Commissioning Department Manager

Overview

Commissioning Department Manager – K  is seeking a Commissioning Department Manager to lead the commissioning team in Leatherhead. The role ensures that systems and facilities are accurately estimated during FEED and EPC (including OPEX, CAPEX), installed, tested, and operated safely, efficiently, and in accordance with client requirements, regulatory standards, and company policies.

• Lead and manage the commissioning department, including recruitment, training, and performance management.
• Ensure the application of standard and best industry practice, innovating where appropriate.
• Provide extensive Commissioning and Start Up experience to the team, reviewing and overseeing their activities and output as Manager and Subject Matter Expert.
• Develop departmental strategy, procedures, and best practices to support business growth and operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Mentor and develop commissioning engineers and specialists.
• Support proposal and project requirements as K  Commissioning lead.

• Oversee commissioning activities across multiple projects from Concept/FEED/EPC planning through to completion and handover.
• Ensure commissioning plans, schedules, and procedures are developed and implemented effectively.
• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and mitigate risks to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with project managers, design teams, contractors, and clients to ensure alignment.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and sign-off processes are completed.

• A relevant number of years of LNG/Gas processing Commissioning Experience (Ammonia/SAF experience also considered valuable).
• Comfort with process mechanical commissioning and understanding of instrument, control and electrical systems commissioning principles.
• Extensive field hands-on and field management experience, plus Home Office experience.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on commissioning methodologies and standards. Ability to influence Client teams as to best approach.
• Review system designs to ensure they are commissionable and meet operational requirements.
• Support troubleshooting, testing, and validation of complex systems.
• Stay current with industry standards, codes, and emerging technologies.
• Strong knowledge of field commissioning organisation setup and sizing.

• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain a strong focus on health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Implement quality assurance processes and drive continuous improvement.
• Conduct audits and reviews of commissioning processes and outputs.

• Act as a key point of contact for clients on commissioning-related matters.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Participate in project meetings and provide updates to senior stakeholders.
• Support business development by contributing technical expertise to bids and proposals.

• Manage departmental budgets and resource allocation.
• Monitor project costs, ensuring commissioning activities are delivered within budget.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency and cost optimisation.
• Support pricing and estimation for commissioning services.

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent project management and organisational skills
• Deep technical knowledge of commissioning processes and systems
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Commercial awareness and financial acumen
• High attention to detail and quality standards

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in commissioning within Gas processing/LNG facilities and/or power plants.
• Proven experience managing teams and complex projects.
• Strong understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations, safe energisation processes and PTW systems.

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