Commissioning Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

A. Daily Commissioning Supervision and Execution

· Supervise and coordinate daily pre-commissioning, commissioning, functional testing, and equipment start-up activities at assigned project sites.

· Lead commissioning technicians and site personnel in executing assigned activities according to approved work procedures, commissioning schedules, and project requirements.

· Allocate daily tasks and monitor manpower deployment, work progress, productivity, and completion of assigned activities.

· Conduct daily work briefings and ensure that technicians understand assigned tasks, technical requirements, safety precautions, and expected deliverables.

· Verify that equipment, systems, work areas, and supporting utilities are ready before commencing commissioning activities.

· Coordinate with Commissioning Engineers to establish daily work priorities, testing sequences, and technical requirements.

· Monitor the progress of commissioning activities and promptly report delays, technical issues, resource constraints, and outstanding works.

· Ensure commissioning activities are carried out systematically to achieve project milestones without compromising safety or equipment quality.

B. Equipment Inspection, Testing and Commissioning

· Supervise and participate in the inspection, testing, and commissioning of chemical dispensing equipment, chemical delivery systems, process piping, pumps, valves, instrumentation, and associated electrical and automation systems.

· Coordinate and oversee pre-commissioning activities, including piping integrity checks, leak testing, flushing, cleaning, instrument verification, and equipment inspection.

· Ensure technicians follow approved testing procedures and correctly use measuring instruments, tools, and testing equipment.

· Assist Commissioning Engineers in conducting system functional tests, operational checks, and equipment performance verification.

· Support PLC/HMI-related functional testing, including I/O checks, equipment alarms, interlocks, emergency shutdown functions, and safety system verification.

· Monitor equipment operating conditions, pressure, flow rates, and other relevant parameters during commissioning activities.

· Identify equipment abnormalities, installation defects, and operational issues, and coordinate troubleshooting with Commissioning Engineers and relevant technical teams.

· Verify that rectification works are completed correctly before equipment or systems are retested.

· Ensure all testing activities comply with approved engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, and customer requirements.

C. Site Coordination and Work Management

· Coordinate daily work activities with Commissioning Engineers, construction supervisors, installation contractors, vendors, and customer site representatives.

· Liaise with construction and installation teams to verify mechanical completion and equipment readiness for commissioning.

· Support site walkdowns, equipment inspections, and readiness assessments before commencement of testing activities.

· Ensure that required tools, testing instruments, consumables, spare parts, technical documentation, and other resources are available before work begins.

· Coordinate work arrangements, access requirements, and testing schedules to minimize interruptions and conflicts with other site activities.

· Monitor completion of assigned work scopes and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding installation or commissioning issues.

· Assist with the coordination of vendor specialists and external technical support during equipment testing and troubleshooting.

· Escalate unresolved technical, safety, or scheduling issues to the Commissioning Engineer or Commissioning Manager.

D. Quality Control, Inspection and Punch-List Management

· Supervise commissioning work to ensure compliance with approved procedures, installation requirements, quality standards, and customer specifications.

· Conduct site inspections and system walkdowns to identify incomplete installations, equipment defects, and commissioning-related deficiencies.

· Record, monitor, and follow up on punch-list items, ensuring that assigned rectification works are completed within agreed timelines.

· Verify workmanship, installation quality, equipment cleanliness, and system readiness before functional testing.

· Assist Commissioning Engineers and QA/QC personnel in carrying out inspection and testing activities.

· Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and customer inspection activities, where applicable.

· Ensure that commissioned equipment meets specified operational requirements and that outstanding deficiencies are reported and addressed.

· Maintain proper housekeeping and ensure that equipment and work areas meet applicable cleanliness and contamination control requirements.

E. Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Compliance

· Enforce compliance with company EHS policies, customer site safety requirements, and applicable workplace safety regulations.

· Conduct daily toolbox meetings and pre-work safety briefings to communicate work hazards, preventive measures, and safe operating procedures.

· Ensure commissioning activities are performed under approved Permit-to-Work (PTW), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and risk assessment requirements, where applicable.

· Verify that commissioning technicians use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), approved tools, and safe work practices.

· Superviseactivities involving hazardous chemicals, pressurized equipment, electrical systems, and other commissioning-related hazards.

· Ensure safety precautions and required authorizations are in place before testing, equipment energization, chemical introduction, or system start-up.

· Support verification of equipment safety features, including emergency shutdown functions, chemical leak detection, alarms, and safety interlocks.

· Identify unsafe conditions, unsafe acts, and potential hazards, and take immediate action to stop unsafe work and report incidents or near misses.

· Promote a strong safety culture and ensure that technicians comply with site-specific safety requirements and procedures.

F. Commissioning Documentation and Progress Reporting

· Maintain accurate daily commissioning records, work progress reports, inspection checklists, testing records, and equipment verification documentation.

· Ensure technicians complete assigned commissioning checklists, test records, and other required documentation correctly and promptly.

· Record and report equipment abnormalities, technical issues, test failures, and outstanding commissioning activities.

· Update daily work progress, manpower utilization, punch-list registers, and commissioning activity trackers.

· Assist Commissioning Engineers in compiling test results, inspection records, and supporting documentation for customer review and acceptance.

· Verify that completed commissioning activities are properly recorded and submitted for review and approval.

· Provide regular updates to Commissioning Engineers and the Commissioning Manager onsite progress, technical concerns, safety matters, and outstanding works.

G. System Start-Up, Acceptance and Handover Support

· Supervise technicians during system start-up, operational verification, functional testing, and equipment performance checks.

· Support Commissioning Engineers during customer inspections, system demonstrations, and acceptance testing.

· Coordinate technicians to complete outstanding rectification works and punch-list closure before final system acceptance.

· Assist in verifying equipment readiness and completeness of commissioning activities prior to system handover.

· Provide technical and operational support to customer operations and maintenance teams during initial equipment start-up and stabilization.

· Assist in basic equipment familiarization and operational training activities, where required.

· Support post-commissioning troubleshooting and warranty-related site activities as assigned.

H. Team Supervision and Continuous Improvement

· Supervise, guide, and mentor commissioning technicians to ensure safe and effective execution of assigned tasks.

· Monitor technician performance, workmanship, productivity, and compliance with site procedures.

· Provide hands-on technical guidance during equipment inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.

· Identifytraining needs and recommend improvements to technical competency, work practices, and safety awareness.

· Encourage teamwork, effective communication, and cooperation among technicians, engineers, contractors, and other site personnel.

· Identify opportunities to improve commissioning work methods, testing efficiency, equipment reliability, and site productivity.

· Provide feedback to Commissioning Engineers and management regarding recurring technical issues, installation concerns, and potential process improvements.

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Commissioning Engineer, Commissioning Manager, or management.

Job Requirements

Educational Qualifications

· Diploma, NITEC, Higher NITEC, or equivalent technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related Engineering discipline.

· Candidates with relevant technical certification and substantial hands-on commissioning experience may also be considered.

Professional Experience

· Minimum5–7 years of relevant experience in equipment installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, or related technical activities within the semiconductor, chemical, pharmaceutical, or process industries.

· At least 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or team-leading capacity would be advantageous.

· Prior experience with chemical dispensing systems, chemical delivery equipment, process piping, or semiconductor manufacturing equipment is preferred.

· Experience working at semiconductor fabrication facilities for end users such as Micron, GlobalFoundries, Siltronic, or equivalent organizations would be advantageous.

· Demonstrated experience supervising technicians, coordinating daily site activities, and supporting equipment commissioning and testing.

· Familiarity with semiconductor site safety practices, permit requirements, and customer inspection procedures.