Senior Rig Electrician – Onshore Drilling Operations
Location: Kurdistan Region, Iraq
Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off
Contract: Short-term contract (2–3 rotations anticipated)
Rig Type: 1500 HP Land Rigs
Rate: Competitive daily rate (paid in USD)
Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Rig Electrician to support onshore drilling operations in the Kurdistan Region. This is a short-term rotational contract, working on 1500 HP land drilling rigs, offering a USD-paid daily rate and a 4/4 rotation.
The role requires a highly competent electrician with strong fault-finding skills and proven experience maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems on high-horsepower land rigs.
Key Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems on 1500 HP land rigs
• Ensure reliable operation of rig power generation, distribution, and control systems
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize downtime
• Ensure all electrical work complies with safety procedures and company standards
• Support rig-up, rig-down, and commissioning activities as required
• Complete maintenance records, reports, and permits
• Work closely with rig crew and supervisors to ensure safe operations

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Rig Electrician on land drilling rigs
• Hands-on experience with 1500 HP rigs is essential
• Strong knowledge of generators, VFDs, motors, MCCs, and rig electrical systems
• Relevant electrical qualifications and certifications
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work in remote environments
• Medically fit for rotational onshore work

Package

• Daily rate paid in USD
• 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotation
• Short-term contract (2–3 rotations)
• Immediate or short-notice start preferred