Project Commissioning Lead - Renewables (Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth or Sydney)

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Project Commissioning Lead based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Perth. You’ll be responsible for leading and coordinating all project specific commissioning activities, working closely with engineering, construction, OEM partners, and operations teams to ensure the safe, efficient, and successful start-up and handover of renewable energy assets (incorporating thermal generation, solar PV, BESS, and wind).

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What you'll do as Project Commissioning Lead:

• Plan, coordinate, and lead commissioning activities for hybrid renewable energy projects, including thermal, solar photovoltaic (PV), Battery energy storage system (BESS), and wind turbine generators.

• Develop commissioning procedures, Inspection and Test Plans schedules, procedures, and checklists aligned with project requirements and industry standards.

• Supervise commissioning teams, subcontractors, and third-party vendors to ensure quality and safety compliance.

• Oversee system testing, performance verification, and troubleshooting during commissioning phases.

• Collaborate closely with engineering, construction, and operations teams to resolve technical issues and optimize system performance.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards throughout commissioning.

• Prepare and maintain detailed commissioning documentation, reports, and handover packages.

• Facilitate client inspections, acceptance testing, and final project handover.

• Drive continuous improvement in commissioning processes and methodologies.

You are / have:

• A Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or be trades qualified as an Electrician with relevant experience.

• 5 – 10+ years commissioning experience in power generation.

• Established track record commissioning thermal, solar PV, wind turbines, and BESS.

• The skills and experience to autonomously lead and supervise commissioning.

• Experience with hybrid power plant controls, Energy Management Systems (EMS), SCADA systems, and grid integration.

• High voltage switching qualifications or equivalent (preferred).

• OEM training / certifications for solar inverters, wind turbines, or BESS systems (advantage).

• Strong knowledge of relevant codes, standards and regulations (e.g., IEC, AS/NZS, grid codes).

• Strong understanding of HV / LV electrical systems, protection schemes, grid codes, control systems and utility interfacing.

• Demonstrated experience/understanding of Hazardous Areas associated with hydrocarbons

• Thorough understanding of Tier 1 commissioning process’s or similar.

• Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary site teams in complex commissioning environments.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

• A dynamic and purpose-driven culture

• Access to cutting-edge technology and global resources

Our people are can-do, positive, resilient and persistent. If that feels like you, apply now and build your career with the people bringing energy to the world.