Electrical Technician

Job Summary

Responsible for installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems and equipment to ensure safe, reliable operations. Performs preventive maintenance, responds to breakdowns, and supports upgrades/projects while complying with electrical safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair LV electrical systems: lighting, power distribution, sockets, panels, DBs, cable trays, conduits, earthing, and small power.

• Diagnose electrical faults using test instruments (multimeter, clamp meter, insulation tester/megger) and restore service quickly.

• Perform preventive maintenance on switchgear, breakers, contactors, relays, motors, VFDs (basic), and control circuits.

• Read and interpret drawings: single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, panel layouts, and method statements.

• Carry out cable termination, glandings, jointing (as applicable), and continuity/IR testing.

• Support generators/UPS/ATS basic checks (where required): alarms, changeover, battery status, and visual inspections.

• Ensure compliance with LOTO, permit-to-work, and electrical safety procedures; use PPE correctly.

• Maintain work logs, checklists, and report recurring issues/root causes to supervisor.

• Coordinate with other trades and vendors during shutdowns, breakdowns, and project works.

• Maintain housekeeping in electrical rooms, ensure clear access, labeling, and safe storage of tools/material.

• Identify spare parts needs and assist with inventory control.

Requirements (Qualifications & Experience)

• ITI/Diploma in Electrical (or equivalent vocational certification).

• 2–5 years’ experience in maintenance/installation (facilities, industrial, MEP, utilities, or construction).

• Good knowledge of LV systems (single-phase/three-phase), panels/DBs, and basic motor/control circuits.

• Ability to troubleshoot independently and follow drawings/specs.

Preferred

• UAE/GCC experience in facilities/MEP.

• Experience with VFDs, BMS interface basics, MCCs, or industrial controls (advantage).

• Familiarity with DEWA/ADDC/SEWA standards (advantage, depending on emirate).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting and fault-finding

• Safety-first mindset (LOTO/PTW)

• Communication and teamwork

• Time management, ability to work under pressure

• Basic documentation and reporting