Commissioning Manager

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Commissioning Manager for offshore wind farm projects. This role involves managing commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and preparing necessary documentation. The position offers a flexible working arrangement with potential site visits and office meetings in Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Grid code and OFTO.
• Knowledge of offshore wind farm construction and commissioning phases.

Responsibilities

• Manage commissioning for Transmission Substation and Wind Farm projects.
• Prepare project commissioning documentation including inspection and test plan.
• Oversee site commissioning management and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Electrical Safety standards

Health and Safety compliance

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Job Title: Offshore wind farm Project - Commissioning Manager

Location: Birmingham, UK - Working from home (with potential monthly office meeting at central Birmingham or site visit or EU Hub short visit)

Duration: 6–12-months contract (potential extension until October 2028 and further)

Job Description:

1. Manage the commissioning for projects within the Transmission Substation and Wind Farm substation industries.
2. Prepare the project commissioning documentation including schedule, inspection and test plan, test procedures, etc.
3. Act as the single point of contact with the Project Commissioning team to coordinate commissioning activities and requirements with clients and third parties.
4. Ensure knowledge of Electrical Safety standards, policies, procedures, and practices.
5. Oversee site commissioning management, including Safe Systems of Work, LV permits, and lock-out tag-out procedures.
6. Plan and execute site commissioning activities (secondary injection, primary injection, functional testing, etc.) for LV and HV equipment for substations up to 400kV.
7. Understand offshore wind farm construction and commissioning phases and UK national grid procedures.
8. Comply with Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements and The Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
9. Develop commissioning programmes and supporting procedures.
10. Possess knowledge of Grid code and OFTO, with proven experience.
11. Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in electrical engineering or a related field.