Electrical Technician – Airport Infrastructure Projects

About the role

PWORLD is hiring an Electrical Technician for airport infrastructure projects in Dubai, UAE, with 7 vacancies available. The role covers installation and testing of electrical systems in airport equipment and MRO hangar projects, ensuring work meets project specifications, local regulations and international standards. The stated salary range is AED 30,000 to AED 40,000.

Key responsibilities

• Review electrical systems for MEP projects, including power distribution, lighting, ELV and earthing.
• Install, test and commission electrical and mechanical systems such as transformers (minimum 1000 kVA), MDBs, SMDBs, AHUs, chillers and large control panels.
• Handle and terminate power cables of 70 sq.mm and above, with a focus on quality, safety and compliance.
• Coordinate with mechanical, plumbing and civil teams for integrated delivery.
• Lay, pull, gland, dress and terminate LV and HV power and control cables.
• Install cable trays, trunking, conduits, earthing and lightning protection systems.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, single-line diagrams and wiring diagrams, and diagnose and fix faults.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance and ensure safe, efficient operation of electrical systems.

Required profile

• Diploma, ITI or technical certification in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in power plants, power generation, substations, industry or large infrastructure projects.
• Experience installing transformers (1000 kVA and above), MDBs, SMDBs, MCCs, HV/LV switchgear, large control panels, generators and auxiliary systems.
• Experience glanding and terminating cables of 70 sq.mm and above; knowledge of electrical testing instruments.
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces and outdoors; physically fit; UAE/GCC experience preferred.

Required skills

• Power distribution systems (LV/MV), lighting design and controls, ELV systems (fire alarm, CCTV, data, access control), earthing and lightning protection.
• Reading single-line diagrams, electrical schematics and layout drawings.
• Troubleshooting, knowledge of electrical safety standards, and good communication and reporting skills.