The Electrical Technician maintains all electrical systems, switchgear, and distribution equipment across the offshore installation. Operating in potentially explosive atmospheres, this role demands CompEx certification and a thorough understanding of ATEX requirements. The Electrical Technician ensures electrical systems are safe, reliable, and compliant with all applicable electrical standards.

Contract type: Permanent
Rotation / schedule: 4/4 Rotational
Priority: HIGH
Local / Expat: 3 Local | 1 Expat/International
Certification snapshot: BOSIET · HUET · CBSP · MIST · CompEx Ex01-04 · OPITO E-TECH

Responsibilities

Electrical Systems Maintenance

• Perform planned and corrective maintenance on HV/LV electrical systems, switchgear, and transformers.
• Maintain MCC panels, VFDs, UPS systems, and emergency generation equipment.
• Execute cable management, termination, and insulation resistance testing.
• Conduct motor overhauls, testing, and commissioning activities.

ATEX & Hazardous Area Work

• Perform all electrical work in ATEX-classified hazardous zones per CompEx procedures.
• Inspect and certify Ex electrical equipment for hazardous area integrity.
• Maintain ATEX equipment inspection records and Ex certification registers.

Testing, Reporting & Compliance

• Conduct electrical safety tests (insulation resistance, continuity, earth fault loop impedance).
• Maintain electrical maintenance records and CMMS work order completion.
• Support electrical commissioning and shutdown activities.

Requirements

• BSc or HND in Electrical Engineering, or trade qualification with extensive experience.
• Minimum 5 years of offshore electrical maintenance experience.
• CompEx Ex01–04 certification (mandatory).
• IEE/IET Wiring Regulations proficiency.
• OPITO E-TECH (Electrical Technician) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of ATEX Directive and IEC 60079 standards.

Required certifications

• BOSIET
• HUET
• CBSP
• MIST
• CompEx Ex01–04
• OPITO E-TECH
• IEE/IET Wiring Regulations
• ATEX Awareness

Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Deep domain knowledge with a commitment to continuous learning.
• Safety Culture: HSSE mindset — safety is non-negotiable in every task.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.
• Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with multicultural teams.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in remote, challenging, and rotational environments.
• Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying improvements and flagging risks before they escalate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Rotation-based schedule with paid travel and accommodation (offshore roles).
• Professional development, certification support and training allowances.
• Work with one of Suriname's leading HR & placement organizations in the O&G sector.

• <ul><li>BSc or HND in Electrical Engineering, or trade qualification with extensive experience.</li><li>Minimum 5 years of offshore electrical maintenance experience.</li><li>CompEx Ex01–04 certification (mandatory).</li><li>IEE/IET Wiring Regulations proficiency.</li><li>OPITO E-TECH (Electrical Technician) certification preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of ATEX Directive and IEC 60079 standards.</li></ul><p><strong>Required certifications</strong></p><ul><li>BOSIET</li><li>HUET</li><li>CBSP</li><li>MIST</li><li>CompEx Ex01–04</li><li>OPITO E-TECH</li><li>IEE/IET Wiring Regulations</li><li>ATEX Awareness</li></ul>
• <ul><li>Technical Expertise: Deep domain knowledge with a commitment to continuous learning.</li><li>Safety Culture: HSSE mindset — safety is non-negotiable in every task.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.</li><li>Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with multicultural teams.</li><li>Adaptability: Comfortable working in remote, challenging, and rotational environments.</li><li>Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying improvements and flagging risks before they escalate.</li></ul>
• <ul><li>Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.</li><li>Rotation-based schedule with paid travel and accommodation (offshore roles).</li><li>Professional development, certification support and training allowances.</li><li>Work with one of Suriname&#039;s leading HR &amp; placement organizations in the O&amp;G sector.</li></ul>
• <p><strong>Electrical Systems Maintenance</strong></p><ul><li>Perform planned and corrective maintenance on HV/LV electrical systems, switchgear, and transformers.</li><li>Maintain MCC panels, VFDs, UPS systems, and emergency generation equipment.</li><li>Execute cable management, termination, and insulation resistance testing.</li><li>Conduct motor overhauls, testing, and commissioning activities.</li></ul><p><strong>ATEX &amp; Hazardous Area Work</strong></p><ul><li>Perform all electrical work in ATEX-classified hazardous zones per CompEx procedures.</li><li>Inspect and certify Ex electrical equipment for hazardous area integrity.</li><li>Maintain ATEX equipment inspection records and Ex certification registers.</li></ul><p><strong>Testing, Reporting &amp; Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct electrical safety tests (insulation resistance, continuity, earth fault loop impedance).</li><li>Maintain electrical maintenance records and CMMS work order completion.</li><li>Support electrical commissioning and shutdown activities.</li></ul>