Why Work at Clarke
Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.
Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands.
Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.
At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!
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Competitive compensation and benefits
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Why You Will Love this Job
Position Description – Commissioning Coordinator
P OSITION T ITLE Commissioning Coordinator
R EPORTS T O Technical Operations Manager
I NCUMBENT
D ATE R EVIEWED January 2023
R EVIEWED B Y Technical Operations Manager
A PPROVED B Y Construction Director
COMPANY BREIF
Clarke Energy, a KOHLER Company, is a multi-award-winning global specialist in the engineering, installation, operation and maintenance of engine-based power plants. Renowned for its expertise in the efficient provision of power generation using reciprocating engines, we are committed to delivering highquality, sustainable energy solutions along with complete turnkey (EPC) and full aftermarket life of service and maintenance.
With a culture of integrity and high ethical standards we are the largest authorised distributor and service partner for INNIO Jenbacher engine business. Operating in 28 countries globally with our Australian office based in Adelaide, South Australia Clarke Energy is one of the fastest-growing power generation companies in the South Pacific.
Due to a strong pipeline of projects Clarke Energy is seeking a Commissioning Coordinator to join our dynamic construction team. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will be an integral link between the Engineering and Construction teams responsible for delivery of Projects within the business unit.
PURPOSE
Coordinate commissioning activities for Clarke Energy to ensure safe, profitable, efficient and compliant execution, commissioning and close out of Projects for Clarke Energy.
To provide excellence in Engineering and Construction, through ensuring Commissioning tasks are aligned with internal external stakeholder requirements, in regard to safety, quality, project management processes, standards and specifications.
The Commissioning Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the Commissioning Plan to ensure that project objectives are achieved throughout the construction, commissioning, closeout and handover of EPC projects.
To formulate and drive continuous improvement of project quality, safety and management processes through business improvement initiatives that streamline, standardise and improve efficiency ultimately ensuring that value for money is maximised and cost savings are generated. A professional and accountable approach is required at all times.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES QUENSHT
Contributes to and upholds the IIF philosophies and culture at Clarke Energy Takes care of their own health and safety at work and ensures their acts do not adversely affect the health, safety and environment of others. Stops unsafe work practices, either their own or of other workers Enforces and complies with company quality, work health and safety and environmental policies and procedures.
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Identifies and reports health, safety and environmental hazards and implements corrective actions.
P ERSONAL M ANAGEMENT
Accepts accountability and responsibility for their work.
Focussed on achieving results.
Treats other workers equally and fairly according to company industrial relations and human resource
policies and procedures
Work productively with minimal supervision
May need to work extended hours to achieve business objectives and be required to travel interstate on
an as required basis.
C OMMUNICATION
Effectively communicates in individual and group situations.
Delivers verbal and written communications that influence and persuade their intended audience.
C USTOMER S ERVICE
Builds and maintains a rapport and trust with the customer.
Delivers services to customers which either meets and /or exceeds their expectations.
C ONTINUOUS I MPROVEMENT
Committed to continual improvement of internal systems and external service delivery.
T ECHNICAL
Lead the commissioning teams responsible for factory acceptance testing, installation verification
handover, pre-commissioning, commissioning, performance testing and reliability testing.
Execute the Commissioning Plan and coordinate resources to define and manage the commissioning
scope of work.
Ensure that system commissioning procedures are developed, approved and finalised, and that they
include the appropriate content and detail to ensure safe and thorough commissioning.
Participate in commissionability design reviews to minimise the commissioning schedule.
Set priorities for system handover that allows for the safe commissioning of systems while the
construction completes and hands over the remaining systems.
Provide day-to-day leadership and guidance to team members about the project so that team members
can understand their tasks fully and act on them efficiently.
Ensure that the project scope is divided up into systems that are defined to support ease of
commissioning and develop system and sub-system lists in order of priority.
Ensure systems are validated to meet performance specifications.
Ensure that the Commissioning Plan includes the details of materials, special tools, and specialist
engineering and vendor support required for safe, productive commissioning.
Monitor and coordinate teams across the project performing commissioning activities, including
contractor teams.
