E&I Commissioning Engineer

Ugl; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

UGL is seeking a Commissioning Engineer for a site-based 2-week assignment at the Watsia Gas Plant, Geraldton, WA. You will oversee installation, testing and commissioning to ensure safe operation.

You will review specs, develop commissioning plans, perform system walk-downs, conduct tests, troubleshoot faults across mechanical, electrical and control systems, and document results while maintaining HSE compliance and liaising with project teams.

Qualifications

• Degree or trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, or related Engineering.
• Experience in commissioning, construction, startup or maintenance environments.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan & Prepare: Review contract documentation, drawings, technical specifications, commissioning procedures, and manufacturer manuals prior to site mobilisation.
• Pre-Functional Checks: Conduct system walk-downs and inspections; verify equipment installation and readiness for startup.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Develop, coordinate, and execute functional and performance testing; diagnose and resolve faults across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure commissioning activities comply with HSE standards and project requirements.
• Documentation & Reporting: Record results, manage punch lists, and prepare detailed commissioning reports and client handover documentation.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, vendors and clients; participate in project meetings.

Skills

Fault finding

Interpret drawings

Stakeholder management

Communication

Safety compliance

On-site commissioning

Education

Electrical

Mechanical

Instrumentation/Controls

Job description

UGL are currently seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join our team. This is a site-based role with a 2 week duration at Watsia Gas Plant.

In this role you will play a critical role in ensuring systems are installed, tested, and operating safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and verifying that systems meet design specifications, regulatory requirements, and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan & Prepare
  • Review contract documentation, drawings, technical specifications, commissioning procedures, and manufacturer manuals prior to site mobilisation.
  • Develop commissioning plans, schedules, and testing methodologies.
• Pre-Functional Checks
  • Conduct system walk-downs and inspections.
  • Verify equipment installation, configuration, and readiness for startup activities.
• Testing & Troubleshooting
  • Develop, coordinate, and execute functional and performance testing.
  • Identify, diagnose, and resolve faults across mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
  • Support startup and operational readiness activities.
• Compliance & Safety
  • Ensure all commissioning activities comply with HSE standards, industry regulations, and project requirements.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and participate in risk assessments and permit processes.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Record testing results and maintain commissioning records.
  • Manage punch lists, track system deficiencies, and verify close-out actions.
  • Prepare detailed commissioning reports and client handover documentation.
• Stakeholder Coordination
  • Collaborate with project managers, construction teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide technical advice throughout the commissioning phase

About You

• Degree or Trade qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Controls, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Previous experience in commissioning, construction, startup, or maintenance environments.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Willingness to travel and work on-site as required.

What Makes You Right For UGL

• Genuine concern for safety
• Ability to provide a safe, supportive and positive workplace
• Capacity to flourish in a high-performance environment
• An innovative mindset and a willingness to challenge the norm
• A belief that success and value are driven by real teams where everyone has a role to play

About Us

UGL is well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within, rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity - in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

Reference - 269852

Discipline

Testing and Commissioning

Primary Location

Australia-WA-Geraldton, Gascoyne & Midwest

Other Locations

Australia-WA-Kwinana

Work Type

Casual