Elecnor is seeking a Commissioning Manager to lead a dynamic team on the 150 MW Solar project in Te Aroha, the Waikato Region of New Zealand.

The Commissioning Manager leads a team performing testing and commissioning of new installations, ensuring systems meet technical specifications, standards, and best practices, and is responsible for achieving operational requirements and conducting final verification.

This is not a FIFO or DIDO role. The successful applicant will need to reside within a safe commuting distance to the project in Te Aroha.

THE COMPANY

Elecnor is a leading Spanish business group in the infrastructure, renewable energy, services and new technology sectors. With over 65 years of continuous growth and a presence in 55 countries.

Elecnor operates in various sectors, including electricity, gas, industrial plants, railways, telecommunications, water, control systems, construction, the environment, installations maintenance and aerospace engineering.

Elecnor’s strong international vocation has led the company to embark on a continuous expansion process that has opened doors to new markets all over the world, mostly in Europe, North America, Central America, South America, Africa, Australia and the Middle East. Elecnor is listed on the Continuous Market and has a team of highly qualified professionals and a workforce of 21,000 employees.

THE ROLE

Lead and manage commissioning teams on-site
Plan, implement, and maintain commissioning procedures and documentation
Coordinate commissioning activities with construction, operations, vendors, and clients
Supervise testing, inspections, and verification of system functionality
Manage risk assessments, issue resolution, and timely completion of commissioning.
Ensure smooth handover from construction to operations.
Promote safe work practices, quality assurance, and environmental compliance.

ABOUT YOU

Proven experience managing commissioning teams in technical projects
Strong knowledge of commissioning processes, standards, and procedures
Skilled in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional coordination
Experienced in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis
Demonstrated ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
New Zealand work rights
Driver’s licence
Construction Passport

At Elecnor, we are committed to building an environment where equal employment opportunities are central to everything we do. Our inclusive culture welcomes individuals from all cultural backgrounds and local communities to join our recruitment process, ensuring that every opportunity is open to all. Together, we can create a future driven by innovation, creativity, and collaboration

Elecnor New Zealand Limited

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