Commissioning & Test Lead
Posted 8 hours ago by ATA Recruitment
Commissioning & Test Lead – Automation Systems
Coalville, Leicestershire
£400/day (Days) | £450/day (Nights)
UK – Site Based (Ongoing Contract)
To start in August
6 month rolling contract
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Commissioning & Test Lead to take ownership of on-site testing activities for a large-scale automated material handling system in Coalville, Leicestershire.
You will lead Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), performance testing, and system validation to ensure the solution meets design specifications and required throughput.
There is already a strong team on site and a long-term pipeline of work.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), completion, and performance testing
- Validate system flow across PLC, WMS/WCS, and controls integration
- Manage and drive resolution of defect/punch lists (e.g. Jira)
- Coordinate troubleshooting and issue resolution with engineering teams
- Conduct volume and stress testing to identify bottlenecks and failures
- Provide daily progress updates to project leadership
- Support client testing and acceptance activities
Requirements
- Strong background in automation or material handling commissioning
- Experience with conveyors, cranes, shuttles, or ASRS systems
- Knowledge of PLC systems and integration testing (WMS/WCS/SCADA beneficial)
- Experience leading testing phases on site
- Ability to manage defects, troubleshooting, and system validation
- ECS card required
Details
- Rate: £400/day (days), £450/day (nights)
- Location: Coalville, Leicestershire
- Long-term contract opportunity
- Active site with existing engineering team
- Immediate start available
Apply
Please send CV or contact directly if available for immediate discussion.
ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation
- Type:
- Contract
- Contract Length:
- N/A
- Contact Name:
- Login or register to view
- Job Reference:
- WQDSQWD
- Job ID:
- 225198765
- Applications:
- Less than 10
Remember: You should never send money to a prospective employer or disclose any financial information. Should you encounter any job listings requesting payments or financial details, please reach out to us immediately. For further guidance, visit jobsaware.co.uk.
