and Maximo.
• Plan and coordinate receipt, storage and dispatch of goods while complying with safety standards.
• Identify parts, manage code resolution compliance and optimise warehouse layout for efficiency.
• Lead periodic physical inventory checks, reconciliation and support stock‑taking audits.
• Monitor minimum and maximum stock levels, generate purchase requirements and assist indirect procurement.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve delivery and documentation issues.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives and uphold 5S and EHS practices.
• Handle documentation and compliance for dangerous goods, chemicals and electronics according to MSDS guidelines.
• Ensure inventory turnover, shelf‑life compliance and proper disposal of obsolete materials.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a recognised university in Senegal with a good academic record.
• Internship or practical exposure in mechanical maintenance is preferred.
• Detail‑oriented, motivated and able to work in a team environment.

Required skills

• SAP
• Maximo
• MSDS compliance
• 5S methodology
• EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) practices