Job Description :Job Title: Chief Electrician – Offshore Jackup RigLocation: Offshore Qatar (North Field, Halul Island, or Contracted Rigs)
Employment Type: Rotational (e.g., 28 days on/28 days off)
Reporting To: Rig Manager / OIM (Offshore Installation Manager)Key Responsibilities1. Electrical Systems Management· Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of jackup rig electrical systems, including:o Power generation & distribution (HV/LV switchgear, transformers, circuit breakers)o Drilling equipment (top drives, draw works, VFD systems)o Jacking system controls (PLC-driven leg elevation systems)o Emergency systems (UPS, battery banks, emergency lighting)o HVAC & refrigeration (crew quarters, hazardous area compliance)2. Compliance & Safety· Ensure compliance with Qatar Energy (QE) standards, IEC/ATEX regulations, and Qatar Civil Defense (QCD) fire safety codes.· Conduct hazardous area inspections (Zone 1/Zone 2 classifications for explosive atmospheres).· Implement Lockout-Tagout (LOTO) and Permit-to-Work (PTW) procedures.3. Team Leadership· Supervise electricians, E&I technicians, and subcontractors.· Coordinate with onshore engineering teams for major repairs and spare parts procurement.4. Emergency Response· Lead troubleshooting during blackouts, electrical fires, or equipment failures.· Ensure emergency generators and UPS systems are operational.5. Documentation & Audits· Maintain logs for Qatar Ministry of Energy inspections and Class surveys (ABS/DNV).· Report electrical incidents to QE (Qatar Energy) or Nakilat (if rig is chartered).RequirementsQualifications & CertificationsMandatory:· Diploma/Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent trade certification).· 10+ years offshore experience (5+ as Chief Electrician on jackup rigs).· ATEX/IECEx Certification (for hazardous area electrical work).· COMPEX (Ex01-Ex04) (highly preferred for Gulf region).· Qatar-Specific Certs:o QP Safety Passporto Qatar Ministry of Public Health Medical Certificateo BOSIET/FOET with HUET (Offshore Survival & Helicopter Escape)Preferred:· Siemens/ABB PLC & VFD troubleshooting (critical for jacking systems).· HV Switching Certification (if handling 6.6kV/11kV systems).· SAP/CMMS experience (for maintenance tracking).
