Water MEICA Commissioning Engineer — AMP7/AMP8 Transition

Randstad UK; Havant; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE in Havant, Hampshire, is seeking an experienced MEICA Commissioning Engineer to drive commissioning across water and wastewater assets as they transition from AMP7 to AMP8. You will author commissioning plans, lead FAT/SAT and ensure safety and compliance on live sites.

The role offers an ongoing contract with a day rate of £450–£500 (Outside IR35) for candidates with a UK driving licence and essential safety certifications. Start ASAP and work with Asset Operations teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years delivering MEICA and commissioning in the UK water sector.
• Experience with pumps, switchgear, MCCs, telemetry, PLCs, chemical dosing, screens and filtration assets.
• Full UK driving licence and site safety certifications (CSCS/ECS, EUSR).
• SSSTS or SMSTS and BS7671 (18th Edition) qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Author and manage Project Commissioning Plans and testing procedures.
• Ensure MEICA works meet water authority standards; coordinate with Asset Operations.
• Lead FAT, SAT, dry and wet commissioning testing lifecycle.
• Resolve site snags and trials for smooth client takeover.
• Coordinate with DSEAR specialists and OEMs for timely O&M documentation.
• Apply strict safety rules and act as LV EAP when required.

Skills

MEICA commissioning

Pumps

Switchgear

MCCs

Telemetry

PLCs

Chemical dosing

Screens & filtration

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

CSCS/ECS Card

EUSR National Water Hygiene Card

SSSTS or SMSTS

BS7671 18th Edition

Job description

Randstad CPE in Havant, Hampshire, is seeking an experienced MEICA Commissioning Engineer to drive commissioning across water and wastewater assets as they transition from AMP7 to AMP8. You will author commissioning plans, lead FAT/SAT and ensure safety and compliance on live sites.

The role offers an ongoing contract with a day rate of £450–£500 (Outside IR35) for candidates with a UK driving licence and essential safety certifications. Start ASAP and work with Asset Operations teams.