Electrical & Instrumentation Commissioning Technician

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Technician to support commissioning activities across project sites in Dubai. The role involves performing pre‑commissioning and commissioning tasks safely, following approved procedures and collaborating with engineers, foremen and vendors.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities safely in accordance with approved procedures.
• Inspect electrical and instrumentation installations to verify proper installation and safety.
• Assist commissioning engineers, foremen and vendors during commissioning and modifications.
• Troubleshoot, modify and repair equipment and systems as instructed.
• Lead and guide technicians in day‑to‑day commissioning activities when required.
• Disconnect, modify and remove existing cables, control panels, light fittings and related components.
• Prepare equipment and systems for commissioning, perform watch‑keeping and record parameters.
• Operate testing equipment and measuring instruments, perform isolations, energisation, cold and hot loop checks.
• Follow Permit to Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and other safety procedures, reporting incidents immediately.

Required profile

• ITI or Diploma in Electrical / Instrumentation.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience as an E&I Technician in shipyard, oil & gas or related field.
• At least 2 years of commissioning experience, including PTW and LOTO activities.
• Knowledge of PLC/SCADA or related specialised training is an advantage.
• Ability to read and interpret method statements, procedures, specifications, drawings and engineering documentation.
• Basic computer knowledge and MS Office skills.
• Good command of English.

Required skills

• Electrical & Instrumentation Commissioning
• Pre‑Commissioning and Loop Checking (Cold & Hot)
• Testing & Measurement
• Equipment Isolation & Energisation
• Permit to Work (PTW) and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Troubleshooting of electrical and instrumentation systems
• Electrical Control Panels and Cabling
• PLC/SCADA knowledge
• Shipyard / Oil & Gas environment experience
• Safety & Quality Compliance