Offshore Commissioning Client Representative - OSS

Taylor Hopkinson; Scotland; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector seeks an Offshore Commissioning Client Representative for a major offshore wind farm project in Scotland. The role entails overseeing commissioning processes, ensuring compliance with rigorous standards, and managing collaborations with contractors. Candidates should possess extensive experience, particularly in high voltage environments, and relevant certifications to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years commissioning experience required.
• Experience with high voltage substations up to 220kV with valid authorizations.
• Knowledge of Siemens Energy and National Grid is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site commissioning meetings and ensure equipment testing.
• Manage interface commissioning activities and collaborate with contractors.
• Create operational instructions for project equipment.

Skills

Commissioning

Power Systems

SCADA

Protection Systems

Education

Electrical apprenticeship

Higher education in electrical systems

Tools

BESC

SHEA Power certifications

CSCS certification

Job description

Offshore Commissioning Client Representative – OSS required for a major Offshore Wind Farm Developer based in Scotland.

Responsibilities

• Participate in on-site Commissioning Meetings to coordinate the commissioning scopes.
• Attend Site Acceptance Tests on behalf of the Client to ensure equipment is tested in line with ITP, relevant standards, and Client Employer's Requirements.
• Manage interface commissioning activities between SEL and Client equipment.
• Liaise with the SEL quality team to inspect and sign off punch list items.
• Review relevant Contractor Commissioning Programmes and documentation to ensure they meet Employer's Requirements and standards.
• Create operational instructions/guides for each piece of equipment for the project's lifetime.
• Assist Package Engineers in answering TQs, reviewing designs, raising issues, and providing guidance based on lessons learned and experience.
• Collaborate with Contractor Commissioning Teams and SAP Team to develop and execute Commissioning Switching Programmes for energisation and live testing.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of commissioning experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Power Systems, equipment, SCADA, and Protection Systems.
• Previous experience with Siemens Energy, National Grid, or Scottish Power Transmission.
• Experience in similar roles for Clients or Contractors.
• Worked in High Voltage Substations up to 220kV with valid Authorisations (minimum Competent Person).
• Electrical apprenticeship and higher education in electrical systems.
• BESC, SHEA Power certifications.
• Client/Contractor National Safety Group Passport.
• CSCS certification.
• Right to work in the UK.

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