Commissioning Lead

STARPLEX LIMITED t/a Woodland Consultancy Services; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Stevenage is looking for a Commissioning Lead for a 12-18 month EPC Project starting in January 2026. The ideal candidate will have a BSc/B.Eng. Degree and 15-20 years of experience in the oil and gas sector. Responsibilities include managing commissioning deliverables, leading a team, and developing high-quality reports and plans. Skills in technical writing, planning, and leadership are essential for this role, along with knowledge of Total Energies methodologies.

Qualifications

• 15-20 years oil and gas experience.
• Knowledge of Total Energies OPERCOM methodology and iCAPs Completions is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of Commissioning and Operations deliverables.
• Lead a small Commissioning & Operations team.
• Develop high-quality Commissioning & Operations deliverables.
• Attend Engineering reviews, HAZOP, Model, P&ID as required.

Skills

Good technical writing skills

Leadership skills

Planning skills

Organisational skills

Education

BSc / B.Eng. Degree in Engineering or HNC

Job description

Our Client is seeking a Commissioning Lead to work on an EPC Project for an initial 12 18 month contract role starting January 2026.

EXPERIENCE:

• BSc / B.Eng. Degree in Engineering or HNC in relevant subjects
• 15-20 years oil and gas experience
• Good technical writing skills and experience in writing deliverables is essential
• Self-motivated with good planning, leadership and organisation skills.
• Knowledge of Total Energies OPERCOM methodology and iCAPs Completions an advantage

JOB SCOPE:

Our Clint requires an experienced Commissioning Lead/Manager to lead the Home Office phase of the CPF EPC Project. This role will report directly to the Project Manager.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage the delivery of Commissioning and Operations deliverables and ensure commissioning and operations objectives are embedded into the design
• Leading a small Commissioning & Operations team based in our Clients Surrey office.
• The development of a high number of good quality Commissioning & Operations deliverables including plans, procedures, PC&C task registers, check lists, test sheets, CMS set up, etc.
• Attending Engineering reviews, HAZOP, Model, P&ID, plot plan, as required.