Umar Shahzad
Results-driven Electrical Technician
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Results-driven Electrical Technician with over 7 years of experience in MEP construction, LV electrical systems, electrical installations, testing, commissioning support, and maintenance. Skilled in cable containment, cable pulling, glanding, terminations, panel installation, troubleshooting, and interpreting Single Line Diagrams (SLDs). Strong knowledge of ADDC, DEWA, IEC, and HSE standards, committed to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality electrical systems while ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry regulations.
Experience
QAQC INSPECTOR - ARABIAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
(2022-03)
- Inspect LV electrical systems including cable trays, conduits, cable pulling, cable dressing, glanding, termination, and equipment installation.
- Perform quality checks on electrical panels, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, DBs, lighting systems, and power distribution equipment.
- Review and verify electrical materials through Material Inspection Requests (MIRs) and ensure compliance with approved submittals.
- Conduct inspections and witness electrical testing activities including Insulation Resistance (IR), Continuity Tests, Hi-Pot Tests, Loop Checks, and Functional Testing.
- Ensure electrical works are executed according to ADDC, ADCD, IEC, IEEE, NEC standards, and client specifications.
- Identify defects, raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Site Observation Reports (SORs), and follow up on corrective actions.
- Ensure all electrical activities comply with HSE requirements and safe working practices.
TECHNICAL SITE SUPERVISOR - EURO LINK ELECTROMECHANICAL CONTRACTING L.L.C - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
(2019-02 - 2022-02)
- Supervised daily electrical site activities and ensured work execution according to approved drawings, specifications, and project requirements.
- Reviewed electrical drawings, Single Line Diagrams (SLD), and technical documents for accurate execution of installations.
- Coordinated installation of electrical panels, DBs, MCCs, lighting fixtures, switches, sockets, and electrical equipment.
- Conducted site inspections and ensured compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements.
- Assisted in electrical testing, commissioning activities, insulation resistance (Megger) testing, continuity testing, and functional checks.
- Coordinated with project engineers, consultants, and clients for inspections, approvals, and technical issues.
- Ensured compliance with LOTO procedures, safety regulations, and company quality standards.
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN - ALNOOR BUILDERS & CONSTRUCTION HUB - Rawalpindi, Pakistan
(2017-06 - 2019-01)
- Installed and maintained Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems, including distribution boards, panels, lighting systems, power outlets, and control wiring.
- Read and interpreted Single Line Diagrams (SLD), electrical drawings, and wiring diagrams for accurate installation works.
- Conducted fault finding, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
- Ensured all electrical works complied with project specifications, safety procedures, and HSE requirements.
- Coordinated with engineers and supervisors to complete electrical works safely and efficiently.
- Maintained proper use of tools, equipment, and PPE while following LOTO and safety procedures.
Education
SSC - MATRICULATION - Science - F.G BOYS PUBLIC SCHOOL (2014) Kharian Cantt, Pakistan

