Site E&I Commissioning Engineer
BH-336708
Posted: 09/06/2026
- $110-$115/hr + Super
- Australia Western Australia Perth
- Contract
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Mining
Electrical & Instrumentation Commissioning Engineer
đź“Ť Perth (Booragoon + Site) | DIDO
💰 $110–$115/hr
⏳ ASAP Start | Long-term pipeline beyond project
Why This Role?
The Opportunity
We’re seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Commissioning Engineer to join a growing project team delivering a $25M brownfield expansion project.
This role will see you play a key part in commissioning a filtration plant, a mirror-image duplication of an existing asset, including filter presses, pumps, hydraulic units, and conveyors.
You’ll initially be based at the office (2 days site / 3 days office) before transitioning to full-time site commissioning (DIDO, 8-hour days).
With strong leadership from the Project Manager and Commissioning Lead, this is a critical hire to coordinate multiple contractors and drive commissioning outcomes.
About the Project
Key Responsibilities
What You’ll Bring
Apply Now:
Sounds like you? Click the links to apply. Only shortlisted candidates to be contacted.
MEC123
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
đź“Ť Perth (Booragoon + Site) | DIDO
💰 $110–$115/hr
⏳ ASAP Start | Long-term pipeline beyond project
Why This Role?
- High-impact role on a technically interesting expansion project
- Strong pipeline — this is not a one-project contract
- Competitive hourly rate
- Immediate interview prioritisation
The Opportunity
We’re seeking an experienced Electrical & Instrumentation Commissioning Engineer to join a growing project team delivering a $25M brownfield expansion project.
This role will see you play a key part in commissioning a filtration plant, a mirror-image duplication of an existing asset, including filter presses, pumps, hydraulic units, and conveyors.
You’ll initially be based at the office (2 days site / 3 days office) before transitioning to full-time site commissioning (DIDO, 8-hour days).
With strong leadership from the Project Manager and Commissioning Lead, this is a critical hire to coordinate multiple contractors and drive commissioning outcomes.
About the Project
- Brownfield capacity expansion project
- Multi-contractor environment (key complexity)
- Mix of vendor-supplied and site-integrated equipment
- Commissioning scheduled for late next year
- Strong pipeline of future projects following completion
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate electrical & instrumentation commissioning activities
- Review and execute commissioning plans, procedures, and work packs
- Carry out:
- Electrical testing (IR, continuity, protection, energisation)
- Loop checks, I/O testing, calibration & functional testing
- Support SAT, system testing, and start-up readiness
- Manage punch lists, defects, and close-out activities
- Coordinate across 6–7 contractors with varying scopes
- Interface with vendors (including FAT involvement), construction, and operations
- Drive safe energisation and commissioning execution
- Ensure accurate documentation, redlines, and handover packs
What You’ll Bring
- Proven experience in E&I commissioning across mining, process, utilities, or heavy industry
- Strong ability to coordinate multiple contractors and scopes
- Solid understanding of:
- Electrical systems (MCCs, motors, drives, UPS, switchboards)
- Instrumentation & control systems (PLC/SCADA interfaces, field devices)
- Experience with:
- Loop checks, functional testing, energisation & start-up
- Reading drawings (SLDs, schematics, P&IDs, I/O lists)
- Strong safety focus and understanding of permit & isolation systems
- Ability to troubleshoot and drive outcomes in a dynamic site environment
Apply Now:
Sounds like you? Click the links to apply. Only shortlisted candidates to be contacted.
MEC123
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.