About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Step into a Role with Real Impact: Experienced Electrician Needed in Internet City, Dubai
How often do you get to be the spark behind a company’s smooth operations? If you’re an experienced Electrician looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you. At our bustling Internet City location in Dubai, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our workplaces—and folks who depend on them—stay on and online. This isn’t just another maintenance job; it’s a chance to problem-solve, innovate, and truly own your craft in one of the region’s most dynamic tech hubs.
About Us
We’re not your typical, old-guard facility crew. Our team thrives on technology, collaboration, and a strong sense of accountability. Here in Internet City, ideas (and good coffee!) flow just as freely as the electricity you’ll be working with. We celebrate the fact that every member—from IT guru to electrician—keeps our entire ecosystem running. You’ll enjoy an environment where safety is paramount, and expertise is valued—but don’t worry, Friday team lunches are just as important as deadlines.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Layout, install, and commission electrical wiring and fixtures in both commercial offices and supporting infrastructure—no two projects will be quite the same.
- Diagnose and repair electrical malfunctions, blackouts, and appliance-related issues before they turn into real headaches.
- Tackle emergency repairs and safely restore service; sometimes the unexpected happens, and you’ll be the hero who puts things right.
- Coordinate with our tech teams for specialized installations (think server rooms and smart systems) in ways that keep operations humming.
- Conduct routine inspections, testing, and maintenance of all electrical systems, flagging any potential risks before they escalate.
- Keep thorough records of your work—clear enough for any team member to step in, detailed enough for compliance.
- Follow all UAE electrical regulations and safety protocols to a tee; we take everyone’s wellbeing seriously here.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- At least 3 years of electrical experience in a commercial or industrial environment.
- Strong hands-on knowledge of building and electrical codes regulated in the UAE.
- Proven skill in troubleshooting, repairs, and safe installation practices.
- The ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams.
- A collaborative, can-do attitude and confidence communicating with non-technical colleagues.
- Willingness to work flexible hours or emergency callouts, when needed.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Certification/license as per Dubai Municipality requirements.
- Familiarity with smart building technologies or low-voltage systems.
- Previous experience in a tech-centric or coworking environment.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary package with overtime and callout compensation.
- Steady, reliable work with a tech-forward company that values its support teams.
- All the safety gear and tools you need—plus ongoing training to keep your skills sharp.
- Friendly colleagues who know your name and share a mutual respect for your expertise.
- Modern workspace in Dubai Internet City, with good coffee and regular team socials.
- Clear opportunities for career progression—we like to promote from within.
It’s not just another job in facilities. It’s a place to grow, collaborate, and keep one of Dubai’s most exciting business hubs shining—literally and figuratively.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you describe a recent project where you performed electrical installations or major repairs in a commercial building? What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
- Walk us through how you would approach diagnosing and resolving a sudden power outage in a busy office environment.
- What steps do you take to ensure compliance with UAE electrical codes and regulations during both planned and emergency work?
- Have you worked with smart building systems or low-voltage installations before? If so, what technologies or equipment have you handled?
- When coordinating with tech teams for specialized installations like server rooms, how do you ensure that electrical requirements are met without disrupting business operations?
- Tell us about a time when routine inspection or testing helped you identify and mitigate an electrical risk before it became a bigger issue.
- How do you prioritize and handle emergency callouts, especially when juggling other ongoing maintenance jobs?
- Describe your experience interpreting blueprints or technical diagrams. Can you give an example where your attention to technical detail made a difference?
- How do you keep your work records clear and organized, and why do you think thorough documentation is important in a team environment?
- Give an example of how you communicated a technical issue to non-technical colleagues or management. What was the outcome?
- Can you share an instance where you had to adapt quickly to a change in project scope or unexpected technical obstacle?
- What do you believe makes for a collaborative and enjoyable work environment among a facility team, especially one that includes both technical and non-technical members?
- Our company values safety just as much as technical expertise. How do you ensure safe work practices are maintained, even under tight deadlines?
- Friday team lunches and social activities are part of our culture here. How do you contribute to building camaraderie and strong team relationships in the workplace?