About the Role / About the Job
The Electrical Technician works under the direction of the Electrical Supervisor/Engineer to execute all preventive, corrective, and condition-based maintenance activities. This position involves performing maintenance on plant equipment during annual outages and overhauling work activities, with a strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
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Roles & Responsibilities
- Ensure duties are performed in a safe, efficient, and effective manner in compliance with safety regulations.
- Perform all maintenance activities in the plant in a timely and safe manner, strictly adhering to maintenance procedures and work instructions. Document maintenance concerns/history for equipment.
- Report to the Electrical Supervisor/Engineer regarding spare parts and consumables required, and update availability of spares to meet maintenance needs.
- Carry out proper isolations before commencing maintenance on equipment, coordinating with the Electrical Supervisor and local operator.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose problems, and perform maintenance on equipment, demonstrating proficiency in electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and protection schematics.
- Install, adjust, inspect, service, and repair static and rotating electrical equipment used in power and desalination plants.
- Prepare for electrical maintenance on assigned equipment/areas.
- Exhibit working knowledge of equipment operation and associated operating systems.
- Maintain a clean workspace by implementing 5S housekeeping standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Educational Requirements
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering or a minimum of 4 years working as Skilled Electrical Labor in the company plants.
- Preferred: Bachelor of Engineering.
Minimum Experience
- 4 years in the same position or as Skilled Electrical Labor in the company plants for a minimum of 4 years.
Preferable Experience
- Extensive experience as an Electrical Technician in environments such as:
- Conventional Power Plants
- Combined Cycle Power Plants
- Cogeneration Plants
- Water Desalination Plants (e.g., RO, MSF, MED)
- Renewable Energy Plants (e.g., Solar, Wind)
Required Skills
- Awareness of Quality, Occupational Health & Safety, and Environmental Management system principles.
- Ability to work independently and in teams, efficiently completing objectives with accountability.
- Willingness to work in challenging environments, such as confined spaces or at heights, and around chemicals.
- Understanding and enforcement of safe work practices, including respiratory protection, elevated work platforms, fall protection, hazardous energy control (Lockout/Tag-out procedure), fire protection systems, electrical safety, and PPE usage.
- Knowledge of waste identification, classification, and disposal procedures.
- Understanding the environmental and health impacts of chemicals used in the plant.
- Familiarity with firefighting equipment and first aid measures.
- Basic knowledge of power and water plant operational activities.
- Basic computer skills.
Desired Certifications / Job Specific Skills / Training
- Awareness or working knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, and OHSAS 18001 is preferred.
Work Condition
- Must be ready to work in a remote location.
