Wood is currently recruiting for an Electrical Advisor to join its Singapore business unit, focusing on ensuring compliance with safety standards, reliability of operations, and optimal performance of electrical assets for a Major Onshore Brownfield project in Basra, Iraq on 4*4 rotation.

This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirement.

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Wood is currently recruiting for an Electrical Advisor to join its Singapore business unit, focusing on ensuring compliance with safety standards, reliability of operations, and optimal performance of electrical assets for a Major Onshore Brownfield project in Basra, Iraq on 4*4 rotation.

This is a full-time onsite position in Basra, Iraq, with travel requirement.

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The role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Electrical Advisor to join our Singapore Business Unit.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood is an integral part of operations in Iraq, and we are continuing to grow our footprint across the country. With a 90-year heritage, 10 major contracts and over 850 employees, we have the skills, expertise and asset knowledge to support clients to deliver energy security and decarbonisation ambitions.

Wood excels in supporting our clients to deliver complex upstream and midstream oil and gas projects in Iraq delivering maintenance, modifications and engineering solutions. We are committed to decarbonising existing assets, producing cleaner energy and developing a sustainable national workforce, ensuring the long-term growth of the region.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects Delivered to high profile clients and complex projects in Iraq


• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice


• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market


• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment.


• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests


• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Job Purpose

The role ensures compliance with safety standards, reliability of operations, and optimal performance of electrical assets. The Advisor works closely with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to plan, execute, and audit maintenance activities.

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert-level troubleshooting and diagnostic support for electrical systems, including switchgear, transformers, motors, MCCs, relays, UPS, and power distribution networks.


• Review, validate, and optimize preventive and predictive maintenance programs.


• Ensure adherence to OEM recommendations, engineering standards, and industry best practices.


• Lead root-cause analysis (RCA) for electrical failures and recurrent issues.


• Recommend equipment upgrades, refurbishments, and modernization plans.


• Monitor asset health and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.


• Support execution of shutdowns, turnarounds, and major maintenance campaigns.


• Review engineering documents, drawings, work packs, and method statements.


• Provide on-site supervision to ensure quality and compliance during critical electrical works.

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Expected:

• 15+ years of experience in electrical maintenance within the oil & gas industry.


• Strong background in electrical power systems, rotating equipment, and hazardous area equipment.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management.


• Ability to work in multicultural and high-pressure environments.


• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.


• Leadership and coaching capabilities.