JOB DESCRIPTION — MARINE ELECTRICIAN

SMEC Automation Pvt Ltd

Location: GCC region

Employment type: Project-based contract — shutdown, ship repair and maintenance

Role overview

SMEC Automation Pvt Ltd is hiring experienced Marine Electricians for a shutdown project in the GCC. The role involves electrical installation, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair onboard vessels, ensuring work meets project specifications, quality requirements and safety procedures.

Key responsibilities

- Carry out electrical repair and maintenance on marine power distribution, lighting, motors, starters and control systems.

- Install, route, dress, gland and terminate power and control cables.

- Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, cable schedules and termination details.

- Identify and rectify faults in electrical circuits, equipment and control panels.

- Inspect and service switchboards, distribution boards, junction boxes and associated electrical components.

- Perform continuity and insulation-resistance testing using appropriate instruments and approved procedures.

- Assist with equipment commissioning, functional testing and reinstatement following shutdown work.

- Record completed work, test results, defects and outstanding requirements.

- Coordinate with supervisors and other trades to complete assigned tasks within the shutdown schedule.

- Follow permit-to-work, electrical isolation, lockout/tagout and shipyard safety procedures.

Qualifications and experience





- ITI in Electrician/Electrical trade, Diploma in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent relevant trade qualification.

- Proven practical experience in marine electrical work, shipbuilding, ship repair or offshore maintenance.

- Experience with shutdown or dry-docking projects is preferred.

- Ability to independently carry out cable termination, equipment connections and basic electrical troubleshooting.

- Familiarity with electrical testing instruments, marine wiring practices and safe working procedures.

- Ability to understand technical instructions and work effectively in a multicultural team.

Project requirements

- Willingness to travel to the GCC and work onboard vessels and at shipyards.

- Ability to work assigned shifts and meet time-sensitive project schedules.

- Valid passport and availability for mobilisation according to project requirements.

- Ability to meet applicable site medical and safety requirements.

Salary and benefits

- Attractive salary based on skills and experience.

- Food and accommodation provided.

- Opportunity to gain international marine project experience.

The specific GCC location, project duration, working hours, overtime terms and mobilisation date will be communicated during selection.

Mention “Marine Electrician – GCC Shutdown” when applying.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Perks:

- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

📌 Marine Electrician- SHUTDOWN PROJECT-GCC (Kadavanthra)
🏢 SMEC Automation
📍 Kadavanthra