Commissioning Technician

Vinci; Sheepwash; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Omexom in the United Kingdom is seeking a Substation Commissioning Technician to support initial testing, inspections, and coordination with commissioning engineers on substation projects.

The role requires basic electrical knowledge and a proactive, collaborative approach. You will contribute to planning, documentation, and safe execution, while mentoring junior technicians as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Experience in substation construction or commissioning preferred but not mandatory.
• Willingness to work safely and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist commissioning engineers to develop plans and procedures for substation projects.
• Coordinate with project team to ensure construction activities meet requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and testing to verify equipment specifications.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations during commissioning.
• Perform basic plant testing during the commissioning process.
• Troubleshoot basic issues identified during commissioning.

Skills

Team Spirit

Generosity

Trust and Empowerment

Integrity

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering (not mandatory)

Job description

A substation commissioning technician is responsible for the preparation and carry out basic testing, inspection, and work with commissioning engineer in commissioning of electrical substations. The job duties of a substation commissioning technician generally include:

• Help commissioning engineers to develop commissioning plans and procedures for substation projects.
• Help commissioning engineers to coordinate with the project team to ensure that construction activities meet the project requirements.
• Conduct site inspections and testing to verify the substation equipment meets the required specifications.
• Ensure that all safety procedures and regulations are followed during the commissioning process.
• Perform basic plant testing required in commissioning process.
• Basic Protection and Control testing is not mandatory but desirable.
• Follow the substation commissioning schedule.
• Perform troubleshooting to resolve basic issues identified during the commissioning process.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to the commissioning process, including test reports, inspection reports, and equipment manuals.
• Train and mentor junior technicians as needed. The substation commissioning technician must have a basic knowledge of electrical engineering principles and be familiar with substation equipment and systems. They should have excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A HNC degree in electrical engineering or a related field is not mandatory but typically required, along with relevant experience in substation construction or commissioning., In line with Omexom's values, the jobholder must have the following qualities: Team Spirit & Generosity - able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance. Trust and Empowerment - enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally. Integrity and Responsibility - enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.
• Team Spirit & Generosity - able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance. Trust and Empowerment - enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally. Integrity and Responsibility - enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.