Commissioning Engineer

Randstad Construction and Property; Havant; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property seeks an experienced MEICA Commissioning Engineer for an ongoing contract in Havant, Hampshire. You will own the commissioning lifecycle across water facilities, leading testing and Takeover while coordinating with client teams and OEMs to ensure compliance and smooth integration.

The role requires 5+ years in UK water MEICA and a broad technical background, with formal tickets and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' MEICA and commissioning experience in the UK water sector.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, switchgear, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs and dosing.
• CSCS/ECS card and BS7671 (18th Edition) are required.
• Full UK driving licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Project Commissioning Plans and testing procedures from outline design to site execution.
• Lead FAT, SAT, dry and wet commissioning and document Takeover.
• Coordinate with client Asset Operations Teams and OEMs to ensure safe, compliant MEICA works.

Skills

MEICA commissioning

Water sector experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

BS7671 (18th Edition)

Tools

CSCS/ECS Card

DSEAR / CompEx ExF

AP/EAP Training

First Aid at Work

Job description

MEICA Commissioning Engineer

Location: Havant, Hampshire

Contract Rate: £450 - £500 per day (LTD / Outside IR35 negotiable)

Engagement Type: Ongoing Contract (AMP 7 transitioning into AMP 8)

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Project Overview

We are seeking an experienced MEICA Commissioning Engineer to join an infrastructure contractor delivering critical water and wastewater asset upgrades across Havant and the surrounding Hampshire region.

This ongoing contract offers long-term stability: you will take ownership of active delivery schemes and drive them seamlessly into the AMP8 investment cycle, overseeing the full commissioning lifecycle through to formal client Takeover. Operating across clean water (WTW) and wastewater facilities (WwTW), you will lead the testing, integration, and operational verification of complex mechanical, electrical, and ICA systems.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Strategy & Technical Management: Author and manage Project Commissioning Plans and testing procedures from outline design to full site execution. Ensure all MEICA works comply with water authority standards and WIMES regulations. Coordinate with client Asset Operations Teams to integrate new plant with live site assets without disruption.

Testing & Asset Takeover: Manage and document Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), dry testing, and full wet commissioning. Lead the systematic resolution of site snags and performance trials for formal Takeover. Engage early with DSEAR specialists and OEM vendors to complete O&M documentation on schedule.

Health & Safety: Establish and enforce rigorous MEICA safe systems of work across all active commissioning zones. Apply strict mechanical/electrical safety rules, acting as an appointed LV Electrical Authorised Person (LV EAP) where required.

Requirements & Certifications

Water Sector Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience delivering MEICA and commissioning packages in the UK water sector (AMP6, AMP7, or AMP8).

Technical Breadth: Strong working knowledge of pumps, switchgear, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs, chemical dosing, screens, and filtration assets.

Mandatory Tickets: Full UK Driving Licence, CSCS/ECS Card, EUSR National Water Hygiene Card, SSSTS (minimum) or SMSTS (preferred), and BS7671 (18th Edition).

Desirable: Authorised Person Low Voltage Training (AP / EAP), DSEAR / CompEx ExF, PROFIBUS Commissioning, and First Aid at Work.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.