MEICA Commissioning engineer

Randstad Construction & Property; Havant; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outside IR35

Immediate start

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking an experienced MEICA Commissioning Engineer for water sector projects in Havant, Hampshire. The role covers commissioning strategy, testing across FAT/SAT and wet commissioning, and ensuring compliance with water authority standards while integrating new assets with live sites.

The position requires 5+ years in UK water MEICA commissioning, full UK driving licence, and BS7671 (18th Edition). Immediate start on an ongoing AMP7/AMP8 transition project.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience delivering MEICA and commissioning packages in the UK water sector (AMP6, AMP7 or AMP8).
• Demonstrated knowledge of pumps, switchgear, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs, chemical dosing, screens and filtration.
• Mandatory Certifications: Full UK Driving Licence, CSCS/ECS Card, EUSR National Water Hygiene Card, SSSTS (min) or SMSTS (preferred), and BS7671 (18th Edition).
• Desirable: AP/EAP Low Voltage Training, DSEAR/CompEx ExF, PROFIBUS Commissioning, First Aid at Work.

Responsibilities

• Author and manage Project Commissioning Plans and testing procedures from outline design to site execution.
• Ensure MEICA works meet water authority standards and integrate assets with live sites.
• Manage FAT, SAT, dry testing and wet commissioning lifecycle.
• Lead resolution of site snags and performance trials for smooth client Takeover.
• Coordinate with DSEAR specialists and OEMs to ensure timely O&M documentation.
• Establish rigorous safe systems of work and act as LV EAP where required.

Skills

MEICA commissioning

Pumps

Switchgear

MCCs

Telemetry

PLCs

Chemical dosing

Screens

Filtration

Job description

MEICA Commissioning Engineer - Water Sector - Outside IR35

Are you an experienced commissioning professional looking to make a significant impact on critical infrastructure? We are seeking a highly skilled MEICA Commissioning Engineer to join a leading infrastructure contractor delivering essential water and wastewater asset upgrades in Havant, Hampshire. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in projects transitioning from AMP7 into the AMP8 investment cycle, ensuring long-term project stability and success.

Responsibilities

• Commissioning Strategy: Author and manage Project Commissioning Plans and testing procedures from outline design through to full site execution.
• Compliance & Integration: Ensure all MEICA works adhere to water authority standards and WIMES regulations while coordinating with Asset Operations Teams to integrate new plant assets with live sites without disruption.
• Testing & Takeover: Manage the full testing lifecycle, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), dry testing, and full wet commissioning.
• Resolution: Lead the systematic resolution of site snags and performance trials to ensure a seamless transition to formal client Takeover.
• Documentation: Engage early with DSEAR specialists and OEM vendors to ensure O&M documentation is completed on schedule.
• Health & Safety: Establish and enforce rigorous safe systems of work in commissioning zones, applying strict mechanical/electrical safety rules and acting as an appointed LV Electrical Authorised Person (LV EAP) where required.

Qualifications

• Sector Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience delivering MEICA and commissioning packages specifically within the UK water sector (AMP6, AMP7, or AMP8).
• Technical Breadth: Demonstrated working knowledge of pumps, switchgear, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs, chemical dosing, screens, and filtration assets.
• Mandatory Certifications: Full UK Driving Licence, CSCS/ECS Card, EUSR National Water Hygiene Card, SSSTS (minimum) or SMSTS (preferred), and BS7671 (18th Edition).
• Desirable Skills: Authorised Person Low Voltage Training (AP/EAP), DSEAR/CompEx ExF, PROFIBUS Commissioning, and First Aid at Work certification.

What we offer

• Contract Type: Ongoing contract (AMP7 transitioning into AMP8)
• Rate: £450 - £500 per day depending on experience (LTD / Outside IR35 negotiable depending on determination)
• Location: Havant, Hampshire
• Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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