Electrical & Instrument Supervisor - Substation Projects

A leading company in industrial construction and energy within the Sultanate of Oman is seeking to hire an Electrical & Instrument Supervisor (E&I Supervisor) for critical electrical substation projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring the technical execution of works according to the highest standards of quality, safety, and project schedule.

Job Description & Key Responsibilities

The supervisor will be directly responsible for overseeing all activities related to Electrical, Instrumentation, and Control (E&I) works on the substation project site. Key responsibilities include:

• Technical Supervision: Supervising technical work teams during the installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning phases of high, medium, and low-voltage systems within the substation.
• Quality & Compliance Assurance: Ensuring all executed works comply with engineering design specifications, local and international regulations (e.g., IEEE, IEC standards), contract requirements, and the highest Occupational Health and Safety (HSE) standards.
• Planning & Execution: Assisting in planning daily and weekly activity schedules, allocating tasks to electrical and instrumentation technicians, and ensuring the availability of necessary materials and equipment.
• Inspection & Testing: Overseeing pre-installation inspections, functional performance tests, insulation resistance tests, and other commissioning tests for equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays, and control/SCADA/PLC systems.
• Coordination: Working closely with project engineers, consultant engineers, subcontractors, and the QA/QC and HSE teams to coordinate operations and resolve any technical issues that arise on-site.
• Training & Guidance: Guiding and training technicians, ensuring their adherence to safe work procedures and technical standards.
• Documentation: Reviewing and maintaining daily work reports, test reports, as-built drawings, and other relevant technical documentation.

Qualifications & Requirements

To qualify for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation & Control Engineering, or a related field.
• Work Experience: Minimum of 8 to 10 years of hands-on experience in supervising Electrical and Instrumentation works, with a strong focus on Electrical Substation Projects or major industrial projects (e.g., power plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities).
• Technical Knowledge:
  • In-depth knowledge of HV/MV/LV systems, switchgear, transformers, and grounding/lightning protection systems.
  • Proven experience with instrumentation systems, transmitters, control valves, and PLC-based control systems.
  • Strong understanding of electrical and instrumentation drawings and schematics (P&IDs, Single Line Diagrams).
  • Knowledge of strict safety procedures for high-voltage work sites (Permit to Work, Lockout-Tagout).
• Personal Skills: Excellent leadership and supervisory skills, problem-solving ability under pressure, high attention to detail, and effective communication skills (verbal and written).
• Professional Certifications: Professional certifications in HSE (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH) or project management are a strong advantage.

Work Location & Conditions

• Location: Sultanate of Oman.
• Nature of Work: Full-time, primarily site-based role. The position may require flexible hours or work during holidays as per project schedule demands.

How to Apply

Qualified professionals who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply. As the company is advertised as "Confidential," please adhere to the following:

1. Prepare an updated and clear Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English, highlighting relevant experience in substation projects and E&I works.
2. Ensure your CV includes contact details, career history, relevant past projects, and academic qualifications.
3. Apply through the original source of the advertisement (the Naukrigulf platform) or any official recruitment channel specified by the company.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for experienced supervisors to join major strategic projects within Oman's dynamic energy sector and contribute to the development of the nation's critical infrastructure.