Mechanical Construction Commissioning Lead

Oil, Gas and Renewables; Redcar; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in energy services is seeking a skilled Mechanical Lead to oversee the commissioning of mechanical equipment on a key project. This role involves ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations, managing teams, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Oil & Gas sector, particularly in mechanical engineering, and will contribute to the development of project procedures. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and excellence, where your expertise will play a vital role in delivering innovative energy solutions.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry with a Mechanical Lead role.
• Proven experience in installation and start-up of pumps and compressors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage commissioning of mechanical equipment on the Gas Stage 2 Project.
• Ensure compliance with UKCA standards and project-specific requirements.
• Maintain and update the Project Completion System for all mechanical scopes.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related discipline)

Tools

Projectools

Digital Tools

Job description

WSG Energy Services is a global leader in traditional and clean energy infrastructure services, offering integrated solutions from construction to decommissioning. We are committed to sustainability, safety, collaboration, innovation, and providing exceptional service that ensures unparalleled customer satisfaction.

We are currently recruiting for a site based in the South East of England.

Responsibilities:

1. Ensure all systems, interfaces, construction, and commissioning activities are executed safely, efficiently, and with environmental responsibility, in line with project objectives and milestones.
2. Supervise and manage the commissioning of mechanical equipment on the Gas Stage 2 Project.
3. Contribute to the development and review of Mechanical Commissioning Procedures, including authorship where required.
4. Coordinate mechanical construction and commissioning activities for all pumps and rotating equipment, ensuring seamless preparation and execution.
5. Safely supervise all personnel involved in mechanical activities, including vendors, contractors, and operations staff.
6. Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with UKCA standards, relevant legislation, and project-specific requirements.
7. Maintain and update the Project Completion System (Projectools) for all mechanical scopes of work.
8. Provide accurate and timely input into project planning and reporting requirements.
9. Ensure all changes and modifications are controlled and properly communicated in accordance with As-Built Control Procedures.
10. Manage discipline-specific changes in line with the project’s Management of Change process.
11. Be responsible for the safe, efficient, and technically correct construction and commissioning of Mechanical equipment.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related discipline), with a minimum of 15 years’ experience in the Oil & Gas industry, including significant time in a Mechanical Lead role.
2. Proven experience in the installation and start-up of pumps and compressors – essential.
3. Strong computer literacy, with the ability to effectively use relevant software and digital tools in a project environment.

Contract Duration - 9 months.