Associate Commissioning Panel Chair

Egis Group

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

Established in 2012, Omnia Projects is a respected specialist in T&D engineering, project management and technical assurance. With over 110 staff the company has delivered critical infrastructure for clients including National Grid, helping to shape the UK’s evolving energy system. Omnia Projects brings deep expertise across the full energy project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to commissioning and operation, helping clients navigate the growing complexity of the UK’s energy landscape. The addition of Omnia Projects strengthens Egis’ strategy to deliver a fully integrated service offering in the sector. It enhances capabilities in civil and structural engineering, protection and control and project delivery services for high-voltage substations and overhead line and cable design, creating a broader service offering for clients involved in energy transition and grid modernisation.

Requirements

• Experience in working on high-voltage electrical projects within a transmission or distribution environment.
• A sound understanding of National Grid Business Procedures and Supplier Requirements
• Have already undertaken or will have the relevant experience to undertake the BP106 Technical and Process Building Blocks
• Strong understanding of National Grid procedures and project delivery through to commissioning.
• An organised individual with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Coordinate multiple stakeholders, chair meetings and commissioning workshops, ensure accurate minutes and actions are taken.

Nice To Haves

• Undertaken or will have the relevant experience to undertake the BP106 Technical and Process Building Blocks with aspirations to become a Commissioning Panel Chair.
• Willing to and have experience to undertake other relevant Project Support roles (PM, Planner, PD Rep etc.) to support your Commissioning Panel Chair journey.

Responsibilities

• Chair commissioning panel meetings for non-complex schemes (Asset Replacements), subject to undertaking BP106 Technical and Process Building Blocks, ensuring compliance with BP106 requirements.
• Lead technical discussions and decision-making during commissioning working parties.
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with National Grid Safety Rules, commissioning handbooks, company policies, and industry regulations.
• Assess and manage risks associated with commissioning activities.
• Confirm adherence to operational procedures, method statements, and risk assessments.
• Ensure that commissioning documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports are reviewed and approved.
• Verify that all pre-commissioning checks, system testing, and functional tests meet required standards.
• Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, Site Managers, and National Grid representatives.
• Identify and address commissioning issues, implementing corrective actions where necessary.
• Ensure commissioning records, as-built documentation, and test results are accurately maintained.
• Approve and sign off final commissioning reports.
• Using existing project experience and qualifications, be willing to engage in project support and project management roles to support your commissioning panel authorisation journey.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus discretionary bonus
• Working hours of 40hours per week.
• All overtime payable or time off in lieu (your choice) should you work more than this
• 22 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Workplace Pension
• Death in Service
• Company car scheme

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed