TP141 Commissioning Engineer


Company:	Search Consultancy LTD
Salary:	£115 to £115 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Kent, ME3 0AW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	24 Sept 2026
Closing date:	24 Oct 2026

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Summary

Location: NeuConnect, Isle of Grain, Kent

Rate: £115 per hour

Type: Contract, Outside IR35

Start Date: 26 October 2026

End Date: 31 March 2027

Hours: 50 hours per week, Monday-Friday

Duration: Approx. 23 weeks

The Role:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced TP141 Commissioning Engineer to support the NeuConnect project at the Isle of Grain in Kent.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring electrical systems are installed, tested and commissioned in accordance with design specifications, industry standards and TP141 procedures, ensuring all systems are safe and ready for operation.

Reporting to the Site Manager / Project Manager, you will be responsible for delivering commissioning activities in line with the project programme, quality requirements and budget.

Key Responsibilities:

- Plan and carry out testing and commissioning of electrical systems and equipment.

- Prepare and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).

- Prepare Commissioning and Switching Programmes.

- Act as a TP141 Authorised Commissioning Engineer.

- Undertake commissioning activities accepted by the Client Commissioning Panel.

- Record and document all testing and commissioning activities to the required quality standards.

- Ensure electrical systems are proven to operate in accordance with the technical specification.

- Coordinate the availability of engineering information, plant, materials, tools and test equipment.

- Work closely with the Site Manager and Project Manager to ensure commissioning activities remain on programme.

- Maintain a strong focus on health, safety and environmental requirements.

- Ensure all work is completed safely, on time, to the required quality and within budget.

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Commissioning Engineer within electrical / HV projects.

- Current TP141 authorisation and experience undertaking TP141 commissioning activities.

- Strong understanding of electrical testing and commissioning procedures.

- Experience preparing ITPs and commissioning documentation.

- Experience working on electrical infrastructure / power projects.

- Ability to work independently and coordinate commissioning activities alongside wider site teams.

- Strong understanding of site health and safety requirements.

To apply, please send over your latest CV along with details of your TP141 authorisation and relevant commissioning experience.

jack.bennett@search.co.uk

07385468413

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

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