Electrical Supervisor (Nuclear)

Confidential Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company is looking for an Electrical Supervisor based in Abu Dhabi. The role involves overseeing maintenance activities at a Nuclear Power Plant, ensuring adherence to safety standards and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, at least 2 years of nuclear outage experience, and strong leadership skills. The position demands commitment to quality management and proactive safety practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Nuclear Power Plant outage experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in electrical maintenance.
• Ability to complete required safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Guide the execution of defined scope maintenance activities.
• Support initiatives to reduce operating and maintenance costs.
• Provide experienced technical guidance during complex troubleshooting.

Skills

Ability to interpret international maintenance standards

Broad experience in nuclear and power plant maintenance

Strong leadership and team management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to perform under outage and shutdown pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Primavera

Job description

Job Purpose

To provide guidance and the highest level of supervisory skills and technical knowledge for maintenance scope activities, complex troubleshooting, engineering evaluations, operability determinations, operational decision‑making issues, and temporary modifications during the planning, execution, and post‑closeout phases of Electrical inspection and overhaul activities at a Nuclear Power Plant. The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, operating policies, nuclear safety standards, industrial safety requirements, and environmental protection standards while supporting overall business performance objectives.

Key Accountabilities

Maintenance Execution

• Guide the execution of defined scope maintenance activities to improve reliability and plant performance.
• Support initiatives to reduce operating and maintenance costs while maintaining compliance with plant design basis and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical expertise during the identification, investigation, and resolution of off‑normal equipment conditions.
• Preserve equipment design margins and ensure safe plant operation.
• Provide experienced technical guidance during complex troubleshooting activities.
• Control and support major equipment maintenance windows and outage schedules.
• Assist Shutdown Management during outage execution activities.
• Prioritize maintenance activities to optimize resource utilization.
• Report maintenance and component work results to engineering management.

Planning and Productivity

• Plan, organize, and execute work activities within defined scope requirements.
• Achieve required productivity and performance targets.
• Control overtime utilization.
• Optimize manpower and maintenance resources.
• Ensure completion of activities within planned schedules.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure quality standards are achieved through proper implementation of approved quality procedures.
• Advise quality engineers and section engineers on workmanship concerns and procedural issues.
• Support resolution of quality‑related issues.
• Ensure compliance with nuclear industry quality requirements.

Team Leadership

• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings, pre‑job briefings, and safety communications.
• Manage first‑line disciplinary, grievance, and performance management matters.
• Demonstrate leadership capabilities while supervising electrical maintenance activities.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and safe working practices.

Staff Training & Development

• Provide feedback regarding training program effectiveness.
• Evaluate technician performance to support qualification programs.
• Assist in developing workforce competency and technical capability.

Reporting

• Provide regular updates regarding work progress, technical issues, and project status.
• Ensure accurate reporting of maintenance activities and outage progress.

Health, Safety, and Security (HSE)

• Follow all HSE policies, procedures, and instructions.
• Ensure compliance with sound management practices and nuclear safety requirements.
• Exercise reasonable care for personal safety and the safety of others.
• Protect the environment and company assets.

Security

• Follow all corporate security policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with site security requirements.
• Support crisis management and business continuity requirements.

People Management

• Contribute to workforce development initiatives.
• Support knowledge sharing and capability development programs.
• Assist in developing team competencies and operational effectiveness.

Excellence and Quality Management

• Promote continuous improvement and elimination of waste.
• Support innovation, teamwork, and problem‑solving initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Strive to exceed quality standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Demonstrate commitment to operational excellence and nuclear industry best practices.

Job Context

The Electrical Supervisor must be competent in understanding scope requirements and ensuring work activities are executed safely, efficiently, and without adverse impact on plant operations.

Boundaries

Decision‑Making Authority

• Includes manpower deployment, material requisitions, and daily work execution decisions within approved scope.

Decision‑Making

• Limited decision‑making authority within assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Nuclear Power Plant outage experience.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience in electrical maintenance activities on both primary and secondary plant systems.
• Experience in general maintenance of plant equipment within a nuclear power environment.

Job‑Specific Skills

• Ability to interpret and apply international maintenance standards.
• Broad experience in nuclear and power plant maintenance activities.
• Knowledge of valve operations and heavy lifting activities.
• Familiarity with SAP and Primavera systems.
• Ability to make complex technical decisions.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform under outage and shutdown pressure environments.
• Effective coordination with multiple departments.
• Thorough knowledge of nuclear and power plant safety procedures and practices.
• Ability to obtain approved Permit Holder certification.
• Ability to complete required safety certifications, including Confined Space Entry, High Radiation Exposure Awareness, and Generic.

Generic Skills

• Decision Making and Problem Solving
• Planning and Organizing
• Work Prioritization
• Coordination of Activities
• Scheduling
• Time Management

Core Competencies

• Planning & Organizing
• Time Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Leadership & People Management
• Communication Skills
• Proactive Approach
• Performance Management