Commissioning Manager (HV)

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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reference
Job reference 1276328
location
Location Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
sector
Sector Energy - Renewables
function
Function Construction
type
Employment type Permanent
date
Date published June 30, 2026

About the Role:

We are partnering with a leading global organisation in the renewable energy sector to appoint an experienced Commissioning Manager (HV) to support the delivery of utility-scale wind and renewable energy projects across Australia and New Zealand.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing technical team and take ownership of high voltage commissioning activities across a portfolio of projects, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery from construction through to energisation and handover to operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead HV commissioning activities across multiple utility-scale renewable energy projects.
  • Manage, mentor and develop a team of High Voltage Operating Authorities (HVOA) across ANZ.
  • Develop commissioning execution plans, including system boundaries and scope of work.
  • Oversee commissioning budgets, schedules and resource allocation.
  • Coordinate and review inspection and test plans (ITPs), QA/QC processes and commissioning documentation.
  • Drive safety and risk management, including Safety in Design and HAZCOM reviews.
  • Witness and coordinate FATs, site testing and energisation through to project handover.
  • Liaise with stakeholders (clients, contractors and internal teams) to manage technical queries, compliance and commissioning deliverables.

About You:

  • Proven experience in HV commissioning within renewable energy, utilities or large-scale EPC projects.
  • Strong technical background across substations, switchyards, transmission systems and grid connections.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing commissioning teams in site-based environments.
  • Solid understanding of QA/QC processes, test procedures and commissioning documentation.
  • Experience in safety, risk management and electrical compliance in high-risk environments.
  • Electrical Engineering degree with relevant field experience.

Why Apply:

  • Work on utility-scale renewable energy projects at the forefront of the energy transition
  • Join a globally recognised organisation with a strong and growing project pipeline
  • Lead critical HV commissioning and energisation activities across ANZ
  • Opportunity to manage a specialised HV team and influence project delivery outcomes

Apply now or reach out directly for a confidential discussion.

Email or call directly on dean.wells@airswift.com OR 0429 602 607.

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