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Electrician - Competence Pool - MODU

Odfjell Drilling·📍 Offshore, NO·Posted 24 July 2026

With experience and expertise from operations across the globe, we are proud to offer a state-of-the-art semisubmersible rig fleet and highly skilled crews equipped to operate in in the harshest environments. We have established our world-leading position in the industry through five decades of operational success in some of the most challenging natural environments on earth. Odfjell Drilling is continuously seeking skilled and motivated offshore Electricians to join our Competence Pool The Competence Pool is a dedicated workforce that supports our offshore operations by providing qualified personnel to our rig fleet whenever operational needs arise. By applying, you will register your CV for ongoing and future recruitment needs within the Competence Pool. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Please note that only candidates selected for further consideration and interview will be contacted. As a member of our Competence Pool, you will have the opportunity to work across our offshore units, contributing to safe and efficient operations in a dynamic and challenging environment. If you meet the qualifications below and are interested in becoming part of the Odfjell Drilling team, we encourage you to register your interest by applying. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Electrician shall satisfy the requirements related to formal education in accordance with international regulations for mobile offshore drilling units Certification as electro-automation technician, alternatively ship electrician or qualification as electrician with maritime technical module ETO Certificate Satisfy requirement for high-voltage competence on mobile offshore drilling unit with system voltage above 1000 VAC Additional competence is required with respect to electrical installations in hazardous areas (Ex), rules and regulations, as well as system training specified for the position Systematic familiarization/Competence Assessment(s) for position Documented relevant experience from offshore/maritime operations Fluent written/oral English Norwegian language DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Electrician is responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and associated equipment on the unit Ensure that electrical systems comply with regulations Participate in the execution of multi-disciplinary maintenance Ensure compliance with the procedures relating to maintenance of the rig’s temporary equipment (electrical tools, etc) Ensure compliance with the procedures relating to the rig’s electrical safety (equipment, etc.) Housekeeping in the electrical workshop and other areas of responsibility Installation of new electrical equipment Control and hook-up of equipment, for service companies, to the rig systems Update and report “red mark-up” for documentation related to onboard electrical systems and installations/equipment Execute planned/preventative maintenance in accordance with the company’s maintenance program and ensure that this is updated in the electronic maintenance system According to requirements specified in the FSE safety regulations, the on-duty electrician is delegated as the onboard operational leader and has specialist responsibility for the operation and maintenance of electrical installations Electrician is responsible for ensuring that work is carried out in a safe, professional manner in accordance with the safety provisions contained in the electrical regulations and the company’s and operator’s requirements/standards Carry out and record addition/removal of isolation to/from electrical equipment or electrically operated equipment that is maintained in accordance with the requirements given in the Permission to Work (PtW) system Contribute to that stock is provided with the consumables, parts and tools necessary for execution of maintenance within his/her area of responsibility Main system/equipment responsibilities Low High voltage switchboards MCC switchboards UPS systems Transformers - Generators - Electric Motors Drilling Thruster VFD Lighting, plugs and heating Galley equipment Marine Drilling equipment-power Above mentioned systems when integrated in 3rd party equipment REPORTS TO Electrical Supervisor We live our core values – creative, competent, result oriented, committed – while always being safety conscious.

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