Saudi Arabia: Electrician

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. is seeking an International Electrician in Saudi Arabia to oversee electrical safety and integrity on rigs. This role involves leading workshops, performing maintenance, and ensuring compliance with local standards while working in diverse environments. Candidates should possess strong troubleshooting skills and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in rig drilling machinery and equipment.
• Completed Expert Electrical Workday Certification.
• Ability to pass required health and safety certifications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe electrical operation of drill rigs and related equipment.
• Evaluate and resolve electrical issues.
• Conduct safety inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical Safety

Problem Solving

Education

Expert Electrical Workday Certification

First Aid Certification

Forklift Certification

Job description

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Saudi Arabia: Electrician

Apply locations Saudi Arabia Yard posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id REQ-1871

At H&P, our people are our strength.

JOB SUMMARY:

The International Electrician is primarily responsible for the electrical safety and integrity of the operations and to ensure the continual function of electrical equipment on H&P rigs. This position provides an opportunity to help build and shape H&P’s culture and share your passion for H&P by: delivering electrical leadership developmental workshops; coaching H&P leaders in the field; working with a talented team to develop consistent electrical solutions and training others in H&P on maintenance best practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates core values and safety standards according to the H&P way
• Ensures the safe electrical operation of the drill rig, related equipment and personnel that use electrical equipment as part of their regular duties
• Evaluates electrical problems and takes corrective action
• Conduct safety inspection of electrical components, making repairs and adjustments as needed
• Install new equipment, retrofits, and upgrades, and ensure the installed equipment is operating properly and compliant with Saudi Arabia electrical standards
• Order all electrical parts and ensure adequate stock of parts are available
• Coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs of electrical equipment
• Lead job related JSA and Compass Card Meetings
• Demonstrated commitment to H&P’s Health, Safety, and Environmental standards and C.A.R.E. processes (COACH people-based safety, Compass Cards, LifeBelts, JSAs, hotwork, confined space entry, lock-out/tag-out, dropped object prevention, etc.) with a proven track record of compliance
• Completed Expert level of the BOP training in Workday
• Up to date on current Workday trainings as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Must understand and use H&P’s Permitted Operations Management System (POMS)
• Demonstrates knowledge of Rig Electrical System Safety & Reliability Guidelines.
• Thorough Knowledge of H&P HSE Standards and Guidelines, with emphasis on Section 59, Rig Crew Maintenance – Electrical Safety.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Demonstrates the ability to enter thorough service reports into E.A.M.
• Able to demonstrate advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to timely complete preventative maintenance procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant H&P policies
• Personally, complies with all Company policies and procedures and sets an example for others to follow
• Understands and applies local, territory, state and federal statutory obligations
• In conjunction with site management, is responsible for implementing safety and security measures for protection of personnel against electrical injury or near miss
• Provides regular updates and reports and works closely with site management
• Ability to consult with crews in order to optimize safety and productivity outcomes
• Willingness to learn and apply of relevant Saudi legislation as it pertains to drilling, electrical standards, HSE obligations and expectations, reporting, audit
• Ability to effectively work across diverse cultural environments and accepting of cultural norms
• Demonstrates the H&P Company values: Actively C.A.R.E., Service Attitude, Innovative Spirit, Teamwork, and Do the Right Thing
• Very flexible and adaptable, able to overcome
• Minimum 3 years of experience in rig drilling machinery and equipment
• Ability to comply with federal, state and territory electrical standards and requirements, as well as related health, safety and environmental legislation
• Level 1 Electric with 3+ years’ experience as H&P Electric
• Previous experience working in indigenous environments
• Must have completed the Expert Electrical Workday Certification training

CERTIFICATIONS:

First Aid, Forklift, and Rig Pass - IADC.

LANGUAGES:

English

TRAINING:

• Ability to pass Saudi required and legislated drilling and HSE certification for on shore Drillers

TRAVEL:

• This position requires international travel, so a valid passport, vaccinations, and eligibility for a Saudi work visa are required, inclusive of passing background checks and medical screening

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is normally performed out-of-doors, where exposure to atmospheric conditions of extreme heat or cold, fumes, and gases are frequent
• Work assignments are generally 12 hours per day for 28 consecutive days with 28 days rest between assignments
• The position is exposed to noise, vibration, moving and mechanical parts, and electrical shock

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The team member is required to perform most work while standing or walking
• The position is considered “medium” physically, which involves the movement of up to 50 lbs. to lift, push, pull, or carry equipment and tools
• The position requires eye and hand/foot coordination and manual dexterity associated with operating equipment and performing repairs and maintenance procedures; requires physical capability and stamina to climb flights of stairs up to 30 feet high
• Requires physical capability and stamina to climb a derrick up to 150 feet above the ground multiple times during 12 hrs. shift
• Vision and depth perception skills are required to monitor controls on equipment
• Hearing skills are required to detect equipment malfunctions
• Balancing and reaching are required to operate equipment
• Ability to pass client’s medical check is required

Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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