Job Introduction
We are seeking experienced MEP Testing & Commissioning Engineers to support the delivery of HS2, one of Europe’s largest and most complex rail infrastructure programmes.
About the role:
Reporting to the MEP Test and Commissioning Manager, the MEP Testing & Commissioning Engineer will be primarily responsible for the delivery of the MEP Test and Commissioning Strategy for MEP systems and supporting the Integration of the MEP systems across the Head Houses and Shafts
The role will be responsible for the safe planning, execution, and assurance of testing and commissioning activities for electrical systems, ensuring compliance with HS2 Technical Standards, statutory requirements, and project-specific employer’s requirements.
You will be accountable for the management of all completed assurance documentation is validated and processed in the proprietary document control procedure.
The post holder will work within a multi-disciplinary commissioning team and play a critical role in supporting system integration, staged handover, and readiness for trial operations.
This is a key role within the SCS MEP team in supporting the requirements of Testing and commissioning through the delivery of the MEP works. The candidate needs to have experience of large complex rail projects or in heavily regulated environments.
Main Responsibilities
- Co-ordination of the Testing and commissioning requirements through the procurement, design, construction methodology and programme for the MEP scope of works.
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Managing the development of Test Documentation by the Suppliers and execute MEP testing and commissioning activities in line with the HS2 Commissioning Strategy.
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Confirming, before the works of the T&C specialist commence on site, that the following activities have been carried out; note – the day-to-day management of the deliverables below are overseen by the Delivery Manager but the T&C Manager, or delegate, is the overseer:
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Scope of Works.
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Construction drawings and specifications issued (in accordance with the SCS LOD5 Design Management Plan);
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Notice to Start issued to the T&C specialist.
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SHE requirements eg RAMS, COSHH assessments, training records, competency cards, etc in place.
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Completion / commissioning / handover milestones have been agreed
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Interface arrangements been agreed with other package managers.
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SHE documentation issued to any subcontractor and acknowledged.
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Quality risk review has been completed for critical activities.
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Pre-commissioning checks are complete.
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Commissioning Test Plans approved.
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Support point to point testing, energisation, system proving, witnessing and staged commissioning activities
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Ensure the progress of the Testing commissioning of the works are in accordance with the contract, programme, budget and client requirements.
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Implementation and assure compliance with all relevant HS2 and / or statutory requirements with regards to Health, Safety, Environment and Public relations within their scope of work.
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Support Package Managers with delivery associated with commissioning and delivery process.
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Ensure that contemporaneous records of work done are maintained by the Subcontractor and issued for review (or acceptance).
The Ideal Candidate
TBC
About The Company
The role will work on the HS2 project. HS2 is the UK’s new high speed rail network. It will be a catalyst for economic growth across Britain, freeing up space on the existing railways and connecting 8 out of the UK’s 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services
The Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) is delivering the HS2 London Tunnels Contract. Scope of works includes twin-bored tunnels (TBM), SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and the construction of site compounds.
You’ll be a welcomed member of the wider team, with opportunities to take on additional responsibility, join our EDI Champions program or support the local community (e.g. as a STEM ambassador).
Your personal and professional development is important to us. We welcome a discussion about how we can support you with further study, or professional membership or attainment for example.
HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG, closely monitors job applications, to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. To ensure we are able to maintain this, and to recruit a diverse workforce, we require candidates to complete the diversity form as part of their application so we are able to monitor and improve our approach to diversity. Please note, all responses are anonymous and we will not share any of your data with other parties. All data will be held securely, (as stated within the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR) and will be reported to HS2.
It is an SCSJV requirement that all employees, Design House, and Supply Chains must implement and comply with the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management System with guidance for use”, OHSAS 18001:2017 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System, Policies, Plans, Procedures and Processes, and statutory requirements as they affect the Joint Venture ‘s operations and ensure that the requirements, as applicable within their discipline, are effectively implemented on the project. Develop a culture of safety on the project through the absolute commitment to the Zero Accidents target and ethos, and develops a wider awareness of quality, environmental issues and demonstrates commitment to achieve continual improvement and Zero tolerance.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. we do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation
SCS Railways is a Disability Confident Leader. We want to encourage disabled people to apply for our roles and have an opportunity to display your skills, talent, and abilities. We will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview.
Please see the disability confident commitments:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/disability-confident-guidance-for-levels-1-2-and-3/level-1-disability-confident-committed
To be considered for an interview under this scheme you have:
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A physical or mental impairment, which has a substantial and long-term effect (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day-to-day activities
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Demonstrated in your application and pre-interview stage that you meet the minimum job criteria and person specification for the role
