The Opportunity
Take over control of Commissioning engineers on the ground and to help in the handover of the projects.
What you will be doing
- Commissioning Plans: Work with Project Teams and Yorkshire Water to generate Commissioning Plans during Project Brief/Outline Design stage thus positively influencing direction. Add further detail and granularity to these plans as the project develops.
- Process Impact Plans – Develop process impact plans for the commissioning activities and agree details with the client
- Commissioning Systems and Records: Put in place robust commissioning processes and procedures that reflect the Company and framework requirements and facilitate exceptional commissioning performance. Ensure that commissioning is undertaken comprehensively, and records and inspections are accurately and reliably produced and signed off. Ensure Quality Assurance Systems compliance. Work with and Support the team who provide the Clients ‘Close Out’ process and provide the required Contract documentation in relation to Commissioning to meet this process requirements in a timely manner .
- Resources: Identify and recruit sufficient competent resources to deliver the framework commissioning requirements including appointing and supporting the development of technical apprentices and graduates.
- Project Management: Work closely with our Contracts , Project Managers & Project Engineers to provide technical expertise and deliver all commissioning activities cost-efficiently and in accordance with the contract programme and applicable standards and specifications.
- Operation and Maintenance: Ensure that great quality Operation and Maintenance Manuals are produced and that training of client personnel is undertaken. Provide aftercare services to Thames Water during the commissioning and defects period. Cordinate the delivery of Supplies for our Client as requested by Client during the Commissioning and Handover phase
- Process Safety Management: Put in place framework specific processes and procedures to ensure that wider process/energy related risks are identified and controlled.
- Health and Safety: Through meticulous planning and supervision, ensure that testing and commissioning is undertaken safely.
- Co-ordination: Coordinate internal and supplier resources and ensure close liaison with the clients operational and commissioning staff throughout project delivery.
- Design: Strong collaborative approach to integrate our own and supply chain expertise with our designers (Arcadis) throughout project delivery to make sure that commissioning requirements are incorporated into the design. Provide specialist technical expertise to the design staff.
- Reporting: Provide monthly commissioning reports to the Framework Senior Leadership Team and the Clients in line with Contractual requirements
- Digital Engineering: Utilise digital tools and expertise to positively influence commissioning planning and delivery including the use of 3D models to aid visualisation.
- Efficiency: Manage the planning and organisation of tasks, people and resources to maximise efficiency and improve wellbeing.
- Capacity and Competence: Put in place the appropriate training, mentoring and coaching arrangements to ensure that commissioning teams (including designers and Strategic Suppliers) have the appropriate technical skills and competence and exhibit the right culture and behaviours to deliver exceptional performance.
- Culture: Fully embrace the Company's and framework cultural vision, consistently demonstrating collaborative behaviours.
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 the client 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
- Cycle to work scheme
- Retail vouchers/payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions
Who we are
Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.
It is our people who make Tilbury Douglas a success. We believe our inclusive culture encourages new ways of thinking, enabling us to innovate whilst remaining resilient. We value and celebrate all individual differences and look forward to receiving your application. We are currently working towards Investors in Diversity accredited status.
Please note we do not have a sponsorship license.
Please note that this role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance which includes identity, employment history, and criminal record checks.
We look forward to receiving your application!
