Head of Commissioning

ZipRecruiter; London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Head of Commissioning for their Water team, responsible for strategic leadership and oversight of water infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree and extensive experience in commissioning. This remote role involves ensuring project delivery aligns with regulatory standards, while offering travel to various operational sites across the UK.

Benefits

Matched pension contributions up to 7.5%

Life Assurance

Family Friendly Policies

Brand Discounts

Free Health & Wellbeing services

Training schemes

Electric Vehicle Leasing

Paid Volunteering Leave

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
• Extensive experience in commissioning within the water/wastewater industry.
• Chartered status desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement commissioning strategy for water business unit.
• Provide oversight for commissioning water treatment and wastewater facilities.
• Integrate commissioning requirements into project lifecycle.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Technical Oversight

Project Delivery

Regulatory Knowledge

Health and Safety

Education

Degree or HNC in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Head of Commissioning

We're looking for a Head of Commissioning to join our Water team as a strategic, functional leader across our Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks business division.

Location: Nationwide - applications will be considered from any UK location. The position is remote with some travel to operational sites across the UK, as required.

Hours: 45 hours per week

Responsibilities:

In this role, you'll work within our Water team in the Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks - Water division. You'll be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining Kier's water business unit commissioning strategy. Ensuring alignment with Kier's policies, procedures, and technical standards across all UK water frameworks for optimal delivery is essential.

Your daily tasks include:

1. Strategic Leadership: Developing and implementing strategies for water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
2. Technical Oversight: Providing expert input and oversight for commissioning water treatment plants, wastewater facilities, pumping stations, pipelines, and related infrastructure.
3. Project Delivery: Collaborating with pre-construction teams to integrate commissioning requirements into the project lifecycle.

Candidate Profile:

This role is suitable for candidates with:

• A degree or HNC in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or related). Chartered status is desirable.
• Extensive experience in commissioning within the water/wastewater industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, health and safety legislation, and environmental standards governing water and wastewater commissioning.

We welcome transferrable skills, so even if you don't meet every criterion, please apply and let's discuss your potential fit.

To learn more about our water division, explore our diverse project portfolios, and discover career opportunities, visit our water business page.

There's no better time to join us. Register your interest today and take the first step towards a rewarding career!

Benefits: We offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs. More details can be found here.

Our Commitment to Diversity: Making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace is a priority. Our employees help shape our policies through their experiences. See our D&I action plan here.

We ensure fair opportunities for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for this role.

We look forward to your application. #joinkier #LI-JB

Benefits include matched pension contributions up to 7.5%, Life Assurance, Family Friendly Policies, Brand Discounts, Free Health & Wellbeing services, Training schemes, Electric Vehicle Leasing, and Paid Volunteering Leave.