Position: Commissioning Manager - Electrical
Bureau Veritas Group
External Job Advertisement:
Position: Commissioning Manager – Electrical
Location: Tanzania
Nationality: Tanzanians nationals only
Contract Duration: 18 Months
About Us:
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Position Summary
The Commissioning Manager – Electrical will lead all site-based electrical commissioning activities. This role requires a senior electrical engineer with extensive experience in commissioning of high-voltage substations, power distribution systems, and automation/control interfaces. The Commissioning Manager ensures that all systems are tested, documented, and handed over in line with Electric’s quality, safety, and technical standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the complete commissioning process of electrical systems, including transformers, HV/MV switchgear, circuit breakers, and auxiliary systems.
- Develop and execute detailed commissioning plans, test procedures, and handover packages in line with project specifications.
- Oversee the testing of protection relays (e.g., Micom, Sepam), interface panels, and communication protocols.
- Coordinate with SCADA, ECS, and Telecom teams to ensure integrated system commissioning and functional operation.
- Manage a team of site commissioning engineers and technicians, ensuring compliance with Schneider safety standards and deadlines.
- Review engineering deliverables and ensure commissioning requirements are embedded in the design.
- Interface with subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to organize vendor support and system startup sequences.
- Prepare commissioning progress reports and lead regular coordination meetings.
- Support final handover documentation, certificates, redline drawings, and test reports.
- Conduct root cause analysis and technical troubleshooting for site issues encountered during commissioning.
- Ensure all electrical works are compliant with IEC standards, client specifications, and site HSE regulations.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
Experience
- 12–15 years of experience in commissioning large-scale electrical systems.
- Strong background in power systems, HV/MV substations, oil & gas environments, and SCADA integration.
- Demonstrated leadership in managing multi-disciplinary commissioning teams.
Certifications
- PMP, COMPEX, or commissioning-specific certifications are advantageous.
Technical Skills
- In-depth knowledge of electrical commissioning practices, testing tools (e.g., Omicron, Megger), and high-voltage safety protocols.
- Proficient in protection relay configuration and testing (e.g., Micom, Sepam).
- Understanding of SCADA protocols, interlocking logics, and functional testing principles.
- Familiarity with control logic documents, single-line diagrams, and interface control drawings.
- Solid grasp of international standards: IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and relevant oil & gas commissioning procedures.
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