Commissioning Manager

Westlakes Recruit; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in nuclear solutions is seeking a Commissioning Manager for a key Defence project in Berkshire. The role involves managing commissioning for complex systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and leading a team to achieve successful project outcomes. Applicants should have substantial commissioning experience within the nuclear sector or similar regulated industries, complemented by strong leadership and stakeholder communication skills.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience overseeing commissioning for BMS, HVAC and similar systems.
• Security Clearance (SC or DV) or willingness to obtain required.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commissioning aspects of various systems including BMS and HVAC.
• Manage test failure resolution and ensure consistent safety procedures.
• Chair commissioning reviews and present progress updates.

Skills

Commissioning experience

Leadership

Stakeholder relationship building

Technical knowledge

Computer literacy

Education

HNC in engineering

Degree in equivalent qualifications

Job description

Westlakes Recruit are currently supporting one of our major clients recruiting for a Commissioning Manager, to work on one of their Nuclear Defence projects in based in Berkshire on a contract basis.

Key responsibilities

Overseeing commissioning for the commissioning aspects of a variety of systems including BMS, HVAC and Process Plant Equipment. (Based on Siemens S7 PLC system).
Manage issues found during the commissioning process through the commissioning reservation process.
Ensure safe procedures are applied consistently for all testing and commissioning across allocated work packages.
Witness Factory Acceptance Testing, Setting to Work and Site Acceptance Testing.
Manage test failure resolution.
Management, oversight and delivery of commissioning work packages within a complex infrastructure project.
Understand the requirements of AWE Commissioning procedures and ONR License Condition 21 Commissioning.
Support the management and deployment of the Overall Project Commissioning Strategy.
Plan and co-ordinate commissioning tests with the Suppliers.
Integrate test requirements and pre-requisites into the project programme.
Prepare and present regular commissioning progress updates.
Management of changes to commissioning schedules, resources and forecasts.
Chair commissioning reviews with stakeholders including design reviews, change reviews and procedure reviews.

About you:
Substantial Commissioning experience of commissioning BMS systems, vent plant or similar and managing commissioning teams to deliver successful outcomes.
Proven track record in complex project delivery, in defence (preferred) or similar technical sectors.
Strong client and stakeholder relationship building skills
Demonstrable knowledge and application of commissioning methodologies.
Ability to operate both autonomously and as part of a larger team
Excellent oral and written communication and organisation skills
Computer literacy in Microsoft applications
Full UK driving licence
Experience in the nuclear industry or other highly regulated industry.
Demonstrate sound technical knowledge and leadership experience.
An appreciation of mechanical / civil and process systems and an aptitude to work within a multi-disciplinary team.

Advantageous Experience/Knowledge:
o Degree in equivalent qualifications.
o Building Services & Management system design.
o Knowledge of safety standards (IEC 61508, 61511, 61513).
o Knowledge of Functional Safety and Reliability and associated topics.
o Project management skills.

Qualifications:
Suitable discipline specific including HNC in engineering.
Training and experience in lieu of above.

Security:
Current holder of Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance, or willing and able to obtain security clearance required for role.

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