Monitor and coordinate timely and correct resolution of commissioning punch list items.
Ensure a look ahead work plan is established and managed, and that daily management activities are in
place to monitor progress against the commissioning schedule.
Prepare, coordinate and manage quality assurance documentation, handover packages from Project to
Operation and compilation of handover certificates.
Provide accurate reporting on commissioning and project status including identification of issues or
concerns, which may impact project delivery.
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KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Safety Excellence:
Measure: Number of safety incidents during commissioning. Embrace, promote and contribute to the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) culture at Clarke Energy. Contribute to the delivery of Company Business and QUENSHT objectives. Adhere to company processes, policies and procedures. Target: Report all incidents and near misses. Zero incidents.
Evaluation: Review the Volt internal reporting database during Performance Review
Quality Assurance:
Measure: Adherence to Quality Management Plan and Commissioning Management Plan Target (for matters related to Commissioning Coordinator):
o No Document Inconsistency NCR
o No Incorrect Installation NCR
o No Instruction Not Followed NCR
o No Procedure Not Followed NCR
o No breach to the Stage-Gate completion process
Evaluation: Review the Volt internal reporting database during Performance Review
On-Time Delivery:
Measure: Key commissioning milestones and critical path tasks, within Commissioning Coordinator’s control, completed on schedule.
Target: Meet nominated project schedule deadlines. Ensure all reports are submitted in a timely manner.
Evaluation: Monitor completion of works in accordance with schedule, report any schedule risks, address any potential delays promptly in consultation with Project Manager and Commissioning Manager.
Budget Control:
Measure: Compare actual commissioning costs with the budgeted costs. Target: Maintain commissioning costs within the allocated budget.
Evaluation: Regularly review budget to ensure that spending aligns with the planned budget. If there are any deviations or overspending, report to Commissioning Manager. Implement cost-saving measures as necessary to maintain financial discipline.
Customer Satisfaction:
Measure: Maintain effective relationships with Customers Target: No Customer Complaint NCR
Evaluation: Review the Volt internal reporting database during Performance Review
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KEY RELATIONSHIPS C ONSTRUCTION
Commissioning Manager Electrical Superintendent
Site Construction Superintendent
Project Managers
Site Managers
Site Supervisors
E NGINEERING
Project Engineering Leads
Project Engineers
P RODUCT
Product Commissioning Technicians
Technical Support Manager
C ORPORATE S ERVICES
QUENSHT Team
Finance Team
O THER
CEA clients, key-sub contractors and suppliers
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS
Trade or engineering qualification
High voltage experience or qualifications (desirable)
Hazardous area experience or qualifications (desirable)
Extensive technical knowledge and practical experience of testing, pre-commissioning and
commissioning, power generation plant and equipment preferred.
Proven track record of success in commissioning roles, comfortable with both mechanical and electrical
disciplines.
Practical experience in industrial control systems would be an advantage.
Proven project management and technical experience.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Proven ability to work as part of a team.
A can-do, hands-on approach, able to work well under pressure and prioritise workload to meet project
needs.
Flexible, adaptable and collaborative, willing to engage across the design disciplines.
Desire to learn and be mentored.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of effective Workplace Health, Safety, Environmental and
Quality practices.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and demands and have the ability to be effective under pressure.
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Computer Literate, experienced and capabilities to use windows based: -
Word (Essential)
Excel (Essential)
Power Point (Desirable)
Drivers Licence (Essential)
What we offer:
Full project and asset lifecycle exposure
Long term project pipeline - greenfield projects
Challenging, rewarding and innovative projects
Future career growth opportunities
Supportive and dynamic team environment, focus on personal development
Competitive salary package with travel allowance
About Us
Clarke proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Clarke at https://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are. In addition to the investment in your development, Clarke offers a comprehensive package with competitive salaries and a range of additional benefits.
Clarke is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, promote equal opportunities in every aspect of our process.
Our Values
Curiosity – Seek, learn, share
Trust – Go farther together
Pace – Focus to go faster
Excellence – Find the win every day
