Electrical Technician – Energy Kuwait Pool (UAE)

About the role

Emirates Global Aluminium is seeking an Electrical Technician to support the Energy Kuwait Pool operations in the UAE. You will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting a wide range of electrical equipment to ensure minimal downtime and compliance with EHS standards.

Key responsibilities

• Attend to breakdowns of LV‑MV motors, LV switchboards, MCCs, plant lighting, transformers, UPS, VFDs, breakers and soft starters.
• Perform planned, preventive and predictive maintenance with minimal supervision.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical failures, order spare parts via SAP and keep accurate maintenance records.
• Clean and re‑assemble equipment after repairs, ensuring a safe work area.
• Monitor recurring issues and recommend modifications to improve reliability.
• Provide technical guidance to new electricians, trainees and contractors.
• Participate in 5S, Business Excellence and safety initiatives to enhance plant performance.

Required profile

• Diploma in an electrical or related field.
• Completion of PEC Craft Training.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in heavy‑industry electrical maintenance.
• Good command of written and spoken English.

Required skills

• LV‑MV motor maintenance.
• LV switchboard and MCC operation.
• Transformer, UPS, VFD and breaker maintenance.
• Soft starter troubleshooting.
• Use of SAP for maintenance planning and spare‑part ordering.
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings, manuals and instructions.
• Proficiency with standard IT tools.