Commissioning Panel Chair

About this role

As a Commissioning Panel Chair (CPC) authorised to BP141 you are responsible for overseeing and ensuring the safe and compliant commissioning of equipment in line with BP106. The CPC will chair commissioning panels and hold overall accountability for the commissioning process ensuring that activities comply with National Grid Safety Rules, commissioning handbooks, company policies, and industry regulations. Responsibilities Chair commissioning panel meetings, ensuring compliance with BP106 requirements.

Lead technical discussions and decision-making during commissioning working parties. Ensure all commissioning activities comply with National Grid Safety Rules, commissioning handbooks, company policies, and industry regulations. Assess and manage risks associated with commissioning activities. Confirm adherence to operational procedures, method statements, and risk assessments. Ensure that commissioning documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports and reviewed and approved.

Verify that all pre-commissioning checks, system testing, and functional tests meet required standards. Liaise with Project Managers, Engineers, Site Managers, and National Grid representatives. Identify and address commissioning issues, implementing corrective actions where necessary. Ensure commissioning records, as-built documentation, and test results are accurately maintained. Approve and sign off final commissioning reports.

Extensive experience in high-voltage electrical assets within a transmission or distribution environment. Proven track record of participating in commissioning panels and leading technical decision-making. Holds a BP141 (formerly TP141) CPC authorisation or has previously held the authorisation. Strong understanding of National Grid procedures and project delivery through to commissioning. An organised individual with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Coordinate multiple stakeholders, chair meetings and commissioning workshops, ensure accurate minutes and actions are taken. Location Home based, with the option of working from Omnia offices (Stafford, Stockton Heath, Northallerton), as per project requirements. Must be willing to travel throughout the UK to support project needs. Working Hours Ideally full time but may consider part time staff positions. Package, full time employee Competitive Salary, plus discretionary bonus Working hours of 40hours per week.