Hybrid Renewable Energy Project Commissioning Lead

Aggreko; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Dynamic culture

Global resources access

Job summary

Aggreko is seeking an experienced Project Commissioning Lead to drive commissioning for hybrid renewable energy projects, including thermal, solar PV, BESS, and wind. You will prepare procedures, manage teams, and ensure safe, high-quality handover of assets.

Ideal candidates will have 5–10+ years in power generation commissioning, strong HV/LV knowledge, and familiarity with EMS/SCADA systems and grid codes. Willingness to work across remote/ challenging sites is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• High voltage switching qualifications or equivalent (preferred).
• OEM training / certifications for solar inverters, wind turbines, or BESS systems (advantage).
• Strong knowledge of relevant codes, standards and regulations (IEC, AS/NZS, grid codes).
• 5–10+ years commissioning experience in power generation and/or heavy industrial projects.
• Established track record commissioning thermal, solar PV, wind turbines, and BESS.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead commissioning activities for hybrid renewable energy projects (thermal, solar PV, BESS, wind).
• Develop commissioning procedures, IPT schedules, procedures, and checklists.
• Supervise commissioning teams, subcontractors, and third-party vendors for quality and safety.
• Oversee system testing, performance verification, and troubleshooting during commissioning phases.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and operations to resolve technical issues and optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HV Switching (qualifications)

EMS & SCADA knowledge

Grid codes understanding

Leadership & team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy

Tools

EMS

SCADA

HV/LV electrical systems

Job description

Aggreko is seeking an experienced Project Commissioning Lead to drive commissioning for hybrid renewable energy projects, including thermal, solar PV, BESS, and wind. You will prepare procedures, manage teams, and ensure safe, high-quality handover of assets.

Ideal candidates will have 5–10+ years in power generation commissioning, strong HV/LV knowledge, and familiarity with EMS/SCADA systems and grid codes. Willingness to work across remote/ challenging sites is essential.