Commissioning Lead Engineer - Boilers

A major Energy from Waste (EfW) project in Walsall is seeking an experienced Commissioning Lead Engineer – Boilers to take full responsibility for commissioning the boiler package on a large‑scale waste‑to‑energy facility. This is a senior, long‑term contract role (outside IR35) offering technical ownership, strong autonomy and the opportunity to play a critical role in the delivery of a complex, safety‑critical plant.

The successful contractor will lead commissioning activities from a technical, safety and delivery standpoint, working closely with OEMs, subcontractors and wider project teams.

• Leading the safe and compliant commissioning of the full boiler package
• Driving a strong HSEQ culture across all commissioning activities
• Ensuring all works are executed in line with RAMS, site standards and legislation
• Coordinating commissioning sequences, interfaces and test schedules
• Managing LOTO and Permit to Work systems in an active industrial environment
• Acting as the technical focal point for boiler commissioning with internal teams, OEMs and contractors
• Maintaining accurate commissioning documentation and providing regular progress updates
• Contributing to lessons learned and continuous improvement activities

• Degree‑qualified Mechanical or Process Engineer
• Demonstrable experience commissioning boilers on large‑scale EfW or power generation projects
• Proven delivery of a complete boiler package through commissioning and handover
• Strong leadership background with a clear safety‑first mindset
• Sound working knowledge of HSEQ legal and site requirements
• Valid SCC or equivalent safety qualification
• Confident communicator able to lead multidisciplinary commissioning teams

• Highly organised, structured and solutions‑focused
• Comfortable operating in complex, high‑pressure commissioning environments
• Proactive planner with strong interface management skills
• Calm, credible presence on site with the authority to lead
• Fluent in English (additional languages advantageous)

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced EfW commissioning professional to take end‑to‑end ownership of a critical plant package on a flagship project.

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