Electrical Technician Offshore Shutdown Project

Job Description :

The Electrical Technician performs installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems during offshore shutdowns, ensuring safe and efficient operations in hazardous environments.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Shutdown Electrical Works :

o Execute preventive / corrective maintenance on HV / LV systems (switchgear, transformers, motors, UPS).

o Install / test cable trays, conduits, junction boxes, and lighting systems.

o Troubleshoot motor control circuits, VFDs, and protection relays.

2. HSE Compliance :

o Follow QatarEnergy (QP) electrical safety rules (LOTO, arc flash prevention).

o Conduct insulation resistance (IR), megger, and continuity tests.

3. Testing & Commissioning :

o Perform loop checks, relay calibration, and thermographic inspections.

o Assist in energization / de-energization of critical systems.

4. Documentation :

o Update electrical logs, test reports, and as-built drawings.

o Report defects using CMMS (SAP, Maximo).

5. Coordination :

o Work with instrumentation / mechanical teams for integrated shutdown tasks.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience :

• Education : Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Trade Certification.
• Certifications (Mandatory) :

o COMPEX (Ex01-Ex04) for hazardous areas.

o BOSIET / HUET, OPITO H2S / BA.

o HV / LV Switching Certification.

o 5+ years in offshore oil & gas electrical maintenance, with 3+ years in shutdowns.

o Familiarity with QP, Shell, or TotalEnergies standards.

o Proficiency in PLC basics, motor controls, and electrical drawings.

o Knowledge of IEC / API / NEC standards.