Field Operator Transmission

Acwa; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 89,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

ACWA Power is seeking a Field Operator Transmission for the NEOM Green Hydrogen Project in Saudi Arabia. You will operate, monitor, and maintain transmission equipment, ensuring reliable power delivery in compliance with safety and grid standards.

The role requires 3–7 years in HV/EHV systems, a relevant electrical degree, and strong teamwork to coordinate with control room, maintenance, and contractors on a 24/7 shift, at a remote project site.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in electrical transmission and substations.
• Electrical safety and switching authorization preferred.
• Knowledge of Saudi electricity transmission regulations and grid requirements is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and inspect transmission equipment, substations, transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, isolators, protection systems, and related assets.
• Conduct routine field inspections, identify abnormal conditions, and report faults, alarms, leaks, overheating, or other issues.
• Perform authorized switching, isolation, and restoration activities per procedures and permits.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance, including isolation, testing, inspection, and safe restoration to service.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, electrical safety procedures, PTW requirements, and grid standards.
• Respond to emergencies, trips, alarms, and assist troubleshooting and system restoration.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, inspection records, and equipment status reports.

Skills

HV/EHV knowledge

Electrical drawings

SCADA systems

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Shift teamwork

Emergency response

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or related

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job Title – Field Operator Transmission

Project / Location – NEOM Green Hydrogen Project – Saudi Arabia

Department – Operations & Maintenance

Reports To – Operations Supervisor / Shift Supervisor

Job Purpose

Responsible for the safe and reliable operation, inspection, monitoring, and basic maintenance of transmission systems and associated equipment, ensuring continuous power transmission in accordance with approved operating procedures, HSE requirements, and applicable grid standards.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Field Operations: Operate, monitor, and inspect transmission equipment, substations, transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, isolators, protection systems, and associated electrical assets.
• System Monitoring: Conduct routine field inspections, identify abnormal conditions, and report equipment faults, alarms, leaks, overheating, or other operational issues.
• Switching Operations: Perform authorized switching, isolation, and restoration activities in accordance with approved procedures, permits, and switching programs.
• Maintenance Support: Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities, including equipment isolation, testing, inspection, and safe restoration to service.
• HSE & Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with company HSE policies, electrical safety procedures, Permit to Work (PTW) requirements, and applicable transmission/grid standards.
• Emergency Response: Respond promptly to equipment failures, trips, alarms, and emergency situations and support troubleshooting and system restoration.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate operational logs, inspection records, switching records, equipment status reports, and incident documentation.
• Coordination: Coordinate with Control Room Operators, Maintenance, Engineering, Grid/Transmission Control, and contractors to ensure safe and efficient transmission operations.
• Equipment Readiness: Verify the availability and operational condition of transmission equipment and promptly **escalate** defects that could affect system reliability.
• Continuous Improvement: Support operational improvements, reliability initiatives, and implementation of best practices across transmission operations.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, Power Systems , or a related discipline.
• Electrical safety and switching authorization certification is preferred.
• Knowledge of Saudi electricity transmission regulations and grid requirements is an advantage.

Experience

• 3–7 years of experience in electrical transmission, substations, power generation, renewable energy, or utilities.
• Experience working with HV/EHV transmission systems and substations is preferred.
• Experience in shift-based operations and high-voltage switching is an advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of HV/EHV electrical systems and substations.
• Understanding of transformers, circuit breakers, disconnectors, busbars, CTs, PTs/VTs, protection systems, and earthing systems.
• Knowledge of electrical protection, control, and SCADA systems.
• Ability to read single-line diagrams, electrical drawings, and equipment schematics.
• Knowledge of Permit to Work, Lockout/Tagout, switching, and electrical isolation procedures.
• Basic troubleshooting and fault-finding skills.
• Familiarity with CMMS systems and operational reporting tools.

Core Competencies

• Strong safety awareness and commitment to reliable operations.
• High attention to detail and operational discipline.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a shift team.
• Willingness to work in a 24/7 shift environment and remote project location at the NEOM Green Hydrogen Project .