Job Title : Electrical Technician Offshore Shutdown Project
Location : Qatar (Offshore North Field, Ras Laffan, Halul Island)
Industry : Oil & Gas (Shutdowns / Turnarounds)
Employment Type : Contract (3-6 months, extendable)
Rotation : 42 / 42 (extended projects)
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 :
- Shutdown Electrical Works :
- Execute preventive / corrective maintenance on HV / LV systems (switchgear, transformers, motors, UPS).
- Install / test cable trays, conduits, junction boxes, and lighting systems .
- Troubleshoot motor control circuits, VFDs, and protection relays .
- Follow QatarEnergy (QP) electrical safety rules (LOTO, arc flash prevention).
- Conduct insulation resistance (IR), megger, and continuity tests .
- Perform loop checks, relay calibration, and thermographic inspections .
- Assist in energization / de-energization of critical systems.
- Update electrical logs, test reports, and as-built drawings .
- Report defects using CMMS (SAP, Maximo) .
- Work with instrumentation / mechanical teams for integrated shutdown tasks.
Qualifications & Experience :
Education : Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Trade Certification.Certifications (Mandatory) :COMPEX (Ex01-Ex04) for hazardous areas.BOSIET / HUET, OPITO H2S / BA .HV / LV Switching Certification .5+ years in offshore oil & gas electrical maintenance , with 3+ years in shutdowns .Familiarity with QP, Shell, or TotalEnergies standards .Proficiency in PLC basics, motor controls, and electrical drawings .Knowledge of IEC / API / NEC standards .Market Wage in Qatar (2025) :
Daily Rate : $300 / day (varies by certifications) :Junior Technicians : $300 / day (contractors).Senior Technicians (COMPEX Certified) : $450 / day (QP / Qatargas projects).Rotation & Work Conditions :
Work Schedule : 12-hour shifts (day / night), 7 days / week during shutdown peaks.Demand : High due to Qatars LNG expansion and aging facility upgrades .