Job Description

Kapitol are a fast-paced and rapidly growing construction company. We target passionate people that have a great foundation, thrive on success, and take pride in the quality of their work. Creative, innovative thinkers with growth mindsets make up our existing team – and we set out to bring aboard the same. Great projects happen when you have even greater people. We are looking for a Commissioning Engineer to join our growing Data Centre team and support the delivery of highly technical projects.

Snapshot of your new day-to-day

• Support the planning and delivery of commissioning activities across mechanical, electrical and controls systems
• Coordinate commissioning activities in line with project programmes, milestones and client requirements
• Work closely with Trade Partners, consultants, vendors and project teams to drive commissioning outcomes
• Support the development and review of commissioning plans, procedures, test scripts and results across L1–L5
• Track commissioning progress, risks, issues and outstanding actions through to close-out
• Support on-site testing, verification and inspection of building services systems
• Review commissioning documentation for completeness, accuracy and compliance
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues throughout commissioning
• Prepare commissioning reports and maintain accurate test records, evidence and handover documentation
• Support the successful transition of systems through commissioning and into final handover

Foundation for your success in the role

• Qualification in mechanical, electrical, building services, construction or a related engineering discipline
• Experience as a Commissioning Engineer, Project Engineer, Site Engineer or Services Engineer within construction or engineering
• Exposure to the installation, testing, commissioning or handover of building services
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, schematics and technical documentation
• Understanding of mechanical, electrical, fire, hydraulic, BMS or controls systems
• Experience coordinating Trade Partners, consultants, suppliers and project stakeholders
• Exposure to commissioning plans, test scripts, witness testing, integrated systems testing and handover highly regarded
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive actions through to completion
• Experience with Aconex, Procore, HammerTech, Visibuild or similar platforms advantageous
• Data centre, critical infrastructure, hospital or other highly serviced project experience highly regarded
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail

We are the destination for your career in construction

Kapitol is revolutionising the construction industry by embracing cutting-edge digital technology, driving innovation, and prioritising quality, safety, and workplace culture to create a future where construction is more productive, safe, and sustainable. Based in Melbourne, we're building to be Australia-wide with a diverse portfolio including commercial, education, industrial and residential projects.

Our greatest investment is in our people. The proof is in our award-winning workplace culture, which has been designed to break the mould.

• Agile, fast-tracked career development pathways from the start
• Industry-specific, leading training and development
• Flexible working arrangement options and hours
• Paid Parental Leave, financial and practical support, and much more

Kapitol value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, life stages, cultures, faiths, sexual orientation, and genders.

Find out more about Kapitol on our website (kapitol.com) – and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok for regular updates.

Please be sure to apply directly as we will not be engaging the services of recruitment agencies, nor any agency-represented candidates for this role. Kapitol will not be held responsible for any associated fees from recruitment agencies resulting from unsolicited introductions.

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