
Global Commissioning · Milan
Role Overview The Test Supervisor will support the Testing Manager in the delivery of all electrical testing, energisation, and system validation activities acr...
Role Overview
The Test Supervisor will support the Testing Manager in the delivery of all electrical testing, energisation, and system validation activities across a large-scale data centre project. The successful candidate will coordinate daily testing activities, supervise Test Engineers, ensure testing is completed safely and efficiently, and maintain the highest standards of quality throughout the testing process.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to work closely with contractors, commissioning teams, Authorised Persons (APs), and client representatives.
Reports To: Testing Manager
Direct Reports: Test Engineers
Key Responsibilities
Testing & Energisation Activities
Supervise electrical dead testing, live testing, and energisation activities.
Coordinate daily testing activities in line with the project schedule.
Ensure testing is carried out in accordance with approved procedures and safety requirements.
Support energisation programmes and integrated systems testing activities.
Assist with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues identified during testing.
Team Supervision
Lead and supervise Test Engineers and testing personnel.
Allocate daily work activities and ensure resources are effectively utilised.
Monitor productivity and quality of testing activities.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
Documentation & Reporting
Review completed test documentation and ensure accuracy of test records.
Assist in the preparation of test packs, reports, and handover documentation.
Track defects, non-conformances, and outstanding actions through to closure.
Provide regular progress updates to the Testing Manager.
Stakeholder Coordination
Work closely with the Testing Manager, Commissioning Team, AP Team, contractors, and vendors.
Attend daily coordination meetings and testing reviews.
Support client witnessing activities where required.
Ensure effective communication between all project stakeholders.
Health, Safety & Quality
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture on site.
Ensure compliance with site safety rules, permit-to-work systems, and electrical safe systems of work.
Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety briefings.
Ensure all testing activities meet project quality standards and client requirements.
Essential Requirements
Proven experience in electrical testing and commissioning on data centre, mission-critical, power generation, or industrial projects.
Strong understanding of MV and LV electrical systems.
Experience with switchgear, transformers, UPS systems, generators, and critical power infrastructure.
Experience supervising testing teams or leading testing activities on site.
Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
Recognised Electrical Testing qualification.
Right to work within the European Union.
Qualifications & Experience
Previous hyperscale data centre experience.
AP (Authorised Person) or Senior Authorised Person experience.
HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
Knowledge of commissioning and integrated systems testing methodologies.
Experience working on fast-paced construction or mission-critical projects.
Role Overview The Testing Manager will be responsible for leading all electrical testing, energisation, and system validation activities across a large-scale data centre project. The successful candidate will manage a team of Testing Supervisors and Test Engineers while working closely with the Commissioning Manager, Authorised Persons (APs), contractors, vendors, and client representatives to ensure testing activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements. This is a highly visible, client-facing leadership role requiring strong technical expertise, planning capability, and stakeholder management skills. Reports To: Project Manager Direct Reports: Testing Supervisors, Test Engineers Key Responsibilities Testing & Energisation Management Lead all electrical dead testing, live testing, and energisation activities. Coordinate testing activities in conjunction with the Authorised Person (AP) team. Manage testing schedules, resource plans, and execution strategies. Ensure all testing activities are completed safely and in accordance with approved procedures. Support system energisation, integrated testing, and project handover activities. Team Leadership Manage and mentor Testing Supervisors and Test Engineers. Allocate resources effectively to meet project milestones. Drive a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence. Conduct regular progress reviews and performance discussions. Technical Oversight Review and approve testing procedures, method statements, test packs, and commissioning documentation. Verify testing results and ensure defects are identified, tracked, and resolved. Ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements. Support troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues during testing and energisation. Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for testing activities with clients and project stakeholders. Coordinate with contractors, vendors, commissioning teams, and project management personnel. Attend project meetings and provide regular progress updates. Maintain strong working relationships with client representatives and delivery teams. Health, Safety & Quality Promote and enforce all site health, safety, and environmental requirements. Ensure compliance with electrical safety rules and safe systems of work. Participate in risk assessments and permit-to-work processes where required. Drive quality assurance and ensure all testing records are accurately maintained. Essential Requirements Proven experience managing electrical testing activities on large-scale data centre, mission-critical, power generation, or industrial projects. Strong knowledge of MV and LV electrical distribution systems. Experience with UPS systems, generators, switchgear, transformers, and critical infrastructure. Demonstrable experience managing energisation programmes and electrical testing teams. Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills. Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational abilities. Recognised Electrical Testing qualification. Right to work within the European Union. Qualifications & Experience Previous hyperscale data centre experience. IPAF HV/LV Authorised Pers City & Guilds 2391, 2394/2395, or Electrical Testing Verification of Electrical Installations (Ireland) essential. HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is desirable. Knowledge of commissioning and integrated systems testing processes. Experience working within fast-paced, live project environments.
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