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Silver Back is the go-to specialised technical recruiter of mobile, scarce talent for international new-industry construction projects. We don't just fill vacancies, we build careers. We believe our candidates are just as important as our clients, and when you partner with us, you get a dedicated team that champions your professional growth. We are currently looking for a Commissioning Instrumentation Lead (m/w/d) for a major international project.
Role Details Job Title: Commissioning Instrumentation Lead (m/w/d) Contract Duration: Up to 1 year. Job Type: Full-time Contract About the Role, We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Instrumentation Lead (m/w/d) to oversee and execute the site-wide commissioning of all instrumentation and control systems. This role is critical to leading loop checking, field instrument calibration, control system testing, and integrated pre-commissioning/commissioning activities.
Acting as a key interface between Construction, Engineering, QA/QC, and Operations, you will ensure all instrumentation systems transition safely, efficiently,



and on schedule from Mechanical Completion to full operational handover.
Key Responsibilities
Commissioning Leadership & Strategy: Lead, plan, and execute field instrumentation pre-commissioning, loop testing, and functional commissioning activities according to safety and schedule milestones.
Testing & Calibration: Oversee the loop checking, calibration, functional testing, and troubleshooting of field instruments, control valves, transmitters, and analytical systems. Control System Integration: Coordinate site testing and verification of DCS, PLC, ESD, and SCADA control system interfaces alongside system integrators and automation teams. Punch List & Issue Resolution: Conduct system walkdowns, identify and manage instrumentation punch items, troubleshoot technical queries, and ensure swift resolution prior to handover.
Turnover & Documentation: Review and verify complete commissioning doss

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