Job summary
ABIS is seeking an Electrical Technician (SMP) in Dhahran to install, inspect and maintain electrical equipment in oil & gas, petrochemical and power plant facilities. The role includes testing transformers, switchgear, protection relays, UPS/PLC systems, performing electrical tests and preparing maintenance reports while coordinating with engineering teams.
Key responsibilities
- Install, inspect, and troubleshoot electrical equipment in oil, gas, petrochemical and power plants.
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems.
- Test and maintain transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and MCCs.
- Support installation, testing and commissioning of substations and related equipment.
- Test and maintain protection relays and electrical distribution systems.
- Troubleshoot and maintain UPS, PLCs, motor starters and generators.
- Carry out insulation resistance, Megger and HIPOT testing.
- Prepare maintenance reports and coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or technical/vocational electrical qualification, or high school/vocational diploma for certain expat cases.
- With degree: minimum 4 years' relevant Oil & Gas experience.
- Without degree (expats): minimum 11 years' relevant Oil & Gas experience.
- English proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent (iBT 60 / PBT 498 / CBT 171).
- Experience in Oil & Gas, petrochemical or power plant environments.
- Knowledge of protection relays, transformers, LV/MV/HV equipment and substations.
- Familiarity with Megger, insulation resistance and HIPOT testing.
Skills
Source: Workable. Last checked as open: 13 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.
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