Introduction

What are you going to do 

We are partnering with our client, a leading organization in the Oil and Gas sector, who is seeking a Deputy Commissioning Manager on contract basis. In this high-impact role, you will be at the forefront of commissioning activities across complex systems and disciplines, playing a pivotal part in ensuring safe, efficient system readiness and successful project handover. You will be a key leader within our client's team, interfacing directly with project leadership, head office, and client stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the preparation of all commissioning deliverables, including procedures, systemization plans, execution schedules, testing plans, and turnover/handover documentation.
  • Define and implement systemization and subsystem breakdowns in coordination with engineering, construction, and client stakeholders.
  • Develop detailed commissioning execution plans, including sequence, resources, vendor support, and temporary operating strategies.
  • Oversee the mobilization and setup of site commissioning team, ensuring adequate manpower, facilities, tools, and systems are in place.
  • Direct and control the execution of all commissioning activities, ensuring they are performed safely, in line with project schedule, budget, and in accordance with approved procedures.
  • Act as the single point of contact on site for all commissioning-related matters, including direct interface with client representatives and vendors.
  • Serve as the final decision-maker for commissioning and live plant activities, ensuring readiness and safety prior to energization, introduction of hydrocarbons, or start-up.
  • Manage subcontractors, vendors, and internal resources involved in commissioning to ensure integration and performance.
  • Monitor and report commissioning progress, risks, and issues to the Project Manager and Construction Delivery Manager and take corrective actions as required.
  • Ensure completion of all commissioning records and handover documentation in readiness for client acceptance and project closeout.
  • Attend daily and weekly meetings with client project management and operations teams.
  • Completion of commissioning activities in line with project schedule, milestones, and budget.
  • Safe execution of all commissioning works with zero or minimal incidents during live plant operations.
  • Successful systemization, procedural readiness, and approval of all commissioning deliverables.
  • Achievement of handover targets and acceptance of systems by client without major outstanding items.
  • Timely and accurate reporting of commissioning progress, issues, and resolution plans.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Process or related discipline) or equivalent experience in commissioning management.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in oil and gas commissioning, with at least 5 years in a leadership role as Commissioning Manager or equivalent.
  • Proven experience planning and executing full-cycle commissioning on major oil and gas or industrial projects.
  • Strong background in development of commissioning procedures, systemization, and readiness planning.
  • Experience interfacing directly with clients and leading commissioning teams in live plant environments.
  • In-depth knowledge of commissioning processes, system turnover, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities.
  • Skilled in systemization, sequencing, and planning of commissioning works in alignment with construction and project milestones.
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities to manage multi-discipline teams and live plant activities.
  • Excellent client interfacing, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
  • Deep understanding of HSE and quality requirements for commissioning and live operations.

What we offer 

Closing: 09 October 2026

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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