Commissioning Panel Chair

Company Description

Established in 2012, Omnia Projects is a respected specialist in T&D engineering, project management and technical assurance. With over 110 staff the company has delivered critical infrastructure for clients including National Grid, helping to shape the UK’s evolving energy system.

Omnia Projects brings deep expertise across the full energy project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to commissioning and operation, helping clients navigate the growing complexity of the UK’s energy landscape. The addition of Omnia Projects strengthens Egis’ strategy to deliver a fully integrated service offering in the sector. It enhances capabilities in civil and structural engineering, protection and control and project delivery services for high-voltage substations and overhead line and cable design, creating a broader service offering for clients involved in energy transition and grid modernisation.

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

• 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. All overtime payable or time off in lieu (your choice) should you work more than this
• 22days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Workplace Pension
• Death in Service
• Company car scheme

Additional Information

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.