COMMISSIONING MANAGER

1. Job Summary

The Commissioning Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing commissioning and start-up activities for power generation, onshore gas receiving facilities, gas transmission and gas distribution projects.

The role ensures that all commissioning and start-up activities are completed in accordance with contractual requirements, approved technical specifications, international engineering standards, safety regulations and project performance requirements.

The position involves close coordination with engineering, procurement, construction, HSE teams, clients, vendors and subcontractors to ensure successful project completion and operational readiness.

2. Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement commissioning strategies, execution plans, schedules and procedures for assigned projects.
2. Plan, coordinate and supervise pre-commissioning, mechanical completion, commissioning, start-up and performance testing activities.
3. Establish system and subsystem boundaries in coordination with engineering and construction teams.
4. Coordinate commissioning activities to ensure project milestones and contractual deadlines are achieved.
5. Lead and manage interfaces between construction completion, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up teams.
6. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction and HSE departments to ensure commissioning readiness.
7. Prepare, review, update and submit commissioning procedures, inspection records, test reports and other technical documentation.
8. Conduct and coordinate operational tests, performance tests, troubleshooting and equipment repair activities.
9. Ensure commissioning works comply with applicable safety requirements, engineering specifications and international standards.
10. Participate in project risk assessments and develop appropriate mitigation measures.
11. Liaise with clients, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), vendors and subcontractors on technical matters and project deliverables.
12. Monitor project progress, engineering workflows, resource utilisation and commissioning schedules.
13. Identify operational and technical issues and recommend appropriate corrective and improvement measures.
14. Develop and improve internal commissioning workflows and operational procedures.
15. Ensure all project deliverables meet the required technical, quality and commercial standards.
16. Provide technical guidance and support to project team members.
17. For Lead or Manager positions, supervise and coordinate subordinate personnel to ensure timely completion and quality of deliverables.
18. Perform other relevant duties and responsibilities assigned by management in connection with the company's business and project operations.

3. Job Requirements and Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic or Instrumentation Engineering.

Working Experience

• Minimum 10 to 15 years of relevant hands-on industry experience in pre-commissioning, mechanical completion, commissioning, start-up, operational testing, performance testing, operation and maintenance (O&M), troubleshooting and repair works.
• Relevant experience in Energy, Oil and Gas, Natural Gas Transmission and Distribution, or Power Generation industries.
• Experience in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (EPCC) projects is preferred.
• Experience in Completion Management System implementation is an added advantage.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of ICSS, PLC and SCADA systems and/or rotating and static mechanical equipment used in natural gas facilities.
• Good understanding of international engineering codes and standards, including ASME, IEC, API, ISO and BS.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, electrical equipment and control systems used in gas receiving facilities, LNG terminals, metering stations and power generation facilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, commissioning procedures and test documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally with internal departments, clients, vendors and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.

Other Requirements

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proactive, adaptable and capable of working in challenging project environments.
• Willingness to travel regularly and work at local and overseas project sites.
• Able to manage multiple project priorities while maintaining quality and safety standards.

4. Reporting Structure

The position reports directly to the Project Manager (PM), General Manager (GM) or Project Director (PD), depending on the project organisation and management structure.