Job Description: Electrical Commissioning Supervisor – VINCI Energies

About VINCI Energies / Comsip

Job Summary

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Supervise electrical commissioning activities on site.
• Ensure commissioning activities are executed safely, efficiently, and according to approved procedures.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with construction and operations teams.
• Ensure electrical systems are ready for commissioning and operation.

• Review commissioning dossiers, test procedures, and technical documentation.
• Verify electrical installations and system readiness.
• Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), loop checks, and functional testing.
• Support energization activities.
• Review punch lists and ensure timely close-out of outstanding actions.

• Manage interfaces between construction, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Coordinate commissioning priorities with project stakeholders.
• Report commissioning progress, technical challenges, and project risks.
• Support communication between contractors, engineering teams, and project management.

• Support local teams through technical guidance and knowledge transfer.
• Mentor less experienced electrical personnel.
• Promote continuous improvement and technical competency development.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Responsibilities

• Enforce project HSE standards and procedures.
• Participate in toolbox talks and safety meetings.
• Identify unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all project teams.
• Ensure all commissioning activities comply with environmental and safety regulations.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Degree or technical qualification in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of electrical commissioning experience in Oil & Gas or Energy projects.
• Experience working on large EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Medium Voltage (MV) systems.
  • Low Voltage (LV) systems.
  • Electrical protection systems.
  • Industrial electrical installations.
  • Commissioning procedures and testing.
• Previous experience in pipeline or industrial projects is an added advantage.
• Fluent English communication skills required.
• French language skills are an added advantage.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Electrical commissioning expertise.
• Strong leadership and supervision skills.
• Ability to manage contractors and technical teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent reporting and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in multicultural and international project environments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in intensive project environments.
• Team collaboration and stakeholder management skills.