Automation Technician

Looking for a career in an inspiring, international environment where your expertise matters? At Neste, you can work for the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and renewable aviation fuel. We are now looking for an Automation Technician for our maintenance team at TL4 at the Porvoo refinery. We are looking for a professional in the field with a genuine interest in learning new things and developing yourself. We offer a responsible role and the opportunity to develop alongside top professionals in the field and with advanced technology. In the refinery maintenance automation group, you will work with several leading automation experts. The position is full-time and permanent. Together with your expertise, we can do meaningful work to move Neste forward. Join us. We operate in an inspiring and developing business environment as a global pioneer in renewable fuels. We advance Neste’s success by living our values every day: we care, we have courage and we collaborate. We prioritise safety in all our operations and at all our sites. We strive to create a positive and impactful working environment. Change brings new opportunities and fuels our courage and curiosity. As an international company, we support everyone’s development by offering diverse learning and career opportunities. Collaboration is key to us, and we believe in flexible and smart ways of working. In addition, we offer Neste employees in Finland various benefits, including a personnel fund as part of total rewards, good occupational healthcare and membership in an extensive health or insurance fund. We also support leisure activities, for example by offering sports and culture benefits. Where needed, we provide training for required qualifications (ATEX, first aid, etc.) and offer other learning opportunities. The workplace is in Kilpilahti in Porvoo, about a 30–45-minute drive from the Helsinki metropolitan area. More about the role Your role in our team Our team is responsible for the availability of automation systems and field devices, ensuring reliable refinery operations. As an Automation Technician, your duties include carrying out preventive maintenance programmes, troubleshooting, varied maintenance tasks, small modification and development tasks, and participating in projects. Completed work is reported in the maintenance system. The role emphasises close cooperation with various stakeholders, departments and your own team. The best combination for success in these roles A suitable vocational qualification (automation or electrical installer) A safety-focused attitude Good collaboration and communication skills in Finnish An independent approach to work and the ability to cope under pressure in busy situations A development-oriented attitude A desire to grow as a professional in the field We also value Previous experience in automation installation, understanding of automation systems and/or process maintenance Basic English skills When you join us, you become part of a skilled and supportive team. You will receive thorough training for the role and the working environment. Your working hours are regular, and you will not need to travel. How to apply We would like to hear more about you! Please submit your CV, cover letter and salary expectation by 15 November 2026. We may start interviews during the application period as soon as a suitable person is found. If you have questions about the recruitment process or the role, contact Veli-Matti Hasanen, automation supervisor for line TL4, on 0503693836 on weekdays from 08:00 to 15:00. For security and confidentiality reasons, please submit your application only through our recruitment system. Applications sent by email will not be considered. We will do our best to get back to you within two weeks after the application period ends. The process may include an aptitude assessment in addition to interviews. The selected person will undergo a health examination that includes drug testing. A security clearance may also be carried out for the selected person with their consent. Neste in brief Neste (NESTE, Nasdaq Helsinki) is the world’s leading producer of renewable diesel and renewable aviation fuel, with production on three continents. Neste’s strategy focuses on growth in renewable fuels. The company’s annual production capacity for renewable products is expected to grow to 6.8 million tonnes in 2027. Neste also produces high-quality oil products at its Porvoo refinery in Finland. The company has a network of nearly 1,000 service stations, with an expanding range of services that includes electric vehicle charging in Finland and the Baltics. Neste is included in several international sustainability indices. In 2025, Neste’s revenue was EUR 19.0 billion. Read more on Neste’s website.