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About the Role This position involves supervising the installation and commissioning of electrical systems, specifically focused on medium voltage (MV) cable laying and related activities in the Oil & Gas sector. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with engineering standards and safety practices, and coordinate with various stakeholders to support project advancement. Key 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, and verify 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, and ensure 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, and propose 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 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 related infrastructure projects. - Relevant certifications in electrical systems and safety practices are preferred. Additional Information - Electrical Power Distribution Systems (HV/LV) - Transformers, Switchgear, MCCs, and VFDs - Cable Laying, Glanding, and Termination - Lighting and Earthing Systems - Electrical Testing and Commissioning - Reading Electrical Drawings and Single-Line Diagrams - Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, and relevant standards - Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD
