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.
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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.
