Electrical Technician
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Job Summary
Job Title: Electrical Technician Offshore Shutdown Project
Location: Qatar (Offshore North Field Ras Laffan Halul Island)
Industry: Oil & Gas (Shutdowns/Turnarounds)
Employment Type: Contract (3-6 months extendable)
Rotation: 42/42 (extended projects)
Job Description:
The Electrical Technician performs installation maintenance troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems during offshore shutdowns ensuring safe and efficient operations in hazardous environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Shutdown Electrical Works:
- Execute preventive/corrective maintenance on HV/LV systems (switchgear transformers motors UPS).
- Install/test cable trays conduits junction boxes and lighting systems.
- Troubleshoot motor control circuits VFDs and protection relays.
- Follow QatarEnergy (QP) electrical safety rules (LOTO arc flash prevention).
- Conduct insulation resistance (IR) megger and continuity tests.
- Perform loop checks relay calibration and thermographic inspections.
- Assist in energization/de-energization of critical systems.
- Update electrical logs test reports and as-built drawings.
- Report defects using CMMS (SAP Maximo).
- Work with instrumentation/mechanical teams for integrated shutdown tasks.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering or Trade Certification.
- Certifications (Mandatory):
- COMPEX (Ex01-Ex04) for hazardous areas.
- BOSIET/HUET OPITO H2S/BA.
- HV/LV Switching Certification.
- 5 years in offshore oil & gas electrical maintenance with 3 years in shutdowns.
- Familiarity with QP Shell or TotalEnergies standards.
- Proficiency in PLC basics motor controls and electrical drawings.
- Knowledge of IEC/API/NEC standards.
Market Wage in Qatar (2025):
- Daily Rate: $300/day (varies by certifications):
- Junior Technicians: $300/day (contractors).
- Senior Technicians (COMPEX Certified): $450/day (QP/Qatargas projects).
Rotation & Work Conditions:
- Work Schedule: 12-hour shifts (day/night) 7 days/week during shutdown peaks.
Demand: High due to Qatars LNG expansion and aging facility upgrades.
Key Skills
- Electrical Experience
- Industrial Equipment
- Industrial Maintenance
- NEC
- HVAC
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Renovation
- Schematics
- Maintenance
- High Voltage
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Troubleshooting
About Company
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