Electrical Technician

About the Role
The Electrical Technician works under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor/Engineer to carry out all preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance activities, as well as annual outages and overhauling work on plant equipment. This role demands a strict adherence to safety protocols to ensure the efficient operation of electrical systems in the plant.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring duties are performed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. Comply with safety rules and regulations.
• Perform all maintenance activities in a timely and safe manner in accordance with procedures and work instructions. Document maintenance issues/history for the equipment.
• Report to the Electrical Supervisor/Engineer for spare parts and consumables needed and update the availability of spares to meet maintenance needs.
• Ensure proper isolation protocols are followed before beginning maintenance on each piece of equipment, in coordination with the Electrical Supervisor and local operator.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues, performing maintenance on equipment under jurisdiction, with a strong understanding of electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and protection drawings.
• Install, adjust, inspect, service, and repair various static and rotating electrical equipment utilized in power and desalination plants.
• Carry out all necessary preparation for electrical maintenance on assigned equipment/areas.
• Understand operational equipment and related operating systems.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area (5S housekeeping).
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

• Educational Requirements:
  • Desired: Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a minimum of 4 years as Skilled Electrical Labor in NOMAC plants.
  • Preferred: Bachelor of Engineering.
• Minimum Experience:
  • Minimum of 4 years in a similar position or 4 years as Skilled Electrical Labor in NOMAC plants.
  • Preferably extensive experience as an Electrical Technician in Conventional, Combined Cycle, Cogeneration, Water Desalination Plants (such as RO, MSF, MED), and Renewable Energy Plants (such as Solar, Wind Mills).
• Required Skills:
  • General awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental Management principles.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to efficiently complete objectives.
  • Willingness to work in non-ideal environments (confined spaces, heights, around chemicals).
  • Understanding of safe work practices regarding respiratory protection, elevated work platforms, fall protection, Lockout/Tag-out procedures, fire protection systems, and electrical safety.
  • Knowledge of waste identification, classification, and disposal.
  • Awareness of the environmental and health impacts of chemicals used in the plant.
  • Familiarity with firefighting equipment and first aid measures.
  • Basic knowledge of Power/Water plant operations.
  • Basic computer skills.
• Desired Certifications/Skills/Training:
  • Awareness/working knowledge of ISO9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 is preferred.

Work Conditions

• Must be ready to work in a remote location.