Job Role: Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Contract
Location: Hirwaun, South Wales (accepting applications from surrounding areas)
Salary: Up to £550 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday
Job Type: Contract Role
Duration: May to September 2024
The Client:
Interaction Technical have partnered with a global industrial and energy company on their search for an experienced Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer on a temporary basis for their site based in Hirwaun, South Wales until September 2024. As the Lead Mechanical Commissioning Engineer, you will be leading and executing process/mechanical commissioning activities for a gas power project in South Wales, until successful handover to the customer. If you are interested in this opportunity, please click apply now!

The Role:

• Hands-on commissioning of process/mechanical components and systems such as, fuel supply system, firefighting and fire protection systems, cooling water, demin water systems and HVAC.
• Carry out and managing piping networks cleaning using various methods such as pigging, air blowing, flushing, etc.
• Carrying out testing on mechanical systems and equipment, as well as system optimisation and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols.
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Managing and leading the team of mechanical engineers, electrical supervisors, technicians, etc. Participate in the Plan of the Day meeting daily providing resourceful inputs on the work progress.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Understands and executes the equipment clearance (LOTO) procedure, as well as Job Safety Analysis / Work Authorisation / Confined Space / Hot Work Permits.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors.
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Visual inspection of equipment/systems for correct and complete erection, adequate cleanliness, and safe access in consideration of related engineering documents, such as P&IDs, wiring diagrams, system descriptions etc.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Manage the documentation submission for project close-out.
• Report to the Commissioning Manager and the Head of Commissioning, deputising as Commissioning Manager in his/her absence.

The Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years experience within power station mechanical commissioning activities (essential)
• Previous experience in a leadership/supervisory position (essential)
• Degree qualified within Mechanical Engineering (essential)
• Knowledge of mechanical regulations and construction industry standards (essential)
• Proficient in schematic diagrams and mechanical system planning (essential)
• Previous experience surrounding mechanical engineering with the construction industry (advantageous)
• Full UK Driving License

Interaction Recruitment have specialist consultants across the majority of industries within the UK, including but not limited to, Finance & IT, Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial and Hospitality. We offer both temporary and permanent support. For more information regarding the position or to discuss any other opportunities, you can reach us on 07531 650350 or email Michael.Watson@irweb.co.uk
Thank you for taking the time, we hope to speak in the near future.

T&E

• Hands-on commissioning of process/mechanical components and systems such as, fuel supply system, firefighting and fire protection systems, cooling water, demin water systems and HVAC.
• Carry out and managing piping networks cleaning using various methods such as pigging, air blowing, flushing, etc.
• Carrying out testing on mechanical systems and equipment, as well as system optimisation and troubleshooting and filling-in the respective commissioning documentation and protocols.
• Cooperation with internal team members, guidance and coordination of external partners and sub-contractors, interacting with customers.
• Managing and leading the team of mechanical engineers, electrical supervisors, technicians, etc. Participate in the Plan of the Day meeting daily providing resourceful inputs on the work progress.
• Ensure all the activities conducted on site follow the correct process in accordance with project requirements and in strict compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Understands and executes the equipment clearance (LOTO) procedure, as well as Job Safety Analysis / Work Authorisation / Confined Space / Hot Work Permits.
• Coordination of all necessary activities with all involved parties, such as commissioning team, erection team and sub-contractors.
• Participation in the walk-downs for Turnover from construction to commissioning, identifying open items that prevent system start-up.
• Visual inspection of equipment/systems for correct and complete erection, adequate cleanliness, and safe access in consideration of related engineering documents, such as P&IDs, wiring diagrams, system descriptions etc.
• Preparation and update of the commissioning procedures to be conducted on site.
• Manage the documentation submission for project close-out.
• Report to the Commissioning Manager and the Head of Commissioning, deputising as Commissioning Manager in his/her absence