Commissioning Lead

JOB TITLE: COMMISSIONING LEAD
ASSIGNMENT TYPE: CONTRACT
LOCATION: GERMANY (INITIALLY OFFICE-BASED, THEN SITE-BASED)
RESIDENTIAL: 40-HOUR WORKING WEEK (MON-FRI)

JOB BRIEF
Responsible for supporting the Commissioning Manager in the planning and execution of safe and efficient pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and performance testing of the facility to achieve production and performance objectives and contractual objectives.

Develops, with the Commissioning Manager and Electrical Subject Matter Expert, the electrical testing and energization plans and procedures for all electrical systems. Works collaboratively within the project team and with the client to maintain positive relationships.

Provides a back-up role to the Commissioning Manager in their absence. Supervises the implementation of the approved management and operational plan for the pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up of the plant through performance testing and plant acceptance.

Defines the commissioning team activities based on the agreed project scope of work. Develops pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up and project completion schedules and supervises their implementation.

At site, liaises with several package subcontractors (e.g. Building, HVAC, E&I) to oversee the execution of pre-commissioning and commissioning activities. The position will commence in an office environment before transferring to a site location in Germany.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop safe work practice procedures for all electrical maintenance activities.
- Assist in defining the workforce requirements for home office and site commissioning activities.
- Supervise the implementation of activities related to pre-commissioning, commissioning, start-up, operation and maintenance during the course of the project.
- Supervise and participate in the development of pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up procedures.
- Participate in the review of engineering documentation during home office activities.
- Interface with construction and the client, as required.
- Supervise the activities of subcontractors, supplier servicemen and client personnel assigned to work under your supervision until plant acceptance.
- Participate in the development of the training program for all employees under your supervision and for client personnel.
- Interface with all local agencies, as needed, to facilitate all required approvals and to ensure smooth and successful commissioning, start-up and operation of the facility.
- Liaise with the systems completion manager for systemization of the facility and validation of the data in the completions database.
- Implement procedures to deliver overall safety of the facility and its personnel.
- Provide input to the lessons learned database.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION
- Preferably hold a B.S. degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent.
- Significant role in at least three major projects in the oil and gas, chemical process or electric power industry, demonstrating broad technical knowledge of commissioning and start-up.
- Preferably over 5 years of experience with HV/MV/LV equipment in the oil and gas, chemical process or electric power industry.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to establish confident relationships with discipline managers, technical engineers and non-engineers.
- Strong presentation skills for meetings with project management and the client.
- Excellent computer software skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and familiarity with completions software tools.
- Excellent organizational skills and adaptability to the needs of various discipline groups.
- Ability to assess and communicate project requirements and expectations in a clearly defined, positive and productive manner.
- Capable of leading a commissioning project team.
- Willing and able to travel to construction sites and undertake assignments to international sites.
- Proficient in English and conversant in German.

ROLE: COMMISSIONING LEAD
Contract Position
LOCATION: GERMANY