Commissioning Manager

Role Summary

• Take over control of Commissioning engineers on the ground to help Commissioning Manager in his role, help in the handover of the projects.
• Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) installations predominate when delivering water sector asset improvements. The process and MEICA Commissioning Manager role is therefore a key position within our Thames Water team.
• You will plan, co-ordinate and resource the off and on-site process and MEICA commissioning activities that will deliver exceptional commissioning performance across the framework.
• You will initially work with the Production Team and other subject experts to formulate a detailed and timed Commissioning Delivery Plan incorporating the Company's and Thames Water's specific requirements. The plan will be regularly updated and will provide the basis for performance monitoring.
• You will ensure that commissioning requirements are considered from the earliest stages of project delivery, implementing our "starting with the end in mind" philosophy to provide reliable, efficient and successful commissioning outcomes which delight Thames Water Operations.
• In addition to the normal attributes of a successful leader this role will require determination and doggedness as you will be playing a part in changing for the better the way in which many people currently work embedding production line thinking and our "offsite first" philosophy.
• You will work closely with our Project Teams and Commissioning Engineers and with Thames Water's Commissioning and Operational Teams to safely delivery successful commissioning outcomes.

What you will be doing

• Commissioning Plans
• Commissioning Systems and Records
• Resources
• Project Management
• Operation and Maintenance
• Process Safety Management
• Health and Safety
• Co-ordination
• Design
• Reporting
• Digital Engineering
• Efficiency
• Capacity and Competence
• Culture

Supporting our Production Line approach

• Drive continuous improvement of data analysis and reporting.
• Provide feedback on any opportunities to commission offsite.
• Proactively monitor commissioning activities against the agreed programme escalating and promptly resolving any issues.

What we will need from you

• You will be a technically strong and analytical leader who can co-ordinate multiple work streams and meet challenging deadlines.
• You will have a detailed and competent technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical and chemical engineering commissioning. This would ideally be in the water sector, but this is not essential.
• You will have an appreciation of MMC, Lean Construction, Agile Programme Management, Production Thinking and other techniques that assure programme and quality performance.
• Can work independently or as part of a diverse team.
• Proficient in the use of computer packages including the BIM software to analyse schematic drawings and survey reports to aid commissioning planning and delivery.
• Display a creative and forward-thinking approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and engagement skills - ability to bring the whole team on the MMC journey including Thames Water and our specialist supply chain.
• Minimum HNC qualified in a mechanical, electrical or chemical engineering subject.
• Professional qualification is desirable.
• SMSTS safety qualification is desirable.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary
• Car allowance
• 26 days annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday)
• Private medical insurance for yourself (with the option to buy family cover)
• Life Assurance
• Defined contribution pension scheme matched up to 8%
• 2 days volunteering opportunities
• Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership fees
• Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as:
  • Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
  • Dental Insurance
  • Travel insurance
  • Bike to work scheme
  • Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions