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Supervisor, Electrical
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Supervises electrical works including lighting, power distribution, cable laying, and lightning protection on EPC projects in the UAE oil & gas sector. Coordinates installation of electrical equipment, reviews drawings and specifications, allocates manpower and materials, monitors site progress, and ensures compliance with HSE procedures and UAE regulations.
About this role
Supervisor, Electrical
Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.
- Supervise electrical works, including lighting, power distribution, cable containment, cable laying, termination, earthing, and lightning protection.
- Coordinate the installation of DBs, SMDBs, MDBs, transformers, generators, UPS systems, and related equipment.
- Review approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and material submittals before starting work.
- Allocate manpower, tools, materials, and equipment according to daily work priorities.
- Monitor site progress and ensure work is completed within the approved schedule.
- Coordinate with mechanical, civil, HVAC, plumbing, fire alarm, and other project teams.
- Conduct inspections and ensure compliance with approved shop drawings and quality requirements.
- Coordinate with engineers, consultants, clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Ensure proper testing, commissioning, fault identification, and rectification of electrical systems.
- Prepare daily progress reports, manpower reports, material requests, and inspection requests.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work and report any delays or technical issues.
- Ensure compliance with HSE procedures, permit-to-work requirements, and toolbox-talk instructions.
- Verify that electrical work complies with UAE regulations and relevant project standards.
- Support snagging, de-snagging, final inspection, and project handover activities.
Qualifications
- Diploma or ITI qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5–8 years of experience in electrical MEP construction projects.
- UAE experience in commercial, residential, industrial, or oil and gas projects is preferred.
Additional Information
- Good knowledge of electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, load schedules, and cable schedules.
- Familiarity with testing equipment, electrical installation methods, and safety procedures.
- Strong supervision, coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage technicians, electricians, helpers, and subcontractor personnel.
- ADNOC or other relevant client approval will be an advantage.
Skills
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