Electrical Technician

 

Description:

This is a full-time on-site role for an Electrical Technician based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Electrical Technician will be responsible for:

• Performing electrical maintenance
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical issues
• Working with electrical systems and components
• Conducting inspections and testing
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and DEWA/SEWA/ADDC standards
• Supporting installation, commissioning, and general MEP activities

The role requires coordination with team members to ensure smooth operation, reliability, and safety of electrical systems.

 

Core Technical Skills Required

1. DB (Distribution Board) Dressing

• Neatly arrange and route wires inside the DB

• Proper identification using ferrules and labels

• Correct connection of MCBs, RCDs, and RCBOs

• Phase and neutral alignment

• Tightening terminals with correct torque

 

2. SMDB (Sub Main Distribution Board) Termination

• Terminate incoming and outgoing cables with correct phasing

• Lug crimping for larger cables

• Phase identification (R, Y, B, N, E)

• Earth & neutral connections

• Cable dressing and glanding at panel entry

 

3. Cable Glanding & Termination

• Select correct gland size and type (brass, GI, PVC)

• Strip and prepare cable without damaging conductors

• Fix glands securely and use shrouds for protection

• Crimp lugs with hydraulic or manual crimper

• Maintain bending radius of cables

 

4. MDB (Main Distribution Board) Termination

• Handle and terminate high-capacity cables (up to 630mm²)

• Perform insulation testing before connection

• Use torque tools to tighten lugs to busbars

• Understand and follow DEWA/SEWA/utility requirements

• Neat layout and barrier separation between phases

 

Additional Knowledge a Professional Electrician Should Have

• Read and interpret Single Line Diagrams (SLD)

• Use testing tools: multimeter, tong tester, megger

• Install cable trays, trunking, and conduits

• Conduct cable insulation and continuity testing

• Load balancing, breaker sizing, fault detection

• Awareness of DEWA/SEWA/ADDC compliance standards

 

Cable Work, Tray & Trunking – Core Knowledge for Electricians

1. Cable Work

• Select cables based on load and route (XLPE, PVC, armored)

• Accurate measuring and cutting

• Safe cable pulling techniques

• Maintain correct bending radius and spacing

• Tagging, labeling, and jointing to standards

• Proper insulation stripping

 

2. Cable Tray Work

• Tray types: perforated, ladder, wire mesh

• Tray layout and installation planning

• Use of support brackets (threaded rods, clamps)

• Leveling, fixing, and earthing

• Cable tying and clamping

 

3. Trunking Work

• GI, PVC, or aluminum trunking installation

• Proper cutting, assembly, and fittings

• Fixing methods and lid securing

• Metallic trunking earthing

• Cable pulling and sealing open ends

 

Every Electrician Should Also Know:

• DEWA/SEWA/ADDC specs for cable containment

• Fire-rated supports for emergency systems

• Fire-sealing for rated walls and slabs

• Tray sizing load calculation

• Conduit/tray transitions

• Cable segregation (power, data, fire alarm)

Qualifications

• Skills in Electrical Maintenance and Equipment
• Sound understanding of Electrical Engineering principles
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical systems
• Detail-oriented with analytical problem-solving ability
• Self-motivated with team collaboration skills
• Relevant technical training/certifications in Electrical Technology
• 1–3 years of experience as an Electrical Technician
• Previous UAE or Gulf experience is a plus