AHMAD ALI AL-SETM
Al-Khobar,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced Rig Electrician with over 15 years of experience in oil and gas drilling rigs, specializing in 2000–3000 HP SCR & VFD systems. Proven expertise in electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, rig moves, and strict HSE compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Rig Electrician
ADES Drilling International
Al-Khobar
2018.11 - 2026.01
- Rig Electrician – ADES Drilling International (3000 HP Rig), Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Assistant Rig Electrician
ADES Rig 13
2018.05 - 2019.05
- Assistant Rig Electrician – ADES Rig 13 (2000 HP)
Assistant Rig Electrician
Weatherford Drilling International
2010.06 - 2018.11
- Assistant Rig Electrician – Weatherford Drilling International
Assistant Rig Electrician
Crossbow Drilling Company
2008.05 - 2010.06
- Assistant Rig Electrician – Crossbow Drilling Company (Rig 601), Syria
Education
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Engineering Technical Institute
Damascus 2004.01 - 2007.01
Skills
Strong troubleshooting skills
Excellent teamwork and communication
High safety awareness
Ability to work under pressure
Independent and reliable
Long working hours capability
Certification
- Rig Pass – Weatherford
- H2S & BA
- Permit to Work (PTW)
- LOTO
- Confined Space Entry
- Aramco EHR
- Genie Lift License (Saudi Aramco)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- - Electrical maintenance and troubleshooting of rig equipment
- - Operation and maintenance of Caterpillar generators
- - SCR & VFD systems (Allen Bradley, Omron)
- - Rig up / rig down electrical supervision
- - Permit to Work (PTW) system implementation
- - Preventive maintenance planning
- - Stock control and spare parts management
- - HSE compliance and safety drills
Timeline
Rig Electrician
ADES Drilling International
2018.11 - 2026.01
Assistant Rig Electrician
ADES Rig 13
2018.05 - 2019.05
Assistant Rig Electrician
Weatherford Drilling International
2010.06 - 2018.11
Assistant Rig Electrician
Crossbow Drilling Company
2008.05 - 2010.06
Diploma - Electrical Engineering
Engineering Technical Institute
2004.01 - 2007.01