Electrical Technician

Duruper; Kuwait City; On-site; KWD 3,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Kuwait City seeks an experienced Electrical Technician to troubleshoot and maintain various electrical equipment in the Oil & Gas sector. Candidates need 5+ years of related experience and a Diploma in Electrical Engineering. This role involves performing preventive maintenance and adhering to safety protocols. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in troubleshooting and repairing electrical equipment.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, Refinery, or Process Plants.
• Ability to comply with safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical equipment such as motors, generators, and transformers.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance as per schedules.
• Diagnose electrical faults using testing tools.

Skills

Troubleshooting electrical equipment

Maintenance of electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Emergency maintenance

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

2-Year Industrial Trade Certificate

Job description

Job Description

The Electrical Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and overhauling various electrical equipment used in Oil & Gas, Refinery, and Process Plant facilities. The role ensures the safe and reliable operation of electrical systems to support continuous plant operations.

Experience: 5 - 10 years

Salary: USD 670 - 674/month

Location: KUWAIT CITY, Kuwait

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting, repair, and overhauling of electrical equipment such as motors, generators, switchgear, transformers, breakers, control panels, and UPS systems.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance as per schedules and standards.
• Diagnose electrical faults using testing tools and measuring instruments.
• Assist in installation, commissioning, and testing of electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensure proper maintenance of wiring, cabling, and electrical connections.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and equipment history records.
• Support shutdown, turnaround, and emergency electrical maintenance works.
• Comply with all safety procedures, lock‑out/tag‑out (LOTO), and permit‑to‑work systems.
• Coordinate with supervisors and other technical teams for smooth operations.

Mandatory Requirements

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in troubleshooting, repair, and overhauling of electrical equipment in Oil & Gas, Refinery, or Process Plants.

OR

• 10th Standard + 2‑Year Industrial Trade Certificate
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in troubleshooting, repair, and overhauling of electrical equipment in Oil & Gas, Refinery, or Process Plants.