Supervisor & Electrical (Data center)

Al Shirawi Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent electrical services provider in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an Electrical Supervisor to oversee the maintenance and operation of electrical systems within a data center. The ideal candidate will manage preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and team leadership while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have strong knowledge of electrical systems and experience in critical environments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to operational excellence and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising electrical systems in critical environments like data centers.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety codes and compliance.
• Ability to manage and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of data center electrical systems.
• Respond to electrical faults and emergencies immediately.
• Coordinate with other teams for optimal operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and local regulations.

Skills

Electrical systems management

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting skills

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Job description

The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for overseeing, supervising, and maintaining all electrical systems within the data center to ensure reliable uptime, operational efficiency, safety, and compliance with standards. The role includes supervision of technicians, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, documentation, and coordination with vendors and project teams.

Key Responsibilities

Electrical Systems Operation & Maintenance

• Supervise and monitor daily operations of data center electrical systems.
• Ensure uninterrupted power supply to all critical equipment.
• Monitor and manage UPS systems, PDUs, switchgear, generators, battery banks, and grounding systems.
• Perform regular inspection and preventive maintenance of all electrical assets.

Troubleshooting & Incident Management

• Respond to electrical faults and emergencies immediately.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues to avoid downtime.
• Maintain incident logs and provide root cause analysis (RCA).

Data Center Infrastructure Support

• Coordinate with mechanical, IT, and facility teams to ensure optimal operations.
• Ensure proper load distribution on electrical panels and racks.
• Verify that electrical installations comply with DC standards (ANSI/TIA-942, Uptime Tier standards).

Supervision & Team Leadership

• Supervise electrical technicians and assign tasks.
• Conduct toolbox talks, training, and ensure strict adherence to safety procedures.
• Evaluate team performance and support skill development.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with electrical safety codes, NFPA, and local regulations.
• Maintain LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures.
• Ensure safety measures for high-voltage work and critical operations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain records of maintenance activities, checklists, and permits.
• Update as-built drawings, load sheets, and asset registers.
• Prepare weekly/monthly reports on electrical systems performance.