The Electrical Technician maintains all electrical systems, switchgear, and distribution equipment across the offshore installation. Operating in potentially explosive atmospheres, this role demands CompEx certification and a thorough understanding of ATEX requirements. The Electrical Technician ensures electrical systems are safe, reliable, and compliant with all applicable electrical standards.
Contract type: Permanent
Rotation / schedule: 4/4 Rotational
Priority: HIGH
Local / Expat: 3 Local | 1 Expat/International
Certification snapshot: BOSIET · HUET · CBSP · MIST · CompEx Ex01-04 · OPITO E-TECH
Electrical Systems Maintenance
- Perform planned and corrective maintenance on HV/LV electrical systems, switchgear, and transformers.
- Maintain MCC panels, VFDs, UPS systems, and emergency generation equipment.
- Execute cable management, termination, and insulation resistance testing.
- Conduct motor overhauls, testing, and commissioning activities.
ATEX & Hazardous Area Work
- Perform all electrical work in ATEX-classified hazardous zones per CompEx procedures.
- Inspect and certify Ex electrical equipment for hazardous area integrity.
- Maintain ATEX equipment inspection records and Ex certification registers.
Testing, Reporting & Compliance
- Conduct electrical safety tests (insulation resistance, continuity, earth fault loop impedance).
- Maintain electrical maintenance records and CMMS work order completion.
- Support electrical commissioning and shutdown activities.
