Commissioning Manager (EPCC / 1-Year Contract)

Monthly Basic Salary: SGD $8,000 – $11,000
Employment Type: Full-Time, 1-Year Contract
Work Location: Tuas, Singapore (Project Site)
Working Hours: 5 Days per Week, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Overseas Travel: May be required for project assignments in Hong Kong

Job Description

Our client, an engineering company specialising in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning (EPCC) projects, is seeking an experienced Commissioning Manager to join its Life Cycle Services team.

The successful candidate will lead and coordinate commissioning, pre-commissioning, start-up and testing activities across energy-related projects, including power generation, natural gas facilities, gas transmission and distribution systems.

This position requires strong hands-on technical experience, project execution capabilities and the ability to supervise multidisciplinary commissioning personnel.

Candidates with Electrical Commissioning experience will be given particular consideration. Professionals specialising in Instrumentation & Control (I&C) or Mechanical Equipment Commissioning are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Commissioning Planning & Execution

• Develop commissioning strategies, execution plans, schedules and procedures in accordance with project requirements.

• Lead pre-commissioning, mechanical completion, commissioning, start-up, operational testing and performance testing activities.

• Coordinate system and subsystem boundaries with engineering and construction teams.

• Ensure commissioning activities meet technical specifications, project milestones, safety requirements and applicable industry standards.

• Oversee relevant commissioning activities involving MV switchgear, LV electrical systems, instrumentation and control systems, or mechanical/compressor equipment, depending on technical specialisation.

Project Coordination & Technical Management

• Coordinate closely with engineering, procurement, construction, HSE, OEMs, vendors and project stakeholders.

• Identify and resolve technical issues affecting commissioning readiness, execution and project delivery.

• Participate in project risk assessments and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

• Prepare, review and submit commissioning procedures, testing documentation, completion records and related technical deliverables.

• Monitor commissioning progress, quality, project schedules and technical performance.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and supervise a commissioning team of approximately 3–4 personnel.

• Allocate responsibilities, coordinate daily site activities and monitor deliverable quality.

• Liaise with clients, contractors, vendors and internal project stakeholders.

• Provide progress updates and technical recommendations to project management.

• Support continuous improvement of commissioning workflows and execution efficiency.

Job Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Approximately 10 years or more of relevant hands-on experience in commissioning, pre-commissioning, mechanical completion, start-up, testing or related project activities.

• Proven experience working on EPC/EPCC projects.

• Practical commissioning experience in at least one of the following disciplines:

  • Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear and associated electrical systems.

  • Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems.

  • Instrumentation & Control (I&C) systems, including PLC, SCADA or ICSS.

  • Rotating mechanical equipment, including compressor commissioning.

• Experience in energy, oil & gas, natural gas facilities, power generation or related industrial projects.

• Ability to plan, coordinate and manage commissioning activities across project stages.

• Strong technical troubleshooting, stakeholder coordination and problem-solving capabilities.

• Ability to supervise commissioning personnel and work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.

• Willingness to undertake site-based work and overseas project assignments when required.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Qualification in Electrical, Mechanical, Electronic, Instrumentation Engineering or a related discipline. Candidates with substantial relevant practical experience will also be considered.

• Electrical Commissioning experience, particularly involving MV switchgear or LV systems.

• Experience with gas receiving facilities, LNG terminals, gas transmission/distribution facilities or power generation plants.

• Familiarity with applicable engineering codes and standards, including IEC, ASME, API, ISO and BS.

• Experience in completion management, commissioning documentation and performance testing.

• Previous experience leading commissioning teams in EPC/EPCC project environments.

Additional Information

• This is a 12-month contract position.

• The initial assignment will be based at a project site in Tuas, Singapore, for approximately six months.

• Overseas assignments to Hong Kong may be required, typically lasting one to two months depending on project requirements.

• Candidates should be able to meet the project's required commencement timeline.

• Monthly salary will be determined based on relevant technical experience, qualifications and overall suitability.

Interested candidates please call/ WhatsApp me at 87152978 or send your resume to *************

Victor Gan (R1550441)
Swift Search Global Pte Ltd (EA 18C9495)