At Aker Solutions we are committed to helping the energy industry and broader society #PowerTheChange towards a low-carbon future.

We are changemakers and problem solvers with more than 180 years of experience. Our ambitions are high. By 2030, renewables and low-carbon solutions for oil and gas will make up two-thirds of our business. Do you want to be a part of driving the transition?

Our Offshore Construction team are currently looking to add an Electrical Technician to their team!

What will you be doing?

• Execute tasks, as outlined in technical documents, including the assembly, installation, maintenance, repair, and removal of electrical components in compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and procedures.
• Interpret technical documents to assess and plan task sequences, required materials, and selection of appropriate tools and PPE, requesting clarification when necessary.
• Perform diagnostic testing and troubleshooting to identify hazards/ malfunctions at the component level; repairing, replacing, or reporting deficiencies as required.
• Perform work in a remote offshore location with a requirement to work in confined spaces, work from heights, in hazardous EX rated areas near operating equipment.
• Work collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment, focused on the efficient and safe completion of all assigned tasks including reporting of daily work progress to supervision.
• Take an active role in maintaining a safe work environment through participation in all HSSE programs and initiatives including, but not limited to, toolbox talks, safety observations, job hazard analysis, and ensuring personal compliance with all site rules and procedures.
• Ensure all required training, certification, and medical assessments for continued competency in role are maintained and completed in a timely manner.
• Ensure a continued commitment to meet all other requirements set out by Aker Solutions and/or our clients/vendors.

We think you should have:

• Inter-provincial Journeyperson Certificate - Construction/Industrial Electrician or Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology
• 5 years' experience as a journeyperson or EET
• In depth understanding of applicable regulatory codes and practices within the electrical discipline and their application in an operating/brownfield environment.
• Awareness of the overall purpose of work management systems (PTW) in an operating/brownfield environment, the work scopes that would require permitting, and significant experience performing work scopes under permit including, but not limited to, lock out-tag out protocols, zero energy isolation, confined space entry.
• Interpretation of specifications through engineering drawings and work packs including, but not limited to, P&ID's, wiring diagrams, schematics, single line diagrams & equipment manuals.
• Diagnostic testing methods and troubleshooting of electrical malfunctions, failures, and system faults in power generations / distribution systems, uninterrupted power supplies, three phase motors and control systems.
• Installation/removal and testing/repair (where applicable) of cable trays, cable and glanding systems, lighting, small power systems, heat trace, three phase motors (inclusive of controls) and telecoms systems.
• Awareness and practical experience with the application of various electrical testing equipment (i.e. insulation resistance tester, clamp on electrical meters)
• Ability to formally document and submit field level modifications as red-lined drawings, field level walk downs and mechanical completion check sheets and all other inputs required for technical records.
• Awareness and practical experience with the varied control systems, power generation systems, distribution networks, and uninterrupted power supplies commonly used in a process industrial environment and the basis for their use.
• Understanding of the hazards and risks associated with electrical components/ systems and the importance of maintaining operational integrity in an operating environment, including standard preventative and predictive maintenance practices that may be applied as outlined in regulations, codes, or client/company standards.
• Understanding and practical experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical components in hazardous EX rated areas, including the characteristics of components used and precautions taken when working in the area.
• Awareness of the varied safety systems & protocols used to ensure work is performed safely - JHA, Observations, toolbox talks, permit sign on, etc.
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More reasons to work with us:

• Professional development and career opportunities
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Healthy work-life balance
• Company matching RRSP program
• Social and team-building events
• Dynamic project and team environment

Interested? Contact us.

Consistent with the Atlantic Accords Act, residents of Newfoundland and Labrador specifically, and Canadians generally, who are qualified, will be given first consideration for training and employment. For applicants selected to be interviewed, pre-employment and background screening will be required. We thank all those who apply; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our goal is to make Aker Solutions a place where everyone can perform at their best by creating opportunities for all. We see diversity as a source of creativity, innovation, and as a key competitive advantage. Diversity includes not only gender, ethnicity, or age but also disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and many other parts of one's identity. We welcome your application no matter who you are or where you come from and encourage you to let us know if you need any supportive adjustments throughout the recruitment process.



This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low-carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,000 people in more than 15 countries.