Role Purpose
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* Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of commissioning for utility-scale solar projects, from construction completion through safe energisation, grid compliance and operational handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the commissioning, execution plan, programme, responsibilities, hold points and acceptance criteria for each project.
- Define pre-commissioning, cold and hot commissioning scopes, including prerequisites, test boundaries, permits, safety controls, evidence and sign-off requirements.
- Lead pre-energisation activities using temporary/backup generation where appropriate to test auxiliary and LV systems ahead of permanent grid connection.
- Lead readiness reviews covering mechanical and electrical completion, commissioning, energisation, grid compliance, reliability testing and handover.
- Review contractor and OEM commissioning procedures, ITPs, test sheets, switching schedules, protection settings and risk assessments.
- Coordinate commissioning interfaces across EPC contractors, ICPs, DNOs, equipment suppliers, commissioning specialists, Technical Authority, Electrical Duty Holder, Project and Operations teams.
- Oversee LV/HV testing covering cables, switchgear, transformers, earthing, protection, interlocks, metering, inverters and auxiliary systems.
- Lead testing of communications, controls, alarms, plant power controllers, export limitation, reactive power control and DNO/G99 requirements.
- Manage commissioning defects, punch lists, technical queries and concessions, ensuring critical issues are resolved or formally accepted before progression.
- Ensure commissioning records, test certificates, settings, reports, as-built information and handover dossiers are complete and traceable.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Strong electrical engineering background with substantial practical LV/HV experience on utility-scale solar or comparable power infrastructure.
- Proven experience leading commissioning from pre-commissioning through energisation and handover.
- Strong knowledge of switchgear, transformers, protection, cable testing, earthing, auxiliary supplies, inverters, metering, SCADA, plant controllers and communications. xgikmsk
- Experience developing commissioning plans, test procedures, ITPs, switching schedules, readiness reviews and handover documentation.
- Practical understanding of tempora...
Commissioning Lead/Manager in Newton employer: Hernshead Recruitment Ltd
As an Independent Connections Provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment for our High Voltage Operatives. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ongoing training opportunities and a strong emphasis on safety culture, ensuring that you can thrive in your role while contributing to impactful projects across the UK. Join us to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence in delivering electrical network solutions.
