Commissioning Lead

Commissioning Lead

Location:

Winchester

Rate: £600 p/d (Outside IR35/LTD Company)

Duration: 12 months +/Ongoing

Sector:
Water / Wastewater AMP8

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Lead to join a dynamic team working on large-scale water infrastructure projects. This is a hands‑on role where you will oversee and deliver the full spectrum of commissioning activities, from dry testing to process start‑up. You will report to the Commissioning Manager and may supervise a team of commissioning staff and subcontractors to achieve successful project outcomes.

We can consider people from an Electrical/EICA or Process Engineering background.

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of electrical, instrumentation, control, and process commissioning for major water treatment projects.
• Perform hands‑on dry, wet, and process testing where required, ensuring compliance with all safety and quality standards.
• Supervise and verify subcontractor commissioning activities.
• Review, produce, and approve RAMS, commissioning plans, and related documentation.
• Identify, monitor, and mitigate commissioning risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design teams to ensure commissioning requirements are embedded in project specifications and scope.
• Assess design deliverables such as functional design specifications, equipment lists, P&IDs, control philosophies, and telemetry requirements.
• Prepare and manage commissioning schedules and progress reports.
• Organize and deliver specialist equipment training sessions for team members.
• Chair commissioning meetings, record minutes, and track follow-up actions.
• Contribute to O&M manual preparation and ensure accurate commissioning records are maintained.
• Provide takeover reports and support knowledge transfer across the delivery team.

Essential

• Proven experience in electrical or process commissioning within water or environmental infrastructure projects.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in water, wastewater, or sludge treatment operations.
• Strong practical knowledge of treatment processes and systems.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• CSCS or SHEA Water Card.
• EUSR Water Hygiene Card.

Technical Qualifications & Skills

• Relevant apprenticeship, certificate, diploma, or degree (Electrician, M&E Maintenance, Process Control, Chemical Engineering, or Environmental Science).
• Extensive commissioning experience within water treatment or similar process industries.
• Deep understanding of water, wastewater, and sludge treatment processes.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual who enjoys hands‑on commissioning and leading complex projects from testing to operational handover.