1ST W/K ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

NMDC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading marine construction company in the UAE is seeking a 1st Watchkeeping Electrical Engineer to supervise electrical maintenance and installation on cutter suction dredgers. The role demands a proactive approach in ensuring compliance with maritime safety regulations while leading technical teams in diagnosing and resolving electrical issues. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering and at least 10 years of experience in the marine industry, along with STCW Certification.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Attractive employee benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of related work experience in marine or heavy industrial fields.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical crews for operational maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with maritime safety regulations.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults onboard dredgers.
• Prepare and maintain electrical documentation.

Skills

Electrical system maintenance

Root cause analysis

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent ETO Certificate

STCW Certification

Job description

1st Watchkeeping Electrical Engineer for Cutter Suction Dredger.

Responsibilities

To supervise Electrical crews involved in Operational Maintenance, Dry dock major maintenance and installation of electrical equipment onboard fleet units.

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of electrical systems on board Marine units and associated equipment.

To support in executing efficient repair and maintenance services to maintain NMDC Group equipment in a state of optimal availability for production and minimal downtime.

Plan, supervise & monitor maintenance programs to ensure that equipment required for mobilization plans are in a reliable operating condition.

Review technical specifications/requests prepared for purchase of new equipment, consumables, spare parts, etc. needed to meet operation requirements and maintain dredger reliable operation.

Compliance in accordance with Company policies & procedures, Integrity & Code of Conduct and HSE standards.

Ensure electrical systems comply with all relevant maritime safety regulations and classification society standards.

Conduct inspections, prepare maintenance schedules, and oversee electrical preventive maintenance programs. contributing to reliable dredger operation and minimal downtime

Diagnose and resolve electrical faults onboard dredgers and associated equipment.

Prepare and maintain electrical documentation, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and maintenance manuals required for maintenance tasks onboard.

Efficiently cooperate and discuss operational aspects and challenges with Shift Engineer and Chief Engineer exploring improvement options for equipment onboard.

Leading the team in diagnosing and solving electrical issues or system failures and guiding them through complex challenges to find effective approach and solutions.

Regularly reviewing the progress of tasks, ensuring the quality of work meets marine standards, and providing constructive feedback to team members to enhance performance.

Investigate incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and propose proactive and preventive measures.

Identify hazards in the electrical division onboard, actively monitor compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements, and implement appropriate control measures to ensure safety and regulatory compliance in the engine room and auxiliary equipment rooms.

Ensure the execution of basic and instant electrical retrofit & upgrade on board. Aiming for optimal ,reliable operation and minimal downtime for fleet units.

Report on daily basis to Technical Electrical Superintendent for specific electrical-related activities onboard.

Adhere to the defined policies and procedures of the Fleet Management Department and NMDC Group policy.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, or equivalent ETO Certificate.

STCW Certification

Minimum 10 years of related work experience in marine or heavy industrial fields.

About Us

DEVELOP YOUR CAREER WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS

NMDC Group is always looking for talented individuals to join our team. We know that our people are fundamental to our success as a business, which is why we support their career development and personal wellbeing in every way we can.

NMDC Group offers an environment where every employee can thrive and reach their professional potential. Nothing is more important to us than ensuring every employee feels valued and respected in their roles, and able to progress in their career through training, mentorship, and educational opportunities.

With a wide range of attractive employee benefits and competitive salaries, we have created a workplace defined by its culture, and made by its people. If you have a passion for EPC and marine construction and want to work on some of the region’s most exciting projects, find your next challenge with us.

Job Info

• Job Identification 1518
• Job Category Engine Crew - DM
• Posting Date 01/07/2026, 04:31 AM
• Apply Before 02/28/2026, 04:31 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Working Site Office - UAE (6 - 12)