Senior Electrical Technician - Shutdown & Maintenance

Swan Global; Mesaieed; On-site; QAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Global is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to perform shutdown-focused electrical maintenance, repair, and installation at an oil & gas, petrochemical, or refinery site. You will troubleshoot motors, switchgear, MCC panels, lighting, and perform cable termination and testing under tight shutdown schedules.

Applicants should hold a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, have at least 10 years in oil & gas or refinery projects, and mandatory shutdown experience.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or refinery projects.
• Mandatory shutdown experience in similar industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety, isolation procedures, and permit-to-work systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and single-line diagrams.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical maintenance, installation, and repair activities on motors, switchgear, MCC panels, and lighting systems.
• Perform cable glanding, termination, and continuity testing in accordance with project requirements.
• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems and control circuits to ensure safe operation.
• Assist in pre-commissioning and shutdown-related electrical tasks as directed by the supervisor or engineer.
• Follow all HSE guidelines and participate in toolbox talks and permit-to-work systems.
• Ensure safe isolation, tagging, and verification procedures are implemented before starting any work.
• Support in testing electrical systems and documenting inspection results.
• Report defects, unsafe conditions, and maintenance issues promptly to the immediate supervisor.

Skills

Hands-on electrical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Electrical safety

Reading electrical drawings

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Swan Global is seeking an experienced Electrical Technician to perform shutdown-focused electrical maintenance, repair, and installation at an oil & gas, petrochemical, or refinery site. You will troubleshoot motors, switchgear, MCC panels, lighting, and perform cable termination and testing under tight shutdown schedules.

Applicants should hold a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, have at least 10 years in oil & gas or refinery projects, and mandatory shutdown experience.