Commissioning Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

West Recruitment Consulting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a skilled Commissioning Engineer in Sydney, New South Wales. This role is pivotal in overseeing the commissioning of critical water infrastructure projects, ensuring operational compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in water or wastewater systems and a proven track record of managing complex commissioning tasks while working collaboratively with construction and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with commissioning mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to manage commissioning documentation effectively.
• Experience in ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commissioning of systems for water infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and manage commissioning documentation.
• Supervise installation, identify defects, and ensure rectifications.

Skills

Commissioning experience in water or wastewater infrastructure

Problem-solving skills

Documentation management (O&Ms, ITPs)

Training and support for operations teams

Tools

SCADA

Instrumentation

Job description

Overview

Play a key role in commissioning critical water infrastructure assets, ensuring systems are fully operational and compliant.

Your New Company

This company is a recognised leader in water infrastructure across Australia, known for delivering complex projects with a practical, hands-on approach. With a strong pipeline of work in the water and utilities sector, they focus on high-quality outcomes and fostering a collaborative team environment. They are seeking a skilled Commissioning Engineer with experience in water or wastewater.

Your New Role

As the Commissioning Engineer, you will:

• Lead the commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems for major water infrastructure projects, overseeing all stages from pre-commissioning to process commissioning.
• Prepare, manage, and maintain commissioning documentation, including O&Ms, ITPs, ITCs, SOPs, and other required materials.
• Coordinate safety and design reviews (HAZOP, CHAZOP, CHAIR), provide technical input, and ensure adherence to commissioning SWMS and safety protocols.
• Supervise installation and construction activities, identify defects, and ensure timely rectification while verifying instrumentation, SCADA integration, VSD configuration, alarms, and system performance.
• Develop and execute cutover and seeding plans, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure seamless system integration, optimal performance, and smooth handover to operations.
• Provide training and operational support to staff to ensure safe and efficient operation of commissioned assets.

About You

You’re a confident Commissioning Engineer with proven experience in water or wastewater commissioning. You can independently manage complex commissioning tasks while coordinating with construction and operations teams.

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

• Hands-on experience commissioning water or wastewater infrastructure assets, including mechanical and electrical systems, SCADA, instrumentation, alarms, and process interlocks.
• Proven ability to generate, manage, and maintain commissioning documentation such as O&Ms, ITCs, ITPs, and SOPs.
• Strong problem-solving skills to resolve commissioning challenges, ensuring seamless system integration and compliance with Sydney Water requirements and safety standards.
• Collaborative mindset with experience training and supporting operations teams during asset handover.
• Commitment to long-term engagement and growth within a stable project and business environment.

If the opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the operational success of critical water infrastructure projects is of interest, apply now or contact Sefa Prasad on 0483 945 772.

Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia