Mechanical Commissioning Engineer
Chandler Macleod ·www.chandlermacleod.com
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Mission critical & data centre projects | Australian Citizenship required
Chandler Macleod is partnering with a leading global engineering and design consultancy to appoint a Commissioning Engineer – Mechanical to their growing Melbourne commissioning team.
You’ll deliver mechanical commissioning on complex projects across data centres, healthcare, critical infrastructure and building services, and grow your career within a respected international commissioning network.
About the role
You’ll plan, coordinate, test and deliver commissioning across a varied portfolio, with a strong focus on mission critical facilities. The role suits someone who can work independently on site, contribute actively to project delivery, and work confidently with contractors, vendors, consultants and clients.
Key responsibilities
Australian Citizenship is mandatory. You must also be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance, with the ability to obtain higher levels if required.
What’s on offer
Chandler Macleod is partnering with a leading global engineering and design consultancy to appoint a Commissioning Engineer – Mechanical to their growing Melbourne commissioning team.
You’ll deliver mechanical commissioning on complex projects across data centres, healthcare, critical infrastructure and building services, and grow your career within a respected international commissioning network.
About the role
You’ll plan, coordinate, test and deliver commissioning across a varied portfolio, with a strong focus on mission critical facilities. The role suits someone who can work independently on site, contribute actively to project delivery, and work confidently with contractors, vendors, consultants and clients.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver commissioning across all project phases, from planning and testing through to handover
- Prepare, review and implement Commissioning Management Plans, test procedures and documentation
- Review contractor and vendor commissioning plans and test scripts
- Take part in and lead FATs, FWTs, site inspections and functional performance testing
- Carry out and oversee commissioning from installation verification through to integrated systems testing
- Troubleshoot mechanical system issues and work with stakeholders to resolve them
- Maintain issue registers, records and project reporting
- Coordinate commissioning activities with contractors, consultants, vendors and facility operators
- Lead and contribute to commissioning meetings, planning and risk management
- Prepare and review final commissioning reports and handover packages
- Champion safety, quality and continuous improvement
- HVAC and critical cooling
- Chilled water, condenser water and hydronic systems
- CRAC units
- CDUs and direct-to-chip liquid cooling
- Air and water TAB
- Smoke control and pressurisation
- Fire protection and hydraulic services
- BMS, EPMS and critical environmental controls
- Tertiary qualification in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering, or a mechanical trade background with solid commissioning experience
- Commissioning experience in building services, mission critical, healthcare or similar environments
- Strong knowledge of mechanical building systems, including HVAC, chilled water, hydronics, fire protection and critical cooling
- Experience with equipment inspections, FATs and FWTs
- Experience supporting or delivering site-based commissioning on complex projects
- Strong troubleshooting skills and clear written and verbal communication
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team
- Willing to travel to project sites as required
- Data centre, healthcare or other critical environment experience
- Commissioning accreditations such as ACG CxA, CSA, BCxA, ASHRAE BCxP, Green Star AP or LEED
- Experience with commissioning management systems and Microsoft Project
Australian Citizenship is mandatory. You must also be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Baseline Security Clearance, with the ability to obtain higher levels if required.
What’s on offer
- Exposure to technically challenging, nationally significant projects
- Career development, mentoring and training through a global commissioning network
- A collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values technical excellence
- An inclusive workplace that supports its people to grow
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Who is hiring for the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer role?
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Where is the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer job located?
The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer role with Chandler Macleod is based in Melbourne, VIC, AU.
What does the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer role pay?
Chandler Macleod lists the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer role at AUD 120,000–150,000 per year.
Is the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Chandler Macleod.
What experience level is the Mechanical Commissioning Engineer role?
The Mechanical Commissioning Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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