Electrician – Oil & Gas Projects (Contract)

About the role

We are seeking a qualified Electrician to join our team on contract for oil & gas and EPC projects in Abu Dhabi. The role involves installing, maintaining and repairing electrical systems in industrial environments.

Key responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair wiring, lighting, control panels and related equipment.
• Perform cable laying, glanding, termination and testing activities.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings, single‑line diagrams and technical specifications.
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, MCC panels, distribution boards and transformers.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity and other electrical tests.
• Support commissioning and pre‑commissioning activities while following permit‑to‑work and HSE procedures.

Required profile

• ITI/Diploma in Electrical or equivalent trade certification.
• 3–5 years of experience as an electrician on oil & gas, refinery, petrochemical or industrial EPC projects.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and electrical standards.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and work under tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Cable termination and panel wiring.
• Electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of motors, MCC panels and transformers.
• Insulation resistance and continuity testing.
• Interpretation of electrical drawings and schematics.