Power Plant Electrician, 3 Vacancies

Our client a multinational organization is urgently looking to fill vacancy for their port operation at Diego Garcia, Indian Ocean Island.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs maintenance, inspections and repairs on electrical equipment and components in the power plants using common, special tools and test equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance and inspections on breakers, switchgear and related medium voltage equipment related to the power plants.
• Tests adjust breakers and relays on medium voltage systems.
• Removes and replaces failed parts and components, cleans contacts, adjusts and aligns motors.
• Operate and maintain the medium voltage electrical generation system.
• Perform other duties as assigned

BASIC JOB QUALIFICATIONS: (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must be able to read, interpret blueprints and design and follow engineering drawings, specifications and instructions.
• Must have knowledge of electrical trade theory and follow the National Electrical Code.
• Must be able to perform physical activities such as, but not limited to, bending, standing, climbing or walking.
• Must be able to safely use manual tools and power equipment.
• Must speak, read, and understand the English Language.
• Must pass overseas medical screening and be in good health.
• Must have a valid Non-Pro or Professional Driver’s License with at least Restriction Code 2.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including on-call shifts

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS OR TRAINING

Completed TESDA course with the National Certifications is a plus:

• Diesel Power Plant Maintenance NC III
• Diesel Power Plant Operation and Maintenance NC II & III
• Electrical Installation and Maintenance NC II, III & IV
• Plant Maintenance NC I, II, III

EDUCATION:

• Must be at least High school, Technical or Vocational school graduate is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have successfully completed a 3-year apprenticeship program, and/or have at least 3-years of documented practical experience in power generation and electrical maintenance and repair.

Basic terms of the job offer.

• Assignment Duration: 12 months. Renewal subject to performance and project status.
• Base Monthly Salary: 48 hours per week minimum work requirement: $838.08 (based on 48 hr. work week requirement)
• Working schedule: 48 hours per week (8 hours per day/6 days a week)
• Payroll period: Monthly. Amount give take home.
• Overtime: Work more than 8 hours per day or work performed on a rest day and/or holiday,will be paid as overtime at the base salary rate.

• Accommodations: Housing, transportation, meals in-country, and laundry facilities are provided
• Sick Leave: Employee will accrue 2.67 hours of sick leave for each full month of service, beginning with the completion of the first full month of Foreign Service employment.
• Annual leave Up to 21 days paid at the end of each 12-month contract.
• Travel will be provided by the employer to the employee’s home country.
• Project Holidays:

Other requirements

• Your Passport must be valid for at least 12 months
• Your driver’s license must be valid for at least 6 months.
• Updated covid and yellow fever vaccination certificate
• Medical exam report at a date to be advised.

Interested and qualified candidates MUST apply for the job ONLINE via the form below. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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