The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Area Commissioning Team Leader (ACTL) to support the delivery of a major, high-hazard engineering project within a regulated environment.
This is a key leadership role responsible for managing commissioning activities across designated systems and ensuring safe, compliant transition from construction through to operational handover.
You will lead a multi-disciplinary commissioning team and play a critical role in delivering commissioning scope in line with programme, cost, and regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead commissioning activities across assigned plant/systems, ensuring delivery aligns with project strategy and programme
Act as a senior safety leader, driving a strong safety culture and maintaining a focus on Zero Harm across all activities
Oversee and support commissioning walkdowns, inspections, and “Leader in the Field” safety engagements
Manage the preparation, review, and approval of commissioning test documentation (IPC/ISC)
Control and coordinate commissioning test execution, including witnessing, recording, and results validation
Provide regular progress updates and reports to senior commissioning management
Maintain accurate and timely reporting of all commissioning activities
Manage and present daily progress via Line of Sight (LOS) boards, highlighting risks and issues
Work closely with planning teams to optimise commissioning sequences and maximise delivery efficiency
Interface with engineering, construction, and project stakeholders to enable timely system handover
Ensure all commissioning records are captured, maintained, and auditable
Plan and allocate commissioning resources effectively to meet project demands
Ensure team competency (SQEP) and compliance with all training and project requirements
Support integration with wider project processes including design, HAZOP, risk management, and estimating
Drive continuous improvement across commissioning processes and deliveryEssential Experience & Qualifications
Proven commissioning experience in a leadership role within highly regulated environments (e.g. nuclear, energy, or similar)
Strong background in systems commissioning, with a control systems bias
Experience managing commissioning teams, including engineers and technicians
Familiarity with completions/commissioning management systems (e.g. GoCompletions or similar)
Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or Degree in a relevant discipline)
Good understanding of project management principles (APM membership desirable)
IOSH Managing Safely (or equivalent)
CSCS card (or equivalent)Systems & Tools
Completions Management Systems (e.g. GoCompletions)
Microsoft Office SuiteKey Attributes
Strong leadership and team management capability
Excellent stakeholder engagement across engineering, construction, and project functions
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced project environment
Proactive, solutions-driven approach with a focus on delivery
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business