Commissioning Engineer

Overview

This site-based, FIFO role, where you'll lead multi-discipline commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical, piping, controls, and process systems.

With a focus on safety, teamwork, and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all commissioning activities, ensuring safety and technical standards are met.
• Prepare for commissioning by defining scope, developing strategies, detailed plans, and gathering resources.
• Drive safe working practices by promoting and embodying QHSE awareness throughout the campaign.
• Manage documentation related to commissioning, system handovers, and punch closure.
• Liaise closely with engineering, construction, completions teams, and stakeholders to keep the project on schedule and resolve issues promptly.
• Identify risks and opportunities early, providing reports and recommendations to keep the project on track.
• Oversee the management of completions, system handovers, and interface with client systems.
• Coordinate offshore implementation activities and ensure seamless communication between onshore and offshore teams.
• Contribute to project cost estimates and review technical issues related to start-up and operations.

Skills & Experience

• Tertiary or relevant trade qualification, with formal project management training preferred.
• At least 10 years’ experience in commissioning within oil and gas or related fields, with 8+ focused on construction engineering.
• Strong background in Australian onshore construction and brownfield projects.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects in client-operating facilities with permits and safety systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Computer literate with extensive use of Microsoft Office and project management databases.
• AU working rights are essential.

Nice-to-Have

• Experience in home office activities and travel to project sites or vendors.
• Familiarity with client systems, project cost estimation, and technical issue resolution.
• Certifications such as PMP or equivalent.