Maintenance Electrician / Skilled Electrician

We are hiring an experienced and dependable Electrician to join one of our leading construction clients in Abu Dhabi. The selected candidate will be responsible for the installation maintenance repair and upgrading of electrical systems in various residential commercial and industrial construction projects. A strong understanding of UAE safety regulations and a handson approach to troubleshooting are essential.

Key Responsibilities

1. Electrical Installations

• Install maintain and repair electrical wiring lighting circuits and fixtures.
  

• Handle both high and low voltage electrical systems.
  

• Install switches circuit breakers outlets panels and appliances.
  

• Ensure work complies with local and international electrical codes.
  

2. Maintenance & Repairs

• Perform scheduled maintenance on electrical systems.
  

• Diagnose faults using electrical testing tools and fix issues efficiently.
  

• Replace or repair faulty components including fuses relays switches and wiring.
  

• Minimize downtime and service interruptions during repair work.
  

3. System Upgrades

• Upgrade electrical systems to meet evolving safety standards and energy efficiency goals.
  

• Modify or extend existing wiring panels or circuits as per project needs.
  

4. Compliance & Safety

• Adhere to all health safety and electrical regulations.
  

• Install safety systems like grounding surge protection and circuit protection.
  

• Conduct safety checks to ensure compliance with UAE building codes.
  

5. Technical Diagrams & Planning

• Read and interpret electrical blueprints drawings and schematics.
  

• Assist in planning electrical systems for new installations or renovations.
  

6. Client Communication

• Understand and assess client electrical needs.
  

• Offer expert guidance on system improvements and energysaving methods.
  

• Explain technical work clearly and professionally to nontechnical clients.
  

7. Troubleshooting & Emergency Response

• Quickly identify root causes of system failures and implement solutions.
  

• Respond promptly to emergency repair calls and power outages.
  

8. Collaboration

• Work in tandem with project managers engineers and other trades (plumbers HVAC technicians etc.).
  

• Ensure coordinated execution of MEP systems on construction sites.
  

9. Reporting & Inventory

• Maintain daily logs and detailed reports of work completed.
  

• Track inventory of tools and materials ensuring availability for ongoing tasks.
  

10. Cleanliness & Safety

• Keep work areas safe clean and organized.
  

• Dispose of electrical waste in accordance with environmental and safety guideline
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 3 years of handson electrical work experience in the UAE or GCC.
  

• Technical certification or diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (e.g. ITI City & Guilds NVQ).
  

• Strong knowledge of UAE electrical codes and safety standards.
  

• Ability to read and work from technical drawings and blueprints.
  

• Experience in both residential and commercial systems preferred.
  

• Familiarity with diagnostic tools (multimeters megohmmeters etc.).
  

• Physically fit and comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces.
  

Key Skills

• Electrical fault diagnosis and repair
  

• AC & DC system handling
  

• Conduit installation and cable laying
  

• Safetyfirst work ethic
  

• Time management and task prioritization
  

• Team collaboration and independent work
  

• Customer communication and problemsolving
  

Working Conditions

• Onsite work across residential commercial and industrial project locations
  

• May involve working outdoors at heights in tight spaces or in varying weather conditions
  

• Flexible to work overtime weekends or shifts based on project demands
  

• Physically demanding environment includes climbing bending and lifting
  

Salary & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: AED 900 to AED 1200
  

• CompanyProvided:
  

  • Employment Visa
    

  • Shared Accommodation
    

  • Medical Insurance
    

  • Annual Leaves