Job Description

Advertised location: Sydney, NSW. This role supports regional renewable construction; travel and the project roster apply as described below.

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Our client is an engineering and construction business working across transport, defence and major infrastructure. It combines project delivery expertise with a focus on collaboration, technical improvement and sustainable outcomes.

The Opportunity n

Lead solar commissioning from mechanical and electrical completion to grid connection on a major New South Wales project. Reporting to project leadership, you will coordinate engineers, HV operators, technicians and equipment suppliers. This is a site-based DIDO role on a 14:7 roster, with accommodation and allowances where applicable.

Your Responsibilities n

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- Set the commissioning strategy, inspection plans, testing procedures and energisation sequence.
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- Manage hold-point tests against generator performance standards and network requirements.
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- Coordinate commissioning engineers, HV switching teams, SCADA technicians and OEM representatives.
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- Enforce lock-out/tag-out and HV safety procedures during energisation.
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- Track and resolve electrical, mechanical and control-system defects before completion.
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- Prepare progress reports, technical records and operations handover manuals.




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RequirementsSkills, Education And Requirements n

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- An Electrical Engineering bachelor degree, or an electrical trade background with substantial management experience.
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- Proven commissioning management or lead engineering experience on utility-scale solar, wind or BESS; projects above 200 MW are preferred.
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- Detailed MV/HV, inverter, tracker and SCADA knowledge.
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- Understanding of National Electricity Rules, AEMO registration and grid connection requirements.
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- A Construction White Card; HV switching credentials are highly regarded.
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- Strong communication and practical judgement under delivery pressure.
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- Current right to live and work in the role location.
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BenefitsWhy Join? nn
- Remuneration aligned with market conditions, experience and contribution.
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- Opportunities to develop across transport, defence and renewable energy projects.
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- Ongoing professional learning and pathways into future leadership roles.
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- Parental leave provisions that accommodate different family needs.
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- Adaptable arrangements may be discussed according to the position and project requirements.
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Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcomed.

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📌 Commissioning Manager - Utility-Scale Solar (Sydney)
🏢 Multicultural Consulting Services Pty
📍 Sydney