Assistant Electrician – Offshore Jackup Rig

Job Title: Assistant Electrician – Offshore Jackup Rig Location: Offshore Qatar (North Field Expansion, Halul Island, or Contracted Rigs) Employment Type: Rotational (42/ 21) Reporting To: Chief Electrician / Electrical Supervisor Key Responsibilities 1. Electrical System Support · Assist in maintenance & troubleshooting of: o HV/LV switchgear (Siemens, ABB) o Drilling equipment circuits (VFDs, top drives, drawworks) o Emergency systems (UPS, batteries, lighting) o Jacking system controls (PLC panels, motor starters) 2. Preventive Maintenance · Perform thermal imaging checks on electrical panels · Conduct insulation resistance tests on motors/cables · Replace contactors, relays, and breakers 3. Safety & Compliance · Follow Qatar Energy (QP) electrical safety standards · Adhere to ATEX/IECEx protocols in hazardous zones · Implement LOTO (Lockout-Tagout) procedures 4. Emergency Response · Support blackout recovery and equipment failures · Participate in electrical fire drills Requirements Qualifications & Certifications Mandatory: · Diploma in Electrical Engineering or 2+ years offshore experience · BOSIET/FOET with HUET (Offshore Survival & Helicopter Escape) · Qatar Ministry of Public Health Medical Certificate Preferred: · COMPEX (Ex01-Ex04) for hazardous areas · HV/LV Switching Certification · PLC/VFD troubleshooting skills Benefits Expected Day Rates in Qatar (2025) $180 - 200/ day