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Off Shore Electrical Technician

  • Location: Aberdeen, AB1
  • Salary: Competitive Rate
  • Job Type:Contract

Posted 21 days ago

  • Sector: Oil, Gas and Petrochemical
  • Contact: Joanna Davies
  • Contact Email: joanna.davies@nrl.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 01942 323277
  • Duration: From 17th December for 21 days
  • Start Date: 11 December 2025
  • Expiry Date: 10 January 2026
  • Job Ref: V-328668

On behalf of our client, NRL Recruitment are looking for an Electrical Technician for work off shore.

Duration: From 17th December for 21 days

Location: Off Shore  ( from Aberdeen )

Certification (Copies required) :

  • MIST

  • BOSIET

  • OEUK Medical

  • Trade Certification (e.g. Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3 etc.)

  • COMPEX 01-04

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Core Responsibilities

  • Execute maintenance, inspection, and repair activities for electrical plant and systems onboard offshore facilities, under the guidance of the Responsible Electrical Person (RPE) and Electrical Supervisor

  • Perform planned, corrective, and preventive maintenance on HV/LV switchgear, generators, transformers, UPS systems, batteries, motors, and Ex-rated equipment

  • Support and execute safe electrical isolations, re-energization, and Permit-to-Work (PTW) practices

  • Carry out fault-finding using standard test equipment (e.g., meggers, AV meters) on HV and LV circuits

  • Maintain accurate equipment logs and CMMS/SAP records; assist with maintenance planning and spare parts requisition

  • Report defects, drive resolution plans, and recommend enhancements to improve reliability and system integrity

  • Uphold high housekeeping standards in electrical enclosures and ensure compliance with IMS and international electrical standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE) 

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Requirements
Qualifications & Certifications

  • Trade qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent offshore qualification (e.g., NVQ, COMPEX Industry)

  • Valid offshore safety certifications and trade-specific endorsement (COMPEX levels 01–04 preferred)

  • Permit-to-Work training and authorization to perform electrical isolations on offshore installations 

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Experience

  • Proven experience (typically 3–6+ years) in electrical maintenance roles within offshore oil & gas or similar heavy industrial environments

  • Hands-on troubleshooting of high- and low-voltage switchgear, safety-critical systems, and hazardous area (Ex-rated)

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Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of electrical standards and regulatory requirements (IEC, IEEE)

  • Excellent fault diagnosis and technical problem-solving skills

  • Proficient in use of electrical test instruments and interpretation of results

  • Effective communicator, able to report issues, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to handover processes

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