Commissioning Manager - Electrical Substation/HV Power

Global Commissioning is expanding across Europe and we're looking for experienced Electrical Commissioning Managers with Substation background to lead the commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure on major engineering projects.

Whilst data centre experience is advantageous, it is not essential.

We're particularly interested in professionals from:

• High Voltage (HV) Substations


• Transmission & Distribution


• Utilities


• Power Generation


• Renewable Energy


• Industrial or Heavy Electrical Infrastructure

If you've managed complex electrical commissioning programmes and have a strong understanding of critical power systems, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll lead the planning, coordination and delivery of commissioning activities from design through to final client handover, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading electrical commissioning activities through Levels 2–5


• Managing commissioning programmes and project documentation


• Reviewing test procedures, commissioning scripts and technical documentation


• Coordinating FATs, SATs and functional testing


• Managing multidisciplinary commissioning teams and subcontractors


• Chairing commissioning meetings with clients and stakeholders


• Identifying and mitigating commissioning risks


• Supporting integrated systems testing and project handover


• Producing commissioning reports and ensuring successful client acceptance

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Strong background in Electrical Commissioning


• Experience delivering HV/MV electrical infrastructure projects


• Previous experience within substations, transmission & distribution, utilities, power generation or similar critical electrical environments


• Excellent understanding of electrical protection, switching philosophies and commissioning processes


• Experience managing commissioning teams and client relationships


• HNC/HND, apprenticeship or equivalent electrical qualification


• CSCS, ECS, Safe Pass or equivalent

Desirable

• Data Centre commissioning experience


• Experience of integrated systems testing


• Degree in Electrical Engineering


• Prince2 or equivalent project qualification

Why Join Global Commissioning?

At Global Commissioning, we deliver commissioning management and validation services on some of Europe's most complex critical infrastructure projects.

As our business continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to work across major projects throughout Europe, collaborate with industry experts and develop your career within a business that values technical excellence and progression.

Ready to power the next generation of critical infrastructure?

Apply today and become part of a team delivering world-class commissioning across Europe.