The rewards and benefits on offer:

* A long term and permanent career opportunity

* Advancement and development opportunities

* Discretionary Bonus

* 33 days holiday (including BH)

* Option to buy an additional 5 days holiday per annum

MTrec's new opportunity:

MTrec are proudly representing our prestigious engineering and manufacturing client, in their search for an experienced Lead Commissioning Engineer based from Sunderland. The successful applicant will be responsible for a team of four Commissioning Engineers, so previous management, supervisory or team leading experience is essential, in addition to a strong technical background in Electrical Engineering (PLCs, Control Systems, Commissioning etc.).

If you meet the person spec below, please apply now for an immediate response

The Job you will do:

* Coordination of field-based Installation & Commissioning activities.

* Coordinate third party resources during the I&C phase ensuring skill levels match the requirements of the task in hand.

* Development and implementation of commissioning procedures and best practices.

* Develop and implement processes to streamline the I&C phase of projects.

* Develop, implement, and improve commissioning documentation.

* Assist and coordinate with management to improve I&C lead times.

* Prepare RAMS for site based I&C activities.

* Undertake site surveys.

* Support customers in resolving any issues that arise through the I&C phase of the projects.

* Work closely with the I&C Engineers to ensure that field challenges faced are documented and feedback provided to engineering.

* Understand the PLC programs used in company systems to help troubleshoot any issues that arise

* Provide support to the Regional Aftermarket Lead and Proposals team when preparing bids for I&C

* Build and establish good work relationship with customers to facilitate improved customer retention.

* Ensure compliance with all general and company policies when carrying out job duties.

* Be involved with any possible 'lessons learned' review from any failed bids.

About you:

* Knowledge of PLC software (Siemens preferred but not exclusive)

* Experience of leading or managing a team

* Communication skills, including the ability to explain clearly, listen to the feedback of clients - and relay this to colleagues.

* Team working skills.

* Be computer literate and able to use a wide range of software.

* Take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be affected by what they do or do not do.

* Cooperate with the employer on health and safety matters