At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in testing and commissioning complex systems in regulated industries.
- Company: Join a leading UK engineering firm with a focus on safety and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, professional growth, and a chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference in critical sectors like nuclear and energy while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation and team leadership required.
The predicted salary is between 66 - 66 £ per hour.
A leading UK engineering and maintenance services provider is seeking a Test Team Leader to support complex projects across highly regulated industries. The organisation delivers asset lifecycle solutions including consulting, engineering, manufacturing, installation, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.
With a strong presence across sectors such as nuclear, energy, oil & gas, and industrial infrastructure, the business operates multiple UK offices and employs a large, highly skilled workforce committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities- Provide technical leadership and guidance to the commissioning test team
- Complete and manage all relevant project documentation
- Perform commissioning and testing on instrumentation and control systems in line with approved procedures
- Carry out commissioning activities across control circuits, VSDs, AHUs, and various control devices (level, flow, temperature, pressure)
- Supervise and execute commissioning procedures with support from the Project Commissioning Engineer
- Interpret and work from technical documentation including drawings, schematics, and manuals
- Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions to support successful project delivery
- Lead on technical quality requirements and ensure adherence to company processes and standards
- Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and support team performance
- Build and maintain effective working relationships across teams and departments
- Ensure full compliance with health & safety procedures and safe systems of work
- Support project delivery, scope management, and identification of variations/opportunities
- Assist in risk identification and mitigation throughout the project lifecycle
- Provide strong health & safety leadership by example
- Conduct or manage site surveys
- Facilitate toolbox talks where required
- Develop test specifications and methodologies in collaboration with the team
- Produce site documentation including risk assessments, method statements, and test documentation
- Support development of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) documentation
- Oversee integrated system testing, including FAT, SAT, and installation/calibration testing
- Manage observations, variations, and rework activities
- Strong background in Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I)
- Previous experience within highly regulated environments (e.g. nuclear)
- Proven experience supervising or leading teams of electrical/instrument technicians
Test Team Leader in Reading employer: Carbon 60
At Carbon 60, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. Located in Harlow, this hybrid role offers flexibility and the chance to engage with a dedicated Quality team, ensuring your contributions directly impact our commitment to quality excellence. With opportunities for professional growth and development, joining us means being part of a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and dedication.
