Software Commissioning Test Team Leader

Matchtech; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering and maintenance organisation is seeking an experienced Software Commissioning Test Team Leader to supervise on-site commissioning activities in the UK. The role requires hands-on experience with Siemens PLC and SCADA systems, as well as strong health & safety awareness. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with procedures, managing testing activities, and reviewing documentation. This position offers an opportunity to lead commissioning efforts within complex industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Experience working with Siemens PLC and SCADA systems.
• Understanding of control panels, electrical installations, and instrumentation.
• Experience in testing and on-site commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site software commissioning and testing activities.
• Ensure compliance with commissioning procedures and Safe Systems of Work.
• Review commissioning documentation for compliance.
• Coordinate activities with site teams.
• Manage Temporary Commissioning Aids and resolve testing defects.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Siemens PLC

Good understanding of control panels

Proven experience in testing and on-site commissioning

Strong health & safety awareness

Education

ECS Card (or equivalent)

SSSTS or SMSTS

Job description

An established engineering and maintenance organisation is seeking an experienced Software Commissioning Test Team Leader to supervise on-site commissioning activities for industrial control systems. The role focuses on ensuring safe, compliant, and accurate testing within complex industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site software commissioning and testing activities
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with approved commissioning procedures and Safe Systems of Work
• Review commissioning documentation for suitability and compliance
• Coordinate commissioning activities with other site teams and attend planning meetings
• Manage Temporary Commissioning Aids, including approval, application, monitoring, and removal
• Raise commissioning reservations and manage defects during testing
• Stop commissioning activities where safety or system integrity is compromised and escalates appropriately
• Ensure the final plant configuration meets commissioning documentation or agreed standards
• Manage incidents, make safe, and preserve the scene for investigation

Skills & Experience

• Hands‑on experience with Siemens PLC and SCADA systems
• Good understanding of control panels, electrical installations, and instrumentation
• Proven experience in testing and on‑site commissioning
• Strong health & safety awareness

Qualifications

• ECS Card (or equivalent) - essential
• SSSTS or SMSTS - preferred