E&I Planner

Orion Engineering Services Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services provider in Dubai is seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrument Planner (Rotation) to minimize maintenance costs and improve equipment availability. The role involves planning maintenance activities, preparing job packs, and liaising with vendors to ensure compliance with health and safety standards. Applicants should have a diploma in Electrical or Instrumentation, relevant experience in planning and the oil and gas industry, and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Secondary education, plus a Diploma or apprenticeship in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Electronics.
• Prior experience as an Electrical or Instrument Technician.
• Specific experience in a maintenance planning role.
• Prior experience working in the oil and gas industry.

Responsibilities

• Review and plan Electrical and Instrumentation work orders.
• Scope and plan maintenance activities.
• Identify manpower requirements and list material needs.
• Prepare and print job packs for scheduled work.
• Create Purchase Requisitions for non-stock materials.
• Ensure required materials are issued to the craft team.
• Manage the return of used or surplus materials.
• Contribute to maintenance plans with the scheduling team.
• Work closely with supervisors and craft teams.
• Liaise with external vendors as required.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ policies.

Skills

Strong written and spoken English

Computer literate

Experience with planning tools such as Primavera

Experience using CMMS systems such as Oracle, Maximo, or SAP

Strong coordination skills

Strong communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Valid UAE Driving License

Education

Diploma or apprenticeship in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Electronics

Tools

MS Office

Primavera

Oracle

Maximo

SAP

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Electrical & Instrument Planner (Rotation)

Department: Onshore Operations

Reporting To: Onshore Maintenance Superintendent

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrument Planner to support onshore operations by minimizing maintenance costs and improving equipment availability. The role focuses on effective planning of maintenance activities by identifying and coordinating the required manpower, materials, tools, and procedures to ensure work is executed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing job packs, ensuring material availability, and supporting Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality (HSEQ) management systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and plan new Electrical and Instrumentation work orders in the maintenance system.
• Scope and plan weekly maintenance activities in coordination with craft supervisors.
• Identify manpower requirements, coordinate with craft teams, and list material needs in line with the scope of work.
• Prepare and print job packs for scheduled work.
• Create Purchase Requisitions (PRs) for non-stock materials and liaise with the warehouse and supply chain to ensure timely material availability.
• Ensure all required materials are issued to the craft team prior to job execution.
• Raise new material requests and follow up on procurement of stock and non-stock items.
• Manage the return of used or surplus materials, including refurbishment and recovery back into stock.
• Contribute to 7-day, 28-day, and 90-day maintenance plans and support correct sequencing with the scheduling team.
• Work closely with supervisors, technicians, planners, engineering, and supply chain teams to ensure integrated planning across onshore operations.
• Liaise with external vendors as required.
• Ensure all activities comply with company HSEQ policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

• Secondary education, plus a Diploma or apprenticeship in Electrical, Instrumentation, or Electronics (equivalent to UK City & Guilds / NVQ / ONC)

Experience:

• Prior experience as an Electrical or Instrument Technician (multidisciplinary experience preferred)
• Specific experience in a maintenance planning role
• Prior experience working in the oil and gas industry is essential

Skills & Competencies

• Strong written and spoken English
• Computer literate with good knowledge of MS Office
• Experience with planning tools such as Primavera
• Experience using CMMS systems such as Oracle, Maximo, or SAP
• Strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills
• Valid UAE Driving License or ability to obtain

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion: we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base and our organization. We welcome a wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, age, and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.