Chief Electrician - Oil & Gas Drilling Operations
Chief Electricians – Oil & Gas Drilling Operations
Papua New Guinea | ***** Roster | Excellent Day Rates | Flights, Accommodation & Meals Included
Are you an experienced Chief Electrician with drilling rig experience looking for your next challenge?
High Arctic Energy Services is seeking skilled and safety-focused
Chief Electricians
to join our drilling operations in Papua New Guinea. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on major energy projects, lead highly capable maintenance teams, and play a critical role in delivering safe and reliable drilling operations.
Working on a balanced
28 days on / 28 days off roster
, you'll enjoy excellent remuneration, long-term contract stability, and the opportunity to work with some of the industry's leading drilling equipment and technologies.
About High Arctic Energy Services
High Arctic Energy Services is a leading international drilling contractor and oilfield services provider supporting some of Papua New Guinea's most significant energy developments. With a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, teamwork and employee development, High Arctic has established itself as a trusted partner delivering world-class drilling solutions in challenging and remote environments.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Maintenance Superintendent, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising drilling rig electrical systems and associated equipment to ensure operational reliability and safety. You will lead and develop electrical personnel while driving best-practice maintenance standards across the rig.
Key Responsibilities
Lead all electrical maintenance activities on drilling rig operations.
Ensure electrical systems and equipment are maintained to the highest operational standards.
Coordinate preventative maintenance programs through CMMS systems.




Troubleshoot and resolve electrical faults to minimise downtime and maximise operational performance.
Supervise, mentor and develop Electricians and AC Technicians.
Ensure compliance with company, client and regulatory safety requirements.
Participate in safety leadership initiatives, audits, inspections and emergency response activities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across maintenance and drilling operations.
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you must possess:
Current Australian Electrical Licence (Mandatory)
Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical maintenance on Oil & Gas drilling rigs (Mandatory)
Proven experience in a Chief Electrician or Electrical Leadership role
Strong experience with rig electrical systems, drives, generators and drilling equipment
Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Electrical Equipment in Hazardous Areas (EEHA) qualification
Current certification or experience in:
Working at Heights
Low Voltage Rescue
H2S Awareness
Permit to Work Systems
SCBA
First Aid
Fire Response & Emergency Management
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Demonstrated commitment to safety leadership and operational excellence
Highly Regarded
Instrumentation qualifications
ABB ACS880 experience
NOV Top Drive experience
Ross Hill systems experience
Previous PNG or remote-site operational experience
Elevated Work Platform (EWP) licence
What's On Offer?
Excellent Employee Benefits
Competitive day rates
***** FIFO roster
Long-term ongoing opportunities
Flights provided from point of hire
Accommodation and meals supplied whilst on roster
Work on industry-leading drilling assets
Strong safety culture
Career growth and development opportunities
Supportive and experienced leadership team
Opportunity to work on critical energy projects in a dynamic international setting
Join High Arctic and help power the future of energy through safe, reliable and world-class drilling operations.
Applications Close: Friday 7th August ****.
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