Deputy Commissioning Manager

Job Description Summary The Deputy Commissioning Manager will be responsible for overseeing assigned commissioning activities within High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) projects, leading and coordinating an international team of electrical commissioning engineers onsite. The role involves managing interfaces across multiple disciplines, consortium partners and contractors, including electrical systems, protection and control, eLumina, SCADA and telecommunications, primary plant equipment, and auxiliary systems. The successful candidate will support the Commissioning Manager in ensuring the safe, efficient and timely execution of commissioning activities in accordance with project specifications, quality standards, contractual obligations and applicable regulatory requirements. Roles and Responsibilities Ensure compliance with all Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) requirements throughout commissioning activities. Monitor commissioning resource and staffing plans, tracking actual deployment against planned requirements. Coordinate with and provide regular updates to the site Commissioning Management team. Manage project and site documentation, including contracts, reports, drawings, checklists and commissioning records. Monitor, record and report contractor work progress in collaboration with site commissioning teams. Implement, monitor and report EHS performance in accordance with GE Vernova standards and project requirements. Develop commissioning sequences and site execution schedules, ensuring alignment with project milestones and critical-path activities. Liaise with engineering and design teams to ensure the timely availability of technical documentation, specifications, drawings, bills of quantities and material lists. Prepare, coordinate, review and manage commissioning documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, traceability and compliance with applicable statutory regulations, project specifications, approved designs and customer requirements. Prepare commissioning progress reports and provide relevant updates to the Commissioning Manager. Manage commissioning-related quality matters, including non-conformance reporting, risk assessments and mitigation measures. Review and approve commissioning test procedures and protocols, ensuring consistency with applicable digital commissioning tools where required. Prepare and coordinate commissioning plans, switching programmes, energization requests and relevant permit applications. Participate in customer and consortium partner meetings, maintaining effective communication and coordination with key stakeholders. Support the preparation of weekly and monthly progress reports, meeting minutes and other project deliverables. Lead and coordinate commissioning teams, contractors and relevant stakeholders to ensure safe and efficient site execution. Qualifications and Requirements Diploma or higher qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant technical experience. Strong technical understanding of HVDC control systems and associated electrical and mechanical infrastructure is essential. Proven experience in HVDC converter station construction and commissioning is essential. Demonstrated experience leading commissioning teams on complex high-voltage substation or electrical infrastructure projects is essential. Experience in commissioning verification and compliance with Transmission System Operator (TSO) requirements. Knowledge of grid automation systems, protection and control systems, and related electrical infrastructure. Hands-on commissioning experience combined with proven team leadership or management capabilities. Strong problem-solving, crisis management and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage subcontractors and meet project deadlines. Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and international commissioning teams. Strong commitment to EHS standards and the ability to promote and maintain a positive safety culture across site operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word and SharePoint. Strong organisational, planning and coordination skills, with a structured and proactive approach to work. Good written and verbal communication skills in English to support technical documentation, reporting and coordination with project stakeholders. Willingness to work at large industrial construction sites and offshore project locations. Mobility Requirements Willing and able to travel internationally on a frequent basis. Able to undertake extended site assignments, including offshore deployments. Flexible to travel at short notice based on project requirements.