Electrical Technician - Maintenance (Johannesburg Pool - Based in UAE)

EMIRATES GLOBAL ALUMINIUM (EGA) · Dubai

Posted Jul 13, 2026Source: naukrigulf
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Job description

• Attends to all electrical equipment breakdowns such as LV-MV motors, LV Switchboards, MCCs, Plant lightings, Transformers, UPS, VFD, Breakers, Soft starter, etc. In addition, carries out planned/preventive/predictive maintenance work with minimum direction and supervision. • Identifies and reports any abnormalities; repairs and/or replaces required items, re-assembles and tests the equipment, leaving the working area clean. • Technically assesses the requirement of allocated jobs and selects the necessary tools and equipment to complete such work. • Effectively diagnoses electrical breakdowns/failures and troubleshoots electrical failures of plant and equipment with minimum or no direction. • Uses the computerized maintenance system (SAP) to order spare parts from the warehouse and maintains records of all maintenance work completed. • Ensures that all maintenance work is carried out in accordance with safety procedures and plant operational requirements. • Monitors any repeated breakdowns and recommends proper modifications to resolve the problem. • Provides plant & equipment knowledge to newly joined electricians/craft trainees and contractors to help them carry out their maintenance work. • Continuously works towards improving EHS and Plant & Equipment Performance by participating in 5S, Business Excellence and Safety Initiatives. • Performs other related duties as communicated by Supervisor/Superior. • Assists other departments in the repair and troubleshooting of equipment. • Minimum Qualifications: • Diploma in relevant field • Completion of PEC Craft Training • Minimum Experience: • 3 years of relevant experience in a heavy industry after Diploma • No experience required after completion of PEC Training • Skills: • Good knowledge of written and spoken English • Familiarity with all maintenance tools and good IT knowledge • Experience in installation & troubleshooting • Ability to read and understand engineering drawings/manuals/instructions

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