Electrical Maintenance Engineer (High Voltage)

Enova by Veolia; Al Ain; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Enova by Veolia is seeking an Electrical Engineer with strong high voltage experience for operations and maintenance in a facility management environment. The role focuses on safe, reliable, and efficient electrical system operation while leading teams and upholding top HSEQ standards.

Responsibilities include leading HV maintenance, coordinating with FM teams, and delivering technical reports. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in HV O&M within FM and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in high voltage systems (e.g., substations, transformers, switchgear).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in operations and maintenance within facility management.
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ standards and electrical safety regulations.
• Experience in team leadership or supervisory roles.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and fault diagnosis in HV systems.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high voltage electrical systems.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure reliability.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements for energy optimization.
• Lead and supervise a team of technicians and contractors.
• Coordinate with FM teams, clients, and stakeholders on maintenance schedules and projects.
• Prepare technical reports, maintenance records, and investigations.

Skills

HV systems

Team leadership

Electrical safety

Fault diagnosis

CAFM systems

Communication

PTW/LOTO

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAFM software

Job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Engineer with strong high voltage experience in operations and maintenance within a facility management environment. The role is responsible for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical systems while leading teams and maintaining the highest HSEQ standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high voltage (HV) electrical systems.
• Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure system reliability and minimal downtime.
• Monitor system performance and implement improvements for operational efficiency and energy optimization.
• Lead and supervise a team of technicians and contractors, ensuring tasks are completed effectively and safely.
• Coordinate with FM teams, clients, and stakeholders on maintenance schedules, shutdowns, and projects.
• Provide technical guidance, training, and performance feedback to team members.
• Prepare technical reports, maintenance records, and incident investigations.
• Manage emergency response and ensure timely resolution of electrical faults and failures.
• Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments, toolbox talks, and safety audits for all electrical activities.
• Enforce safe systems of work, including permit-to-work (PTW) and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Identify hazards, report incidents/near misses, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the team and ensure adherence to regulatory and client requirements.
• Ensure all maintenance activities meet quality standards and statutory compliance.

Qualifications, Experience, Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in high voltage systems (e.g., substations, transformers, switchgear).
• Minimum 7 years of experience in operations and maintenance within facility management.
• Strong knowledge of HSEQ standards and electrical safety regulations.
• Experience in team leadership or supervisory roles.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and fault diagnosis in HV systems.
• Familiarity with CAFM systems is an advantage.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.