Job Description
An Electrical Technician (E01 Classification) in Brunei is responsible for the safely controlled installation, testing, routine maintenance, and repair of low-voltage electrical systems (not exceeding 1,000V AC or 1,500V DC) in strict compliance with the Department of Electrical Services (DES) standards.
- Wiring & Installation: Lay out, pull, and terminate electrical cables, conduits, and trunking for low-voltage power and lighting systems.
- Component Assembly: Install, wire, and modify electrical distribution boards (DBs), main switchboards, circuit breakers, and isolators.
- System Testing: Perform insulation, earth-continuity, and loop-impedance testing using calibrated multi-meters and insulation testers.
- Fault Diagnosis: Troubleshoot power outages, short circuits, and equipment malfunctions in residential, commercial, or light industrial buildings.
- Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections of electrical systems, clean switchgears, tighten loose connections, and replace faulty components.
- DES Compliance Logs: Maintain precise testing logs, single-line diagrams, and completion certificates required for DES inspection approvals.
Other Requirements
DES Registration: Must hold a valid DES E01 Worker Pass Card (Authorized Electrical Worker).Education: HNitec, Nitec, or Diploma in Electrical Engineering (e.g., from IBTE or Politeknik Brunei).
Experience: Minimum 1 to 3 years of practical field experience in electrical installation and building maintenance.
Regulations: Thorough working knowledge of the Brunei Electrical Installation Requirements 2013 and the Workplace Safety and Health Order (WSHO).
Logistics & Language: Valid Brunei Class 3 manual driving license and functional communication skills in Malay and English.
Skills
- electrical and wiring
- Electrical Maintenance
- Electrical & Electronics
- Electrical Codes
- Electrical technician skills
- electrical installation
- electrical troubleshooting
Education
- Diploma/National Diploma
Job Information
Experience
3-4
