Electrical Foreman MRO

International Maritime Industries; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company in Saudi Arabia seeks a skilled Foreman, Electrical to supervise and coordinate electrical activities on ships and rigs. The ideal candidate will have at least 9 years of experience in shipyard or offshore projects, a technical secondary education, and a strong knowledge of electrical systems. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, allocating resources effectively, and mentoring staff. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focusing on safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical secondary school is mandatory.
• E&I related professional qualifications or relevant.
• Minimum 9 years of experience in shipyard/ship repair/Offshore.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily electrical activities onboard ships and rigs.
• Coordinate the isolation of electrical systems and equipment installation.
• Plan daily manpower allocation and shift schedules to meet productivity targets.
• Conduct daily toolbox talks and ensure safety practices are followed.
• Mentor Chargehands and tradesmen in safe work practices.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical systems

Experience with ICCP cathodic protection

Offshore project management

Troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of electrical schematic drawings

Time management

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Technical secondary school diploma

Tools

Multimeter

Basic tools for electrical work

Job description

JOB PURPOSE / OBJECTIVE

The Foreman, Electrical is responsible for supervising and coordinating daily electrical activities onboard ships and rigs and at workshop. This role ensures that all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and the International Maritime Industries Management System (IMIMS). The Foreman works closely with Electrical Supervisors, Electrical Chargehands, Electricians and other supporting trades, QC, Safety and other departments to monitor progress, manage manpower, and address site issues, ensuring timely and successful completion of assigned scopes.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Ensure all work activities are carried out in strict compliance with IMI Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and the International Maritime Industries Management System (IMIMS). Receive job scope, priorities, and workforce planning instructions from the Supervisor; ensure proper distribution of work among Chargehands and tradesmen. Supervise all aspects of onboard electrical systems isolation Lockout and Tagout, installation of new electrical equipment cable pulling and terminations including loop checks, switchboards, MCC, disconnection of various electrical motors and alternators, ICCP cathodic protection, A/C repairs and other E&I works ensuring tasks are executed to the specified technical and safety standards. Lead 2-3 welding chargehands with their teams’ tradesmen distributing tasks efficiently and monitoring workmanship and time usage. Demonstrate strong understanding of electrical schematics, single line diagrams, materials, basic tools, multimeters. Coordinate the Workfront progress with internal stakeholders including QC and Safety. Plan daily manpower allocation and shift schedules to ensure productivity targets are met and critical path activities are prioritized.

Conduct daily toolbox talks, ensure PTWs are in place, and verify that all crew members are using proper PPE and safety practices. Identify scope variations, additional works, or constraints (e.g., access, material shortage) and expedite promptly to the Supervisor. Verify work completion through daily inspections, record progress, and ensure all documentation is up to date. Guide and mentor Chargehands and tradesmen including subcontractors in safe work practices, quality awareness, and productivity improvement. Ensure proper housekeeping onboard, including waste removal, scrap management, and restoring work areas to clean conditions at shift end. Coordinate the shift handover process, ensuring accurate communication of work status, pending items, and safety concerns to incoming teams. Support training, multi‑skilling, and development programs for assigned personnel to improve capability and performance. Facilitate training and development of tradesmen personnel whenever it is required. Visit regularly project work whether in workshop, onboard, in docks, or other open areas where electrical activities are taking place to check on progress and give technical advice and guidance. Ensure all control measures are in place for safety, environmental aspects and housekeeping. Perform other related duties as per line manager direction.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Education

Completion of a technical secondary school is mandatory.

Professional Qualifications (Certifications & Accreditations)

E&I related professional qualifications or relevant.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• Good knowledge of electrical, ICCP cathodic protection, A/C, switchboards, safety systems, in a shipyard environment.
• Experienced in handling MRO and similar offshore related projects.
• Proven experience in onboard planning, and resource allocation and ability to prioritize tasks and meet project timelines.
• Troubleshooting / rectification of faults during overhauling and onboard testing.
• Good knowledge on tools/multimeters, consumables, cable types.
• Ensuring usage of work equipment, PPE, substances, and safety devices correctly, great hands‑on experience and hardworking.
• Good understanding of electrical schematic drawings and line diagrams. Very basic soft skills and various practical reports usage.
• Stress and Time management. Quality control, assurance.
• Good command skills, problem solving.
• Physically fit and able to work in extreme climatic conditions.

Experience

Minimum 9 years of experience in shipyard/ship repair/Offshore.

Languages

Good communication skills (oral and written) in the English Language.