Commissioning Manager (Electrical) in EX1, Exeter, Devon

Energy Jobline CVL; Exeter; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private medical insurance

Pension

Life assurance

Volunteering days

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer – Electrical in Exeter to support wastewater projects across Devon. You will plan, execute and hand over commissioning activities for mechanical, electrical and process systems, working with project teams, subcontractors and clients to ensure safe, efficient delivery.

The role requires experience in commissioning, strong communication, and willingness to travel; CSCS/SMSTS and BS7671 18th Edition are desirable qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in commissioning electrical systems in water/wastewater projects.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Good IT and documentation discipline.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver commissioning activities and handover documents.
• Review designs and subcontractor docs for commissioning readiness.
• Coordinate site activities with teams, subcontractors and clients.

Skills

Commissioning

Wastewater

Communication

Documentation

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Commissioning Engineer – Electrical (Wastewater / AMP8)
Location: Exeter (covering sites across Devon)
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

We’re recruiting on behalf of a leading UK engineering and construction contractor who has recently been appointed to a new water framework. They’re looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join their Infrastructure team, delivering wastewater projects for a major water utility client across Devon.

You’ll join the project delivery team and play a key role in planning, coordinating and supporting the commissioning of mechanical, electrical and process systems. Your focus will be making sure projects are delivered safely and efficiently and are ready for a smooth handover to the client. It’s a great chance to join a growing team working on essential water infrastructure that makes a real difference to local communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver commissioning activities, including procedures, plans and handover documentation
• Review designs, specifications and subcontractor documents to spot commissioning risks and make sure installations are ready for testing and handover
• Work closely with project teams, subcontractors and client representatives, attending commissioning meetings and coordinating site activities
• Track commissioning progress, produce regular reports, organise client witnessing, sampling and training, and help compile O&M manuals
• Help resolve commissioning and snagging issues through to project completion and the defects liability period

About You

• Commissioning experience or knowledge in wastewater or the wider water industry
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, and the ability to work well across project teams
• Good IT skills and a methodical approach to planning and documentation
• SMSTS and CSCS cards
• BS7671 18th Edition (essential)
• CompEx qualifications ()
• A relevant engineering qualification (desirable)
• Willingness to travel to sites across the region

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary plus car allowance
• 26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
• Additional long service days
• Private medical insurance, with optional family cover
• Life assurance
• Pension matched up to 8%
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave
• Paid volunteering days
• Flexible and agile working (role dependent)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees paid
• Employee discount scheme
• Flexible benefits, including critical illness, dental and travel insurance, and a cycle to work scheme