Sr Electrician Technician

ALLIED D C I BUILDING CONTRACTING L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ALLIED D C I BUILDING CONTRACTING L.L.C in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Electrician to supervise and execute electrical installations on civil and MEP projects, ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specs, and safety procedures.

You will lead cable tray/ladder, conduit, and containment installations, perform testing and fault finding, coordinate with site teams, support QA/QC inspections, and guarantee quality workmanship and timely handover in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• ITI / Technical Diploma or relevant electrical trade qualification.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical installation works within Civil and MEP construction projects.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a Senior Electrician or equivalent role.
• Strong hands-on experience in commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or data center construction projects is preferred.
• UAE/GCC construction site experience is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of electrical installation practices and site execution.

Responsibilities

• Execute electrical installation works in accordance with approved shop drawings and project specifications
• Install cable trays cable ladders trunking conduits and electrical containment systems
• Perform cable pulling dressing glanding termination and connection works
• Install lighting fixtures switches socket outlets isolators and distribution boards
• Assist in the installation of MDB SMDB DB electrical panels and related equipment
• Carry out electrical wiring for lighting power and control systems
• Perform earthing and bonding installations
• Ensure all electrical installations are properly aligned secured and completed as per project requirements
• Read and understand electrical layouts shop drawings wiring diagrams and single-line diagrams
• Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults during installation and testing
• Perform continuity insulation resistance and other electrical tests using appropriate testing instruments
• Assist in pre-commissioning testing and commissioning activities
• Report technical issues and site discrepancies to the immediate supervisor
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of electrical tools and testing equipment
• Coordinate daily electrical activities with the Senior Electrical Supervisor and other site teams
• Guide and assist electricians and helpers during installation activities
• Support daily manpower allocation and work execution
• Ensure materials are properly utilized and report shortages to the supervisor
• Maintain good housekeeping and ensure completed works are protected from damage
• Report daily work progress and pending activities to the immediate supervisor
• Maintain proper workmanship and installation standards
• Rectify installation defects and inspection comments as instructed
• Support QA QC inspections and consultant requirements
• Ensure proper identification labeling and dressing of cables and electrical equipment
• Follow all company and project HSE policies and procedures
• Wear appropriate PPE during all site activities
• Follow electrical isolation and Lockout Tagout LOTO procedures
• Ensure electrical tools and equipment are in safe working condition
• Immediately report unsafe conditions electrical hazards and incidents

Skills

Electrical installation

Cable tray installation

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting faults

Education

ITI / Technical Diploma or relevant electrical trade qualification

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation resistance testers

Job description

Key Responsibilities

A Electrical Installation Site Execution

Execute electrical installation works in accordance with approved shop drawings and project specifications Install cable trays cable ladders trunking conduits and electrical containment systems Perform cable pulling dressing glanding termination and connection works Install lighting fixtures switches socket outlets isolators and distribution boards Assist in the installation of MDB SMDB DB electrical panels and related equipment Carry out electrical wiring for lighting power and control systems Perform earthing and bonding installations Ensure all electrical installations are properly aligned secured and completed as per project requirements

B Technical Troubleshooting Activities

Read and understand electrical layouts shop drawings wiring diagrams and single-line diagrams Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults during installation and testing Perform continuity insulation resistance and other electrical tests using appropriate testing instruments Assist in pre-commissioning testing and commissioning activities Report technical issues and site discrepancies to the immediate supervisor Ensure proper use and maintenance of electrical tools and testing equipment

C Site Coordination Team Support

Coordinate daily electrical activities with the Senior Electrical Supervisor and other site teams Guide and assist electricians and helpers during installation activities Support daily manpower allocation and work execution Ensure materials are properly utilized and report shortages to the supervisor Maintain good housekeeping and ensure completed works are protected from damage Report daily work progress and pending activities to the immediate supervisor

D Quality Control

Ensure all electrical installation works meet approved drawings and project specifications Maintain proper workmanship and installation standards Rectify installation defects and inspection comments as instructed Support QA QC inspections and consultant requirements Ensure proper identification labeling and dressing of cables and electrical equipment

E Health Safety Environment

Follow all company and project HSE policies and procedures Wear appropriate PPE during all site activities Follow electrical isolation and Lockout Tagout LOTO procedures Ensure electrical tools and equipment are in safe working condition Immediately report unsafe conditions electrical hazards and incidents Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Qualifications & Experience

• ITI / Technical Diploma or relevant electrical trade qualification.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical installation works within Civil and MEP construction projects.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a Senior Electrician or equivalent role.
• Strong hands-on experience in commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or data center construction projects is preferred.
• UAE/GCC construction site experience is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of electrical installation practices and site execution.

4. Technical Skills & Competencies

• Practical experience in cable tray, cable ladder, trunking, and conduit installation.
• Good knowledge of cable pulling, glanding, termination, and wiring.
• Experience in installing lighting, power outlets, isolators, and distribution boards.
• Knowledge of MDB, SMDB, DB, earthing, and bonding systems.
• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with electrical testing instruments, including multimeters and insulation resistance testers.
• Knowledge of electrical safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot basic electrical faults.