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.

Key Responsibilities:

· 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.
Candidate Profile:
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