Electrical Commissioning Supervisor
Lead HV and LV electrical commissioning, from testing and troubleshooting to safe, fully documented handover on a complex project.
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Role Overview:
The Electrical Commissioning Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the pre-commissioning
and commissioning of HV and LV electrical systems and equipment within a project. This role
focuses on ensuring that all electrical components are installed, tested, and validated
according to design specifications, procedures, and operational requirements, contributing to
the safe and e$icient operation of the facility.
Responsibilities:
• Commissioning Planning
o Develop comprehensive commissioning plans, and procedures for electrical
systems, outlining objectives, procedures, and schedules for testing and
validation.
o Collaborate with project engineers and other disciplines to ensure electrical
commissioning activities are integrated into the overall project schedule.
o Review Vendors procedures for electrical testing.
• Testing and Verification:
o Supervise Vendors and Subcontractor’ testing of electrical systems, including
power distribution, transformers, HV and LV switchgears, control systems,
interfaces, interlocks, loop checks and safety devices.
o Supervise electrical system integration tests to ensure that electrical systems
operate correctly and safely.
o Supervise Protections testing & settings
• Test Procedure Development:
o Create and / or review commissioning test procedures (CTPs) for electrical
systems, ensuring they are detailed and comply with industry standards.
o Ensure that test procedures are clear and provide specific instructions for
conducting tests safely and e$ectively.
o Determine temporary system requirements to enable commissioning testing
o Prepare schedules for Vendor testing, assistance and support
o Determine plant, equipment, tools and specialist tool requirements for
commissioning
• Issue Identification and Troubleshooting:
o Identify and troubleshoot electrical issues that arise during the precommissioning
and commissioning process, working closely with other Site
disciplines to implement solutions.
o Document any discrepancies from design specifications in Non-Conformance
Reports (NCRs) and coordinate corrective actions.
• Documentation and Reporting:
o Prepare or review detailed commissioning reports summarizing testing
activities, results, and any issues encountered during the electrical
commissioning process.
o Maintain accurate records of all electrical commissioning activities, including
test results, inspection reports, punch lists, and compliance documentation.
• Collaboration and Communication:
o Work collaboratively with the Commissioning Manager, Subcontractors,
Vendors, and other engineers to ensure the e$ective execution of
commissioning tasks.
o Communicate test results and findings to project stakeholders, including
Commissioning Manager and clients, ensuring transparency and alignment.
• Safety Compliance:
o Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental regulations during electrical
commissioning activities.
o Ensure that all safety protocols are followed and that personnel involved in
commissioning are trained in relevant safety practices.
• Final Acceptance and Handover:
o Participate in the final acceptance process, ensuring that all electrical systems
are fully tested and verified to meet acceptance criteria.
o Facilitate the handover of commissioned electrical systems to the operations
team, ensuring they receive the necessary documentation and training
Skills and Qualifications:
• A degree in electrical engineering or a related field, with substantial experience in
electrical commissioning or a similar role.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, including power distribution, control
systems, and instrumentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex
electrical issues e$ectively.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills, with attention to detail.
• Efective communication and teamwork skills for collaborating with diverse teams and
stakeholders.
- Department
- Construction Site
- Role
- Electrical
- Locations
- Antwerp, Belgium - Site
About SITEC Quality Group
Backed by expert teams, quality systems, and standards, SITEC Quality Group ensures reliable, cost-effective, and professional quality services, providing third-party inspection, project coordination, and site supervision with highly skilled professionals across multiple disciplines.
SITEC Quality Group operates internationally, combining local expertise with a global perspective, sharing knowledge, and delivering innovative technical solutions to clients for their projects in the Energy, Power & Utilities, Mining, Renewable Energy, Building & Infrastructure sectors.