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Team Leader - Electrical

Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerJobsforhumanity
LocationRiyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted2 months ago

The Electrical Team Leader for the fabrication and production workshop is responsible for the safe, code-compliant, and on-schedule delivery of all electrical works across SELA's event, exhibition, and show productions — from workshop pre-build through final on-site power-up and strike. He/she will coordinate with the Installation, Rigging, AV, and Design teams to ensure that power distribution, show lighting circuits, control cabling, and electrical fit-outs are built, tested, transported, and installed to the highest safety and quality standards, on time and within budget. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical proficiency in electrical systems for live events, combined with the ability to lead and develop a site-based electrical crew.

Key Responsibilities
1. Production & Supervision

Workflow Management: Plan and schedule electrical works for each project, aligning with the overall production and installation timeline.
Pre-fabrication & Testing: Ensure all power distribution boards, cable looms, control panels, and lighting/electrical assemblies are built, tested (PAT/continuity/load testing), and signed off in the workshop before dispatch to venue.
Packing & Loading: Supervise the safe packing, labelling, and loading of cables, distros, fixtures, and electrical equipment to prevent damage or loss in transit.
Resource Management: Monitor manpower, electrical materials, consumables, and tools, and requisition or secure them as required to avoid site delays.
Quality Control: Inspect all electrical installations, temporary power distribution, and lighting/AV power circuits to ensure compliance with design specifications, SASO/Saudi Electrical Code requirements, and client quality standards.

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2. Health, Safety & Compliance

Risk Management: Develop and enforce Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for temporary power, generator hook-ups, and on-site electrical installations.
Safety Enforcement: Ensure all team members comply with Health & Safety policies, including LOTO (lock-out/tag-out) procedures, RCD/earthing protection, safe use of PPE, and safe handling of power tools and test equipment.
Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all temporary electrical installations meet Saudi Electrical Code, civil defense, and venue-specific electrical safety requirements for public events.
Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop and site environment (5S standards), with cabling and distribution runs managed to eliminate trip and fire hazards.

3. Team Leadership & Communication

On-site Leadership: Lead daily site electrical operations and allocate tasks to electricians and technicians, ensuring efficient use of manpower to meet load-in and show-ready deadlines.
Coaching & Mentoring: Train and mentor junior electricians and technicians on power distribution, cable management, lighting circuits, and tool/equipment safety.
Performance Monitoring: Conduct daily toolbox talks and team briefings, monitor crew performance, and provide feedback to improve efficiency and reduce rework or snags.
Project Liaison: Liaise with production managers, lighting/AV designers, riggers, and site management to provide progress updates, resolve technical bottlenecks, and ensure a seamless power-up for every show or activation

Qualifications & Skills

Experience: 5+ years of proven experience in electrical works for live events, exhibitions, theatrical/scenic production, themed entertainment, or a similar fast-paced workshop and site environment.
Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of temporary power distribution, generators, three-phase systems, show lighting circuits, cable management, and low-voltage control systems.
Blueprint Interpretation: Ability to read and interpret electrical single-line diagrams, power plans, CAD drawings, and design specifications.
Safety Certifications: Relevant electrical and H&S qualifications (e.g., licensed electrician certification, IOSH/NEBOSH, or equivalent local certification recognized in Saudi Arabia).
Language & Mobility: Arabic and/or English proficiency preferred; willingness to travel to venues across the Kingdom and internationally as project needs require.
Soft Skills: Strong leadership, ability to work under pressure against tight show deadlines, proactive problem-solving, and excellent communication with cross-functional production teams.

Typical Working Conditions
• Environment: Must be able to work in a workshop environment, which may include loud noise, dust, and heat, with some on-site installation work.
• Hours: May require working evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet event deadlines.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site, which may include lifting, standing for long periods, and working in varied conditions.

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