Electrical Technician (Commissioning)

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning Activities

• · Perform pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for electrical systems, including MV/LV switchgears, HV and distribution transformers, MCCs, VFDs, UPS and DC systems, generators, and control panels.

• · Assist in loop checking, continuity testing, insulation resistance testing, and functional testing of electrical equipment.

• · Support energization and start-up activities of plant equipment and systems.

• · Execute commissioning procedures, test plans, and checklists as directed by Commissioning Engineers.

• · Participate in performance testing and reliability runs of plant systems.

• · Lead technical walkdown with the client recording the punches.

• Installation Verification & Testing

• · Verify electrical installations against approved drawings, specifications, and standards.

• · Conduct cable continuity, megger, grounding, and protection relay testing.

• · Inspect electrical equipment and ensure proper installation before commissioning.

• · Monitor and record test results and commissioning data.

• Troubleshooting & Maintenance

• · Diagnose and rectify electrical faults during commissioning and start-up phases.

• · Support maintenance activities on electrical systems and equipment.

• · Coordinate with instrumentation, mechanical, and process teams for integrated system testing.

• · Assist in resolving commissioning punch-list items.

• Documentation & Reporting

• · Prepare commissioning records, test reports, and daily progress reports.

• · Maintain accurate documentation of all testing and commissioning activities.

• · Review electrical drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and cable schedules.

• · Assist in preparing as-built documentation and handover dossiers.

• Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• · Comply with all HSE policies, procedures, and permit-to-work systems.

• · Ensure safe isolation and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures are followed.

• · Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, last minute risk assessment and safety inspections.

• · Promote a strong safety culture throughout commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• · Diploma or Technical Certification in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Technology, or a related field.

• · Additional commissioning certifications will be an advantage.

• 1. LOTO
• 2. AEP/SAEP

Experience

• · Minimum 3-5 years of experience in electrical installation, testing, and commissioning.

• · Experience in SWRO desalination plants, water treatment plants, power plants, or industrial process facilities is highly preferred.

• · Familiarity with commissioning of MV/LV electrical systems and industrial automation environments.

• Technical Skills

• · Knowledge of electrical commissioning procedures

· Testing equipment:

• 1. Insulation resistance tool
• 2. CPC100
• 3. CIBANO Kit (CB test Kit)
• 4. Hypot Kit
• 5. CT analizer
• 6. CMC Kit

• Experience with: Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems

• 1. Transformers
• 2. Switchgear, MCCs and distribution panels.
• 3. Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Soft starters (SS)
• 4. UPS and DC systems.
• 5. Batteries
• 6. Protection relays
• 7. Electrical motors and starters