Reporting to the Electrical Engineer and the Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor Engineer (and the Maintenance Manager), the position involves providing hands-on support to the Basrah Desalination Plant maintenance team in the upkeep of electrical equipment, working under the direct supervision of senior engineers to build the competencies required for a full Electrical Engineer role, in accordance with the Integrated Management System, O&M manuals and terms of the O&M contract.
Key responsibilities
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Assisting in assembling, installing, testing, monitoring, replacing and repairing electrical and control equipment under the supervision of senior engineers
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Supporting the maintenance and upgrade of electrical and electronic installations
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Carrying out routine predictive and preventive maintenance tasks on electrical equipment as assigned by the Electrical/Instrumentation Supervisor Engineer
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Assisting in diagnosing malfunctioning systems, equipment and components using test equipment and hand tools, under the guidance of senior engineers
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Testing electrical systems using basic testing devices (ohmmeters, voltmeters, etc.) under supervision
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Recording observations and raising suggestions to senior engineers on opportunities to improve equipment reliability
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Assisting Instrument/Mechanical Technicians when required
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Supporting coordination with subcontractors on specific work as directed by senior engineers
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Completing work orders and assisting with spare part control by preparing issuance documents from the store
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Assisting in investigations and drafting basic reports under guidance, when required/requested
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Participating in the Permit to Work System as Holder
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Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards at all times
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Performing any reasonable duty/instruction from Management
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Participating in compulsory standby duty and working overtime when required
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Ensuring adherence to Company policies and procedures at all times
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Actively pursuing on-the-job training and development toward full Electrical Engineer competency
Qualifications
• As a minimum, a recognized Bachelor Degree or Higher Diploma in Electrical Engineering
Experience
• 0–2 years of relevant experience in electrical maintenance; fresh graduates with strong academic performance and relevant internship/training exposure are encouraged to apply
• Exposure to the desalination / power / water sector is a plus
• Any internship, training placement, or academic project involving reverse osmosis and/or ultrafiltration is a plus
• Experience or study in Gulf countries is a plus
Skills
The candidate must be capable of, or actively developing:
• Basic operation of equipment like motors, valves, actuators and VSDs (variable speed drives), under supervision
• Assisting in diagnosing problems in electricity and instrumentation
• Assisting with testing, dismantling, repairing and maintaining electrical equipment (e.g. actuators, VSDs, instruments, etc.)
• Assisting with checking MCCs to identify problems, and testing/maintaining wires for electrical continuity
• Assisting with calibration of on-line instrumentation (e.g. flow meter, pH meter, etc.)
• Learning to understand and determine causes of malfunctioning under senior guidance
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions accurately and promptly
• Reading and beginning to interpret P&IDs, technical diagrams and electrical drawings
• Being willing to get his/her hands dirty with a "hands-on" approach
• Working in a team environment, curious and eager to take on new challenges
• Ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
• Showing initiative and a willingness to progressively work with greater autonomy
• Following business ethics, being honest, communicating effectively and managing time/workload
The candidate should have working knowledge of:
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Basic methods, practices, materials, tools and equipment used in electricity
• Fundamentals of calibration methods and procedures
• Basic principles of electrical operation of pumps / motors / valves and low voltage systems
• Familiarity with vibration testing, temperature and infra-red surveying is a plus
• Exposure to Reverse Osmosis and Ultrafiltration plants is a plus
• Exposure to high-pressure environments is a plus
• Microsoft Office (computer literate)
