Commissioning Lead

Zinfra-Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Zinfra is seeking a Commissioning Lead to guide commissioning strategies from planning through handover on gas infrastructure projects. You will collaborate with engineering, construction, operations and delivery teams to ensure well-planned, resourced and compliant commissioning activities across facilities and pipelines.

The role emphasises safety, collaboration and continuous improvement, requiring extensive experience in high‑pressure gas environments and strong technical writing and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering or a recognised mechanical trade.
• Experience in gas transmission, gas distribution, utilities or related infra environments.
• Experience planning commissioning for high‑pressure gas facilities and pipelines.
• Experience supporting pipeline inline inspection (ILI) programs.
• Knowledge of commissioning processes, including pressure testing, isolations, purging and handover.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specs and P&IDs.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and technical writing capabilities.
• Willingness to travel and hold a current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver commissioning activities, prepare plans and completion documentation.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning across gas facilities and pipelines.
• Lead risk assessments, site briefings and toolbox talks for safety.
• Review technical documentation, FAT/SAT procedures and assist testing.
• Drive continuous improvement and share best practices across projects.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree or recognised Mechanical Trade

Job description

Commissioning Lead

About Us

Zinfra is a leading infrastructure services provider committed to delivering exceptional solutions in the energy, utilities, and infrastructure sectors. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our over 2000 team members across the East Coast, consistently strive to exceed our client’s expectations and make a difference in the communities we serve.

We are looking for an experienced Commissioning Lead to join our Projects & Construction team. In this role, you'll bring together technical expertise, stakeholder engagement and operational leadership to support the successful delivery of critical gas infrastructure projects.

Reporting to the Operational Engineering Manager, you'll play a key role in planning and coordinating commissioning, pre-commissioning and pipeline inline inspection (ILI) activities. Working closely with project teams, operational stakeholders, contractors and asset owners, you'll help ensure projects transition safely and effectively from construction through to operation.

This is an opportunity to contribute your expertise in an environment that values safety, teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement.

About the Role

As our Commissioning Lead, you'll provide technical guidance throughout the project lifecycle, helping shape commissioning strategies from early project planning through to operational handover.

You'll work collaboratively across engineering, construction, operations and project delivery teams to ensure commissioning activities are carefully planned, appropriately resourced and executed in line with industry standards and business requirements.

Key areas of responsibility include:

Commissioning Planning & Delivery

• Develop commissioning plans, procedures, schedules and completion documentation.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities across gas facilities and pipelines.
• Support project teams through design reviews and commissioning readiness assessments.
• Facilitate safe and efficient transition of assets into operation.
• Partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Pipeline Inline Inspection (ILI) & Pigging

• Develop and coordinate project-specific ILI programs.
• Build strong working relationships with specialist vendors and operational teams.
• Support the successful planning and execution of pigging activities.
• Facilitate communication and alignment between project stakeholders throughout inspection programs.

Health, Safety & Risk Management

• Foster a positive and proactive safety culture.
• Lead commissioning risk assessments, site briefings and toolbox discussions.
• Support teams in identifying and managing risks before they occur.
• Ensure compliance with HSEQ requirements, Australian Standards and operational procedures.
• Contribute to safer ways of working through lessons learned and knowledge sharing.

Technical Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Review technical documentation, engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Develop FAT and SAT procedures and support testing activities.
• Share insights and recommendations that improve commissioning practices and project outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of technical standards, procedures and best practice methodologies.

About You

You are a technically capable professional who enjoys working with others to achieve successful outcomes. You build trust quickly, communicate effectively and bring a practical approach to solving complex challenges.

You’ll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical Engineering or a recognised Mechanical Trade qualification.
• Significant experience within gas transmission, gas distribution, utilities, energy or related infrastructure environments.
• Experience planning and coordinating commissioning activities for high-pressure gas facilities and pipelines.
• Experience supporting or managing pipeline inline inspection (ILI) programs.
• Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, including pressure testing, isolations, purging, gas introduction and operational handover.
• Experience preparing commissioning plans, procedures, inspection and test plans (ITPs) and completion documentation.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and technical writing capabilities.
• A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel when required.

At Zinfra, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported and valued. We proudly champion equal opportunity, gender equality, and First Nations representation—and we want you to come as you are. Our culture is built on care, inclusivity, and a belief that diverse perspectives make our projects and our people stronger.

We champion and value diversity in life and work experiences, as we know everyone benefits from broader diversity of thoughts in our problem solving, decision making and ability to innovate. We encourage applications from everyone, including First Nations people, veterans, people living with disability, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Our people are our energy source, and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for potential long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.