We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to play a critical role in shaping how a major, complex project will be constructed and commissioned.

This position initially focuses on execution development activities during the study phase to ensure that the commissioning strategies, processes and plans are embedded early to support successful project delivery. The role will initially be based in Adelaide during the study phase and then transition to site-based work thereafter to lead and oversee the site-based commissioning activities from early pre-commissioning to final handover of systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide deep commissioning and execution expertise to guide the project during the study phase, ensuring delivery certainty and execution readiness from the outset.
• Lead and oversee commissioning personnel in alignment with study objectives.
• Manage and coordinate assigned project activities to meet schedule, cost, and quality targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders, including contractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Contribute to the development of project schedules, cost estimates, and budgets.
• Define and implement a structured approach to commissioning and turnover, covering:
• Pre-commissioning
• Commissioning
• Start-up and testing
• Operations readiness
• Final handover of systems, facilities, and equipment
• Interface with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) partners to support:
• Execution strategy development
• Commissioning execution planning
• Schedule and manpower planning
• Costing and budgeting
• Develop and contribute to key project deliverables, including Project Execution Plans and Commissioning Plans.
• Establish system boundaries, scope of work, and commissioning/start-up strategies.
• Develop project-specific commissioning and start-up procedures and documentation.
• Oversee the preparation of technical presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and supporting materials.
• Support project risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure alignment across technical disciplines, contractors, suppliers, and client teams to deliver integrated, fit-for-purpose solutions.

Basic Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering or a related discipline and 20 years of relevant experience on large and complex projects (with a degree), or 24 years of experience without a degree.
• Demonstrated experience in commissioning, start-up, and project execution planning for large-scale industrial or infrastructure project.

Other Job Requirements

• Proven leadership experience on multi-billion-dollar projects, with the ability to set direction and lead commissioning teams through complex delivery environments
• Strong client-facing capability, including building trust, managing expectations, and confidently representing commissioning strategies at senior levels
• Deep expertise across the full commissioning lifecycle, from early planning and strategy development through to execution, start-up, and handover
• Demonstrated experience in brownfield environments, including managing interfaces with operating facilities, minimizing disruption, and ensuring safe integration
• Ability to integrate commissioning requirements into overall project execution planning, including alignment with construction, engineering, and operations
• Track record in developing and implementing structured commissioning processes, systems, and turnover methodologies
• Strong focus on safety, risk management, and operational readiness in high-risk, live operating environments
• Commercial and delivery acumen, with experience supporting cost, schedule, and resource planning at a program level
• Capability to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contractors, ensuring alignment across all stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the mining sector
• Experience with modularisation approaches (highly regarded)

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and execution planning
• Leadership and team coordination
• Stakeholder engagement and communication
• Problem-solving and risk management
• Strong organisational and documentation skills