The job is for an Electrician at a chemical manufacturing company. The role involves maintaining and repairing electrical systems and equipment in a production facility to ensure safe and smooth operations.
Main Responsibilities:
- Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical and instrumentation equipment.
- Troubleshoot power systems, motors, and sensors.
- Perform maintenance and restore power during voltage or power interruptions.
- Record technical issues and maintain equipment logs and reports.
- Follow safety rules and operational procedures.
Requirements:
- Technical education in Electrical Power or related field.
- At least 3 years of industrial experience.
- Valid electrician certificate and instrumentation training.
- Basic English (A2 level).
Work Conditions:
Shift-based work in industrial indoor and outdoor environments.
Full job description
Position Title: Electrician
Department: Production Center
Direct Supervisor: Shift Supervisor / Line Leader
About ZL Chemicals
ZL Chemicals is an international manufacturing company with operations across Oman, Kuwait, Canada, and the United States. We specialize in advanced chemical and polymer manufacturing, serving global industrial markets with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation. We are currently developing a state-of-the-art polymer manufacturing plant in Sohar, designed to be one of the largest and most technologically advanced facilities in the region. We are looking for motivated and reliable candidates to join our growing team and support the safe and efficient operation of this new facility.
Position Summary
The Electrician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and upkeep of electrical power systems and instrumentation equipment within the production facility. The role ensures reliable equipment performance, safe power distribution, and accurate process control to support uninterrupted production operations while strictly adhering to safety and operational standards.
Main Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance, inspection, and upkeep of electrical and instrumentation equipment, including thermometers, flowmeters, sensors, relays, and related devices.
- Carry out switching operations during voltage trips or power interruptions to ensure timely and safe power restoration.
- Conduct daily inspections of electrical and instrument systems in accordance with operational requirements.
- Develop and execute maintenance activities based on equipment manuals, operating instructions, and maintenance procedures.
- Identify equipment defects, record technical issues, and propose corrective or improvement actions.
- Troubleshoot and repair power supply, power distribution, motors, and instrumentation equipment to ensure stable production operations.
- Collect and maintain technical data, assisting in the establishment and updating of equipment records, logs, and technical files.
- Ensure all work complies with safety regulations, operational procedures, and company standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.
- Perform additional duties and assignments as directed by department leadership.
Job Qualifications
Education
- Technical Secondary School or above.
- Major in Electrical Power, Instrumentation, or related technical disciplines.
Experience
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
Certifications & Training
- Valid Electrician Certificate is required.
- Professional training in instrumentation is required.
Technical Knowledge
- Electrical power and distribution systems.
- PLC systems and basic instrument automation.
- Industrial instrumentation and control systems.
Skills
- Electrical circuit, motor, and power line maintenance.
- Instrument operation, calibration, and maintenance.
- Fault diagnosis and troubleshooting.
Personal Qualities
- Strong execution and problem-solving abilities.
- Detail-oriented, disciplined, and safety-focused.
- High sense of responsibility and compliance.
- Strong awareness of electrical and operational safety.
Working Conditions
- Work Environment:Â Indoor and outdoor industrial settings.
- Working Hours:Â Shift-based schedule.
Language Requirement
English Level: A2 (Basic Operational English)
- Ability to understand and use everyday expressions related to work tasks.
- Ability to communicate operational issues using simple words and phrases.
- Ability to read basic work instructions with the support of diagrams or visual aids.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Safety compliance and incident-free operation.
- Timeliness and quality of electrical and instrumentation maintenance.
- Motor and electrical equipment availability and maintenance rate.
- Maintenance response efficiency and downtime reduction.
- Accuracy and completeness of inspection, maintenance, a
