Senior Naval Commissioning Lead

Navantia UK; Belfast; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence contractor is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager in Belfast to oversee the commissioning and testing of naval platforms for the UK Ministry of Defence. The role requires significant shipbuilding experience, strong stakeholder management abilities, and a background in marine engineering. The position is pivotal in ensuring compliance and operational readiness of naval vessels, offering an opportunity to influence complex engineering projects within the UK’s defence sector.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in shipbuilding, marine engineering or ship commissioning.
• Strong understanding of ship systems, machinery and maritime regulations.
• Ability to manage complex engineering programmes and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full Test & Commissioning programme across multiple ship systems.
• Prepare and maintain the commissioning schedule.
• Act as the main point of contact for commissioning and trials matters.
• Ensure activities align with customer requirements and safety standards.

Skills

Shipbuilding experience

Marine engineering knowledge

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a dynamic environment

Education

Degree in Marine Engineering

Master's degree or Chartered status

Job description

A leading defence contractor is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager in Belfast to oversee the commissioning and testing of naval platforms for the UK Ministry of Defence. The role requires significant shipbuilding experience, strong stakeholder management abilities, and a background in marine engineering. The position is pivotal in ensuring compliance and operational readiness of naval vessels, offering an opportunity to influence complex engineering projects within the UK’s defence sector.