POSITION DESCRIPTION

HV substation commissioning is a highly specialised technical role. The principal role of a Commissioner is to verify that primary, secondary, protection and control equipment meets the specification requirements and is in a fit state to be connected to the ESB system.

• Assessment of site safety prior to engaging in commissioning activities and coordinate the work schedule with site staff as appropriate. Assist in developing site-specific risk assessments and method statements (RAMS) for projects.
• Commission HV and MV equipment in line with the Commissioning Policy, specifications and the Commissioning Standard.
• Commission control and protection equipment in line with the Commissioning Policy, specifications and the Commissioning Standard.
• Complete functional verification of protection scheme designs and confirm compliance with approved design standards, elementaries, specifications and Commissioning Standard.
• Coordinate, plan, and deliver commissioning projects.
• Create and maintain commissioning records as required by the Commissioning Standard.
• Assist in the continual development of commissioning procedures, test plans and test reports.
• Contribute to fault investigations and reporting.