GIS Installation and Commissioning Supervisor

The opportunity

As the GIS Installation and Commissioning Supervisor, you will be part of the High Voltage Product Business Unit at Hitachi Energy, based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. In this role, you will oversee all activities necessary for the successful installation, repair, and fault resolution of switching systems.

You will support the installation of High Voltage systems, representing the team with your technical expertise and engaging with clients at the installation site. It is essential to adhere to project deadlines while maintaining a focus on cost-performance ratios. You will also embody the Hitachi Energy Quality philosophy, taking into account the unique conditions present on construction sites.

How you'll make an impact

• Support the installation and commissioning activities, ensuring they are executed with the highest technical standards and perform installation and maintenance work independently.
• Ensure compliance with installation requirements and safety measures, particularly when working on live system components.
• Mark up drawings and documents to reflect any necessary changes or modifications made during the installation process.
• Assist the sub-supplier's installation superintendent in planning and coordinating the workforce needed to meet project schedules.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to assess the status of completed and outstanding work.
• Inspect incoming materials for completeness and potential damage, coordinating material handling with the sub-supplier's Material Control team.
• Issue non-conformance reports for any damaged or missing equipment within Hitachi Energy's scope of supply, in collaboration with the Project Manager.
• Oversee final installation and commissioning tests, ensuring completion documentation is accurate, and supervise loop check activities while participating in site meetings as requested by the Project Manager.
• Ensure the competent execution of assigned tasks.
• Perform any additional tasks assigned by management to fulfill job requirements.
• Living Hitachi Energy core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• A bachelor's degree or higher diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Previous working experience 8+ Years with GIS preferred.
• Solid experience in handling SF6 gas; knowledge of Hitachi Energy High Voltage GIS products is a plus.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required.