Role - Commissioning Manager
Location - Plymouth ( Hybrid )
My client is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to lead commissioning activities across complex engineering projects within a high-spec, cleanroom-based manufacturing environment.
This role places a strong emphasis on system commissioning, integration, and operational readiness, ensuring all systems are fully tested, optimised, and ready for handover within a controlled production environment. You will play a key role in the final stages of project delivery, working closely with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless system startup and transition to operations
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee commissioning activities across HVAC systems, cleanroom environments, utilities, and process systems
* Develop and execute commissioning strategies, plans, and documentation (procedures, test scripts, reports)
* Drive system integration, testing, and performance validation to ensure operational readiness
* Act as a technical problem solver, identifying and resolving issues during commissioning, start-up, and handover phases
* Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including engineering, automation, construction, and validation
* Oversee the final stages of project delivery, ensuring systems are fully tested, integrated, and ready for operational use
* Manage commissioning schedules, progress tracking, and reporting to stakeholders
* Review and approve technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance
* Support integration with automation and control systems (BMS, PLC, SCADA)
* Act as a client-facing representative, providing updates and ensuring expectations are met
* Ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality standards throughout commissioning activities
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Commissioning Manager or Lead Commissioning role within high-spec or controlled environments
* Strong hands-on experience commissioning HVAC systems, cleanrooms, and utilities (e.g. black utilities, process gases)
* Demonstrated ability in technical problem-solving during commissioning and system start-up
* Experience generating and managing commissioning documentation and procedures
* Knowledge of automation systems (BMS, PLC, SCADA) is advantageous
* Experience within semiconductor, microelectronics, data centre, pharmaceutical, or advanced manufacturing environments is highly desirable
* Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing skills
* Strong organisational and project coordination abilities
Looking forward to hearing back from you!