About the Role
The role involves supervising and managing various aspects of electrical construction, particularly in medium voltage (MV) cable laying and associated electrical installations. The position requires a seasoned professional to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications while effectively coordinating with various teams involved in electrical projects within the Oil & Gas sector.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise MV cable laying by direct burial, duct bank, trench, and cable tray, including route survey, trenching, bedding, cable pulling, and backfill.
- Prepare and review cable pulling plans, covering pulling tension, bending radius, and drum handling, along with cable schedules and route layouts.
- Oversee cable jointing and termination by qualified jointers, verifying compliance with manufacturer procedures and approved kits.
- Verify cable identification, tagging, route markers, warning tape, protective tiles, and accurate as-built route records.
- Coordinate with civil teams on trenches, duct banks, road crossings, and utility clearances before excavation starts.
- Coordinate and witness pre-energization testing: insulation resistance, VLF/hipot, sheath integrity, continuity, and phasing.
- Review test results and records, ensuring defects are corrected before energization.
- Support commissioning activities with clients, consultants, and third-party testers.
- Supervise day-to-day electrical installation activities in line with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
- Monitor installation of transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, generators, lighting, and earthing systems.
- Review electrical drawings, method statements, and work procedures before execution.
- Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with quality requirements and inspection and test plans (ITPs).
- Identify technical issues such as route clashes, material delays, and design queries, proposing practical solutions to avoid delays.
- Plan and control materials, including cable drums, accessories, and storage on site.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
- Prepare progress reports, update project management on site activities, and actively participate in project meetings.
- Support project close-out, punch list clearance, and handover documentation.
Qualifications
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in electrical construction, installation, and commissioning.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Industrial, Power, or Infrastructure projects.
- UAE/GCC experience preferred.
- Relevant experience in MV cable laying and electrical infrastructure projects, preferably with hands-on experience in TAQA infrastructure projects.
- Relevant certifications in electrical systems and safety practices are preferred.
Additional Information
- Knowledge of Electrical Power Distribution Systems (HV/LV)
- Familiarity with Transformers, Switchgear, MCCs, and VFDs
- Experience in Cable Laying, Glanding, and Termination
- Knowledge of Lighting and Earthing Systems
- Proficient in Electrical Testing and Commissioning
- Ability to read Electrical Drawings and Single-Line Diagrams
- Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, and ADNOC standards
- Proficient in MS Office and AutoCAD
Department: Services
