Foreman – Electrical

ADC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Dubai is seeking a Foreman – Electrical to supervise and coordinate electrical installation and maintenance teams. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with engineering specifications, conducting safety briefings, and serving as a liaison between teams. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Electrical Engineering and 3-5 years of supervisory experience. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience supervising electrical installation and maintenance teams.
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, control panels, and wiring.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of electrical installation teams.
• Conduct safety briefings and enforce health and safety regulations.
• Liaise between electricians, project engineers, and management.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Diploma or technical certification in Electrical Engineering

Job description

SpecialismProject Management / Operations / Strategy

The Foreman – Electrical is responsible for supervising and coordinating the daily activities of electrical installation and maintenance teams, ensuring all work is performed in compliance with engineering specifications, project schedules, and safety standards. This includes overseeing power distribution systems, control panels, wiring, and instrumentation work. The role involves planning and assigning crew tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring correct use of tools and materials to achieve quality and productivity goals. The Foreman conducts safety briefings, enforces adherence to health and safety regulations, and serves as the key liaison between electricians, project engineers, and management. They review electrical drawings and schematics, troubleshoot technical issues, and provide hands-on guidance to resolve challenges quickly. Additionally, the Foreman ensures all installations meet project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.

• Diploma or technical certification in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3-5 years ofexperience supervising electrical installation and maintenance teams
• Strong understanding of electrical systems, power distribution, control panels, and wiring
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
• Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to enforcing health and safety standards on-site
• Excellent communication skills for liaising between technical and management teams
• Experience in fast-paced construction or industrial project environments preferred