Electrical Technician- G3

ENGIE COFELY ENERGY SERVICES LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Electrical Technician to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of electrical infrastructure. In this role, you will be responsible for O&M activities, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Your expertise in interpreting electrical drawings and utilizing test tools will be essential in maintaining high asset uptime. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety and excellence in service delivery, where your contributions will play a crucial role in supporting vital electrical systems across a prominent location.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in electrical operations and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and SCADA data.
• Familiarity with local and international electrical standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform O&M activities for electrical systems including transformers and SCADA.
• Conduct inspections and log asset performance in CMMS.
• Participate in emergency responses related to electrical faults.

Skills

Electrical Drawing Interpretation

Electrical Test Tools Proficiency

Protection Relays Knowledge

Safety Around Energized Equipment

Reporting and Troubleshooting

Knowledge of Electrical Standards

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Basic Electrical Safety Certification

Lockout Tagout (LOTO) Certification

Work at Height Certification

First Aid Certification

SCADA & Substation Safety Certification

Tools

Multimeter

Megger

Job description

Diploma, Bachelor of Technology/Engineering (Electrical)

Job Description

Job purpose:

Responsible for the operation and maintenance (O&M) of electrical infrastructure across Yas Island, including 11kV substations, RMUs, feeder panels, transformers, SCADA, protection relays, street lighting, and LV/MV networks. Electricians shall ensure asset uptime, respond to failures, and carry out preventive and corrective maintenance activities in compliance with SLA, HSE, and KPI frameworks.

Key responsibilities:

1. Perform O&M activities for electrical systems such as transformers, splice switches, RMUs, feeder panels, ACBs, VCBs, SCADA terminals, and lighting assets.
2. Conduct technical rounds, inspections, and log asset performance in CMMS.
3. Execute planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and attend reactive/corrective breakdowns.
4. Participate in emergency and contingency responses related to electrical faults.
5. Maintain compliance with electrical design, operational manuals, and approved switching procedures.
6. Escalate faults, defects, and near misses as per site escalation protocols.
7. Ensure compliance with QHSE standards, risk assessments, and use of PPE.
8. Guide junior technicians in safety and best practices (G1 & G2).
9. Interface with other departments (mechanical, HVAC, civil) during cross-functional troubleshooting.
10. Perform energy metering, lighting control, earthing verification, and cable routing inspections.

Desired Candidate Profile

Criteria:

• Years of Experience: 2–4 years
• Main Scope: Assist G2, handle basic repairs
• System Access: Restricted access, supervised
• SCADA/Relay Tasks: Report anomalies
• Reporting: Support daily checklists

Skills required:

- Ability to read electrical drawings and interpret SCADA data.
- Proficient in the use of electrical test tools (multimeter, megger, etc.).
- Familiarity with protection relays, feeder automation, and cable terminations.
- Ability to work safely around energized equipment.
- Strong reporting, escalation, and troubleshooting ability.
- Knowledge of local and international electrical standards (DEWA/ADDC/IEC/BS).

Qualification:

- Diploma or Technical Certificate in Electrical Engineering or equivalent trade.
- Certifications: Basic Electrical Safety, Lockout Tagout (LOTO), Work at Height, First Aid, SCADA & Substation Safety (for G1).

Note: The latter part of the description regarding the company and contact details appears to be irrelevant to the job role and can be omitted for clarity and focus.