A Marine Electrician installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs electrical and electronic systems on boats, yachts, ships, and offshore platforms. Their role ensures safe and reliable operation of all onboard electrical components

Responsibilities

• Installation & Commissioning
• Wiring of navigation lights, control panels, switchboards, and battery banks.
• Installing generators, inverters, and shore-power connections.
• Fitting electronic systems like GPS, radar, sonar, and communication equipment.

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• Maintenance & Inspection
• Routine checks of wiring, breakers, fuses, and insulation.
• Testing batteries, alternators, and charging systems.
• Ensuring compliance with ABYC, IEC, and UAE Maritime Safety Codes.

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• Troubleshooting & Repairs
• Diagnosing faults in electrical circuits or devices.
• Repairing short circuits, faulty wiring, or corroded connectors.
• Replacing defective parts like relays, contactors, and lighting.

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• Safety
• Ensuring all systems are properly grounded.
• Maintaining fire-safe wiring and using marine-grade cables.
• Following lock-out/tag-out procedures when repairing live systems.

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Work Environment

• Shipyards, dry docks, and marinas.
• Onboard vessels (from small speedboats to large tankers).
• Offshore platforms and floating structures (like houseboats and rigs).

Skills & Qualifications Needed

• Diploma or ITI certificate in Electrical / Marine Technology.
• Knowledge of:
• AC & DC circuits
• Marine batteries & solar systems
• Generators & alternators
• Control systems (PLC basics, automation on larger vessels)

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• Ability to read electrical schematics & marine wiring diagrams.
• Hands-on experience with marine-grade equipment (waterproof connectors, tinned copper wires, etc.).

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED2,500.00 - AED3,500.00 per mont

• Installation & Commissioning
• Wiring of navigation lights, control panels, switchboards, and battery banks.
• Installing generators, inverters, and shore-power connections.
• Fitting electronic systems like GPS, radar, sonar, and communication equipment