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About SPIE Global Services Energy
As an international subsidiary of the SPIE Group present in around 20 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North America, SPIE Global Services Energy operates across the entire energy production infrastructure value chain, from design to maintenance. SPIE Global Services Energy relies on an extensive local network to quickly deploy resources and meet its customers' needs in the safest possible conditions.
Drawing on the expertise of its 5,000 employees, SPIE Global Services Energy helps players in the oil, gas and renewable energies industries improve the technical performance of their infrastructure, increase their energy efficiency and reduce their carbon footprint.
With 55,000 employees and a strong local presence, SPIE group achieved in 2024 consolidated revenue of €9.9 billion and consolidated EBITA of €712 million.
Reference
2025-39642
Publication date
04/07/2025
In order to participate to the growth of the Sub - Saharan Africa Business Unit, we are looking for an highly experienced Offshore Specialist Electrician :
Key Responsabilities:
- Perform preventive and corrective electrical maintenance on offshore equipment and installations, in compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical faults on LV/HT equipment, motors, VSDs, control panels, and power systems.
- Maintain and calibrate VSDs and high-tension systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Carry out thermography inspections and analysis for predictive maintenance and early fault detection.
- Propose and implement technical improvements and system optimizations to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are correctly logged in SAP and that equipment history is properly maintained.
- Collaborate with other disciplines (Instrumentation, Mechanical, Automation) to solve complex failures.
- Follow all company and industry HSE standards and procedures; actively participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, and incident reporting.
- Ensure compliance with international electrical standards and company-specific technical requirements.
- Participate in and support Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) for recurring or critical failures.
- Contribute to the development and optimization of Reliability-Centered maintenance (RCM) strategies.
- Monitor and analyze equipment performance data to identify trends, recommend improvements, and extend equipment life cycles.
- Suggest and implement technical modifications to improve reliability, energy efficiency, and maintainability.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in electrical maintenance in the Oil & Gas offshore sector.
Certified Electrician Diploma or equivalent trade certification.
Extensive experience with High Voltage (HT) systems and Variable Speed Drives (VSD) (e.g., ABB, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).
Thermography Level 1 or equivalent certification is a plus.
SAP or equivalent certification is a plus.
Valid offshore certificates (BOSIET, HUET, Medical, etc.).
Strong knowledge of IEC standards and offshore safety regulations.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
English proficiency required (spoken and written).
Portuguese is a plus.
Desirable Competencies:
Ability to work autonomously and under pressure in offshore conditions.
Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to maintenance and reliability.
Capable of mentoring junior staff and sharing expertise with the team.
The Offshore Specialist Electrician with must have a strong background in Troubleshooting, high-voltage systems (HT), Variable Speed Drives (VSD), and electrical maintenance operations in the Oil & Gas offshore industry.
The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the ability to propose and implement technical improvements, perform thermographic inspections, and operate within SAP-based maintenance systems.
Certification ATEX / COMPEX
Certified Electrician Diploma or equivalent trade certification.
Extensive experience with High Voltage (HT) systems and Variable Speed Drives (VSD) (e.g., ABB, Siemens, Schneider, etc.).
Thermography Level 1 or equivalent certification is a plus.
SAP or equivalent certification is a plus.
Valid offshore certificates (BOSIET, HUET, Medical, etc.).
Strong knowledge of IEC standards and offshore safety regulations.
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