HUSSAIN AL-KADHEM
Eastern Province,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Expert in IEDs and relays, including ABB RET 670, REB500, RED 670, SEL, GE Multilin, Areva, and Siemens. Skilled in utilizing advanced testing equipment such as Omicron CMC 256/356, CT Analyser, and Zera MT 3000. Proficient in managing SCADA systems, SAS, DFR, SAP systems, and AMR/AMI metering. Focused on enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Power Relay Technician A (Senior Specialist)
NATIONAL GRID SA (Saudi Electricity Company)
Ghazlan Power Plant, Jubail, and Ras Tanura
2025.02 - 2026.01
- Directed and trained technical teams as Group Leader, boosting team capabilities.
- Conducted design reviews and commissioned new substations to ensure operational readiness.
- Performed emergency and routine testing on EHV, HV, and MV protective relaying systems.
- Diagnosed faults using SLDs, AC/DC schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments prior to every task; promoted safer work practices in the organisation.
- Maintained a clean working environment, upheld compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Conducted diagnostic tests for identifying faults and malfunctions.
Power Relay Technician B
NATIONAL GRID SA (Saudi Electricity Company)
2020.02 - 2025.02
- Engineered serverless remote smart meter communication and Elster MUC IP solutions.
- Executed functional trip tests to validate system reliability.
- Verified compliance of CT/VT installations with relevant standards.
- Participated in Factory Acceptance Tests for new substation equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Promoted sustainability through efficient use of resources in daily tasks.
- Executed preventative maintenance on key machines, reduced downtime significantly.
Power Relay Technician C & D
NATIONAL GRID SA (Saudi Electricity Company)
2012.03 - 2020.02
- Conducted periodic testing of electromechanical and microprocessor-based relays from SEL, GE, ABB, and Siemens.
- Managed technical records and relay test reports while updating SAP system.
- Served as Safety Representative for five years, overseeing departmental accident investigations.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
King Faisal University
2012.05 - 2017.05
Specialized Diploma - Power System Protection & Control
Saudi Electricity Institute
Dammam, Eastern Province 2009.10 - 2012.02
Skills
- IEDs and relays expertise
- Testing equipment proficiency
- SCADA and SAS systems
- Substation operations management
- Troubleshooting and fault analysis
HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
- Employee of the Year (2023) & Employee of the Month (Dec 2021).
- Creativity Certificate: Innovation in Remote Smart Meter Communication (Serverless).
- Creativity Certificate: Innovation in Elster MUC IP configuration solutions.
- Appreciation Certificate: Excellence in Circuit Breaker Schematic Diagrams & Troubleshooting.
- Appreciation Certificate: Efforts in reflecting large customer data (Aramco, SWCC) into SAP.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
- International & Factory Training:
- Sweden (ABB Training Institute): Advanced Protection & Control Schemes (Jan 2014).
- Bahrain (OMICRON Academy): Advanced Testing using CMC 356 & CT Analyzer (Aug 2015).
- Alfanar Training Institute: MV/HV/EHV Switchgear Schemes & Protection Panels.
- Technical & Professional Courses:
- Inspection & Testing of Line, Transformer, and Bus Bar Protection.
- Circuit Breaker Schematic Diagrams, Fault Level Calculation, and DC/Power Electronics.
- Leadership: Training of Trainers (ToT), Leadership Essentials, and Professional Coaching.
- Future Tech: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Cybersecurity Basics.
- Safety: Risk Assessment, Fire Fighting (Certified), and First Aid.
- Riyadh (Hitachi Energy) Maintenance Training on Hitachi Digital Relay (Aug 2025)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Languages: Arabic (Native), English (Professional Proficiency).
- Nationality: Saudi | Date of Birth: 28/03/1990.
- Key Industrial Experience: Saudi Aramco, SWCC, and Jubail Industrial Co.
Timeline
Power Relay Technician A (Senior Specialist)
NATIONAL GRID SA (Saudi Electricity Company)
2025.02 - 2026.01
Power Relay Technician B
NATIONAL GRID SA (Saudi Electricity Company)
2020.02 - 2025.02
Bachelor of Business Administration -
King Faisal University
2012.05 - 2017.05
Power Relay Technician C & D
NATIONAL GRID SA (Saudi Electricity Company)
2012.03 - 2020.02
Specialized Diploma - Power System Protection & Control
Saudi Electricity Institute
2009.10 - 2012.02