Senior Commissioning Engineer

4 weeks ago

Port Hedland, Australia Frontline Automation Pty Full time

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Commissioning Engineer to lead commissioning activities on site for major industrial projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring control systems are installed, tested, and commissioned to meet technical, functional, and safety requirements.

Port Hedland residential and/or fixed roster FIFO options available.

Key Responsibilities

1. Lead and execute commissioning of control systems including PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and networked automation infrastructure.
2. Perform site-based functional testing, loop checking, fault-finding, and system tuning.
3. Interface with project stakeholders including construction, electrical, instrumentation, and OEM teams to coordinate commissioning activities.
4. Interpret and validate I/O schedules, control philosophies, and P&IDs against system performance.
5. Ensure systems comply with project specifications, Australian standards, and client requirements.
6. Troubleshoot hardware and software issues across control and communication systems.
7. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
8. Generate and maintain commissioning documentation including test reports, redlines, punch lists, and progress tracking.
9. Support site acceptance testing (SAT) and handover to operations.

Requirements

1. Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Mechatronic, or similar).
2. Minimum 5 years’ relevant industry experience.
3. Proficiency with major PLC/SCADA platforms (e.g. Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, Citect, Ignition).
4. Strong understanding of industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profibus, etc.).
5. Proven ability to work autonomously in remote and high-pressure environments.
6. Sound knowledge of AS/NZS standards, functional safety, and site commissioning protocols.
7. Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
8. Australian citizenship or valid Australian work visa.
9. Experience with commissioning large-scale greenfield or brownfield projects.
10. Exida/TUV Functional Safety certification or similar.
11. Relevant site access tickets (e.g. White Card, MSIC, or site-specific inductions).
12. Exposure to control room integration and operational readiness processes.

What We Offer

At Frontline Automation, we recognise that people are our most invaluable asset. We foster a workplace culture built on integrity, trust and support and put people and work-life balance first. We offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package that recognises your talent and rewards your loyalty and contribution. You’ll share in the company’s success and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment in which for you to succeed.

1. A competitive remuneration package.
2. Employee bonus and reward schemes.
3. Exclusive employee discounts and offers.
4. Ongoing mentoring and training for professional development and career progression.
5. Employee assistance program for employees and their families.
6. Regular team building and social events.

Additional incentives offered for Port Hedland-based residential roles.

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