Commissioning Manager

Progressive Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager for a major petrochemical project in Liverpool. This full-time contract role involves hands-on leadership in the commissioning process, requiring strong technical expertise and coordination across various teams. The position offers competitive pay outside IR35, with an immediate start and a duration of three months, potentially extendable.

Benefits

Outside IR35 contract engagement

Competitive market rates based on experience

Immediate start with a 3-month contract

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commissioning within petrochemical or related process industries.
• Strong understanding of piping systems and process plant operations.
• Familiarity with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors and internal teams.
• Ensure all work complies with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Process Mechanical Bias

Education

Degree in Process Engineering

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

API

ASME

IEC

Job description

Job Title: Commissioning Manager - Contract Position

Location: Liverpool
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
Project: Major Petrochemical Development Project
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 3 Months (with potential extension)
IR35 Status: Outside IR35

About the Role:

We are currently seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead critical-stage commissioning activities on a major petrochemical project based in Liverpool. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical expertise and coordination across multiple stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient commissioning of mechanical and process systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and execution of commissioning activities from mechanical completion through to system handover.
• Coordinate with EPC contractors, vendors, and internal engineering and operations teams.
• Ensure all commissioning work is carried out in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Manage documentation, punch lists, and system readiness for handover.

Requirements:

• Degree in Process Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven experience in commissioning within petrochemical or related process industries.
• Strong process mechanical bias, including piping systems, rotating equipment, and process plant operations.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards (e.g., API, ASME, IEC).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

What's on Offer:

• Outside IR35 contract engagement.
• Competitive market rates, based on experience.
• Immediate start with a 3-month contract duration.

To Apply:
Please send your latest CV to to be considered and to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

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