FS Electrical Technician

 

Job Title	FS Electrical Technician	Work Schedule	Equal Rotation
Department	Field Services	Work Location	HKN Syria Fields, Al-Hasakah, Syrian Arab Republic– any of HKN’s site
Reports to	N/A	Start Date	To be confirmed
Subordinates	N/A	Application Deadline	November 11, 2026
Contract Type	Open Contract	Other details	Three months’ probation

 

About Us:

HKN Syria Ltd. is a privately held, independent oil and gas company operating in the Syrian Arab Republic. HKN Syria operates the Suwaydiya, Rmeilan, Alyan, Karatchuk, Sazaba, Laylak, Hamzeh, and Oudeh fields and is comprised of 1,189 km². The fields share an Upper Cretaceous carbonate reservoir system, with the fractured "Massive" limestone as the principal producing horizon, with more than 2,100 wells mapped across the concession.

 At HKN, our strength lies in our highly experienced, diverse team, whose professionals bring insights from working across 80+ countries. We are committed to building a culture deeply rooted in our Core Values, which include Integrity, Respect, Commitment, Excellence, and Teamwork.

 

Position Summary

The Electrical Technician is responsible for the installation, operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in both camp facilities and field locations. The role ensures safe, reliable, and uninterrupted electrical power supply for accommodation camps, offices, workshops, generators, lighting systems, and field operations while complying with company policies, electrical standards, and HSE requirements.

  

Main Duties & Responsibilities

·         Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems and equipment.

·         Install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, lighting fixtures, sockets, switches, distribution boards, and control panels.

·         Operate and maintain diesel generators, transformers, UPS systems, and related electrical equipment.

·         Conduct regular inspections of camp and field electrical installations to identify and rectify faults.

·         Monitor power distribution systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.

·         Respond promptly to electrical breakdowns and emergency repair requests.

·         Ensure proper grounding, circuit protection, and electrical safety measures are maintained.

·         Read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.

·         Maintain records of maintenance activities, inspections, and equipment performance.

·         Support camp facility maintenance activities as required.

·         Coordinate with supervisors and other departments to plan and execute maintenance work.

·         Ensure compliance with company HSE procedures, electrical regulations, and industry standards.

·         Maintain tools, test instruments, and spare parts in good working condition.

·         Participate in emergency response activities and standby duties when required.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

·         Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or Diploma in Electrical engineering.

·         Minimum 5 years of electrical maintenance experience in camps, industrial facilities, oil & gas fields, or similar environments.

·         Knowledge of power generation, distribution systems, motor controls, and electrical troubleshooting.

·         Ability to use electrical testing equipment such as multimeter, insulation testers, and clamp meters.

·         Familiarity with electrical safety standards, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and permit-to-work systems.

·         Understands and respects company HSE regulations and requirements

·         Work safely in H₂S environments and follow all H₂S safety, monitoring, and emergency response procedures.

·         Good communication and teamwork skills.

·         Ability to work in remote field locations and camp environments.

·         A pre-requisite is the ability to communicate in English, both verbally and written.

·         Experienced in working with Maintenance and Material Management systems.

·         Good English language skills

·         Organizational and planning skills

 

Physical Requirements

·         Physically fit and capable of working in varying weather and operational conditions.