Commissioning and Handover Manager

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco  is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We are looking for a Commissioning and Handover Manager to lead the delivery of Group CAPEX projects ranging from £50m to £1.5B, alongside production support and commissioning activities at our Capenhurst site. In this role, you will act as the C&I Design Authority and Design Authority Intelligent Customer for commissioning, while working closely with Group Projects to oversee the control and testing of plant modifications. The position requires in-depth engineering and plant knowledge, as well as strong technical and people leadership skills. Experience in managing multi-discipline major projects is essential.

At Urenco, we are committed to helping you excel in your career. If you meet most, but not all, of the qualifications, we still encourage you to apply. We embrace the passion and potential of our people, offering market-leading training and development opportunities, as well as the chance to be mentored by some of the most talented professionals in the industry.

What You’ll Do:

• Delivery of Plant Continuous Improvement Projects: Manage continuous improvement projects based on data gathering, problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
• Management of Change: Lead the management of change processes to ensure smooth project execution.
• Commissioning of New Facilities: Oversee the commissioning of new plant systems and plant modifications on behalf of Group Projects.
• Lead Commissioning and Acceptance Process: Take charge of the Group Projects commissioning and acceptance processes.
• Subject Matter Expert: Serve as the nominated Subject Matter Expert (SME) for defined areas within the Urenco group matrix.
• Commissioning and Handover Management for Major Projects: Lead the commissioning and handover process for large-scale projects.
• Handover of Projects: Ensure successful handover of projects to the operational team.
• Quality Assurance Documentation: Ensure that all required Quality Assurance documentation (LTR’s) are complete, compliant with project specifications, and meet regulatory standards to enable commissioning activities to proceed.
• Develop Commissioning and Acceptance Plans: Create and ensure the implementation of commissioning and acceptance plans for all projects requiring commissioning or acceptance.
• Provide Training and Information: Supply the necessary information, instructions, and training to operations and maintenance teams for commissioned systems and equipment.
• Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) Involvement: Ensure that operations, maintenance personnel, and Commissioning Duly Appointed Persons (DAPs) are involved in witnessing FATs.
• Inactive Commissioning Documentation: Develop and issue Site Acceptance Test (SAT) documentation and other related inactive commissioning documents.

What You Need to Thrive in This Role:

• Qualifications:
• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline, or demonstrable commissioning experience in a similar high-hazard chemical or nuclear process plant environment with significant multi-discipline projects (Essential).
• Holds a Professional Qualification (e.g., Professional Engineer, Chartered Engineer, or EUR ING) (Essential).
• Working towards or holds Chartered Engineer status (Desirable).
• Formal leadership and management qualifications.

• Certifications and Experience:
• B206 DAP (Commissioning) LC 21(5)
• B300 Intelligent Customer (Commissioning)
• B302 Process Owner
• Demonstrable commissioning and design experience in a highly regulated industry.
• Extensive experience in managing major CAPEX, multi-discipline projects.

• Skills and Expertise:
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience supervising senior engineers, engineers, and technicians, including setting to work plant systems and equipment.
• Project Management: Ability to track commissioning progress against time and cost benefits, managing project vendor obligations linked with the scope of work.
• Regulatory Compliance: In-depth understanding of regulatory governance and compliance within nuclear and high-hazard industries.
• Contract Management: Proven experience managing EPCM contracts.
• Technical Knowledge: Well-versed in nuclear safety systems (BS EN 61508) and plant control systems and safety systems (DBSMs and SRSs).
• Problem Solving: Skilled in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis (preferred)

• Technical Competencies:
  • Thorough understanding of different commissioning phases (e.g., FATs, SATs) and nuclear safety regulations.
  • Solid knowledge of leading commissioning management techniques and international/national engineering standards (e.g., Nuclear Site Licence Conditions, ONR TIGs/TAGs/SAPs, Nuclear Safety Case).
  • Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-specialists and produce high-quality technical documentation, including specifications.
  • Ability to assess problems, feasibility, and develop practical solutions.

• Additional Competencies:
• Skilled in exercising authority in contractor and supplier control related to commissioning and acceptance activities.
• Ability to lead multi-discipline groups effectively.
• Awareness of supply chain methodologies.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper.  As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• Generous Annual Leave: Starting at 25 days, increasing by one day every two years (up to 30 days), plus 13 additional flexible days. Option to buy or sell up to 5 holiday days.
• Family-Friendly Policies: A wide range of policies to support work-life balance and family needs.
• Bonus Scheme: A competitive bonus scheme based on company and individual performance.
• Pension Scheme: Defined contribution plan with up to 16% employer contribution.
• Private Medical & Dental Cover: Single coverage with the option to purchase additional benefits.
• Flexible Benefits: Life assurance, income protection, and other options tailored to your lifestyle, with tax and National Insurance savings.
• Training & Development: A focus on continuous learning, with personalised training packages to support your career growth, including mandatory health and safety courses.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.

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