Electrical Technician

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:

1. 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.