About the Role
The Electrical Technician works under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor / Engineer to execute all preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance activities. This role encompasses annual outages and overhauling work activities on plant equipment with strict adherence to safety protocols.
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Roles & Responsibilities
- Ensure duties are performed safely, efficiently, and effectively, while complying with safety rules and regulations.
- Execute maintenance activities in a timely manner with strict adherence to maintenance procedures and work instructions, documenting maintenance concerns and history for equipment.
- Report to Electrical Supervisor / Engineer regarding spare parts and consumables required, updating availability to meet maintenance needs.
- Conduct proper isolations before commencing maintenance activities on equipment, in coordination with the Electrical Supervisor and local operator.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose problems, and perform maintenance on equipment. Possess strong knowledge of electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and protection drawings related to the equipment.
- Install, adjust, inspect, service, and repair both static and rotating electrical equipment used in power and desalination plants.
- Prepare areas and equipment for electrical maintenance in accordance with assignments.
- Maintain a working knowledge of equipment operation and associated systems.
- Perform 5S housekeeping in the area of work.
- Undertake additional duties as assigned.
Educational Requirements
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a minimum of 4 years of experience as a Skilled Electrical Laborer in power plants.
- Preferred: Bachelor of Engineering.
Minimum Experience
- At least 4 years in a similar position or as a Skilled Electrical Laborer in power plants.
- Preferable: Extensive experience as an Electrical Technician in one of the following: Conventional plants, Combined cycle, Cogeneration, Water Desalination Plants (RO, MSF, MED, etc.), and Renewable Energy plants (Solar, Wind Mills, etc.).
Required Skills
- General awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environment Management principles.
- Ability to work independently and in a team, completing objectives efficiently with a sense of responsibility.
- Willingness to work in non-ideal environments, such as confined spaces, heights, and around chemicals.
- Knowledge of safe work practices, including respiratory protection, fall protection, energy control procedures, fire protection systems, electrical safety, and PPE usage.
- Familiarity with waste identification, classification, and disposal.
- Awareness of environmental and health impacts of chemicals in the plant.
- Knowledge of firefighting equipment and basic first aid measures.
- Basic understanding of Power/Water plant operational activities and basic computer skills.
Desired Certification / Job Specific Skills / Training
- Awareness or working knowledge of ISO9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001 standards is preferred.
Work Condition
- Ready to work in a remote location.
