Commissioning Manager

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia Talesca Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

A leading national infrastructure contractor is expanding their presence in Western Australia and is now seeking a
Regional Commissioning Manager
to lead transmission commissioning across utility, renewables, and energy infrastructure projects.

This is a
newly created leadership role
—offering the chance to build a commissioning function from the ground up, starting with a major HV transmission program and scaling across a growing WA portfolio.

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Deliver end-to-end commissioning of
    HV substations (132kV–330kV)
    across both greenfield and brownfield sites.
  • Lead and support complex testing across
    secondary systems
    , including:
  • Protection schemes
    , relay testing and configuration (e.g. SEL, GE, Siemens)
  • SCADA
    , automation, and control systems
  • Interface with outage planning, switching schedules, and system requests
  • Represent the business in front of utility clients and network operators.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and technicians.
  • Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

What You'll Bring:

  • Strong commissioning background in
    transmission (not distribution)
    .
  • Hands-on expertise in
    secondary systems
    and
    protection & control
    .
  • Solid understanding of
    substation configurations
    (breaker-and-a-half, mesh),
    NEI regulations
    , and
    HV isolation procedures
    .
  • Confidence to engage directly with utilities and drive technical outcomes.
  • A leadership style that's hands-on, structured, and team-focused.
  • Based in WA or open to relocation.

What's On Offer:

  • A rare chance to shape the commissioning strategy for a major contractor in WA.
  • Lead delivery on a $1B+ project pipeline.
  • Support from national engineering and delivery leadership.
  • A very market aware salary package

If you're an experienced commissioning professional with deep secondary systems knowledge and a drive to lead—this is your chance to take ownership of a region and make your mark.

Apply now
or reach out for a confidential conversation.

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