Technician - Electrical
Al Ghurair · United Arab Emirates
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Maintenance
- Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical systems including LV distribution networks, MDBs, SMDBs, DBs, MCCs, control panels, and power circuits.
- Inspect, maintain, and repair lighting systems, emergency lighting systems, power outlets, isolators, switches, and associated electrical accessories.
- Perform routine inspections of electrical installations and identify potential defects or safety hazards.
- Conduct periodic testing of electrical equipment and systems in accordance with maintenance schedules.
Troubleshooting & Repairs
- Diagnose and rectify electrical faults affecting power distribution, lighting, control systems, and electrical equipment.
- Replace defective circuit breakers, contactors, relays, timers, switches, sockets, cables, and control components.
- Attend emergency breakdowns and restore electrical services within contractual response times.
- Assist in fault-finding using electrical testing instruments such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, and phase sequence meters.
Building Services Support
- Maintain electrical systems associated with HVAC equipment, pumps, motors, water heaters, elevators interfaces, and other MEP assets.
- Support operation and maintenance of generators, ATS panels, UPS systems, capacitor banks, and earthing systems.
- Assist with testing and maintenance of emergency power systems and backup equipment.
- Coordinate with specialized contractors for major repairs and system upgrades.
Installation & Minor Works
- Carry out electrical installation works including cable pulling, termination, conduit installation, trunking, containment systems, and equipment connections.
- Install and replace lighting fixtures, emergency lights, switches, sockets, isolators, and electrical accessories.
- Assist in electrical modification and refurbishment projects as directed.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow electrical safety procedures, lockout/tagout (LOTO) requirements, permit-to-work systems, and company HSE policies.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, electrical standards, and client requirements.
- Use appropriate PPE and maintain safe working practices at all times.
- Report unsafe conditions, incidents, and near misses promptly.
Documentation & Reporting
- Complete maintenance checklists, inspection reports, and work order documentation.
- Record equipment readings, testing results, and maintenance activities accurately.
- Report spare parts requirements, material consumption, and equipment defects to supervisors.
- Assist in maintaining asset registers and maintenance history records.
Qualifications
- ITI, Diploma, or Technical Certificate in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Relevant trade certification for electrical maintenance work.
Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in electrical maintenance within Facilities Management, building maintenance, commercial buildings, hospitals, malls, hotels, government facilities, or industrial environments.
- Experience with LV electrical systems and building services maintenance.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems and building electrical services.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and technical drawings.
- Proficient in using electrical testing and troubleshooting instruments.
- Knowledge of electrical safety standards and maintenance best practices.
- Good communication, reporting, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work independently and respond effectively to emergency breakdown situations.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in FM contracts for high-rise buildings, government facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, data centers, or commercial complexes.
- Familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS), generators, UPS systems, and emergency power installations.
- Knowledge of energy-saving initiatives and electrical system optimization.
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