MEICA Manager - Southern in Chichester, West Sussex

Our client is seeking a MEICA Manager - Southern to support the successful delivery of water and wastewater projects across the Southern Water framework. Based in Chichester with travel across the framework, this permanent role will provide leadership and technical oversight for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation (MEICA) and commissioning activities from design development through to project handover.

• Lead and support MEICA and commissioning activities throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with project managers, designers, commissioning teams, clients and specialist supply chain partners.
• Review and optimise mechanical and electrical solutions to ensure compliance with specifications, client standards and relevant regulations.
• Support procurement, subcontractor selection, design integration and supply chain management.
• Develop and implement commissioning strategies, commissioning plans and associated project documentation.
• Ensure commissioning activities are integrated into project programmes and that installation, testing and handover milestones are achieved.
• Monitor quality, safety, environmental and compliance requirements, including relevant water industry standards and WIMES where applicable.
• Provide management updates on MEICA performance, risks, resources, forecasts and technical issues.
• Coordinate pre-takeover maintenance, operational readiness, training and the resolution of defects or outstanding works.
• Promote technical excellence, continuous improvement and a collaborative, safe and high-performing team environment.

• Significant experience within the water industry, with experience leading MEICA and/or commissioning activities on complex projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems used within the water sector.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and problem-solving skills.
• A structured approach to design, procurement, commissioning and project handover.
• Sound understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality principles.
• Ability to manage project priorities, programme deadlines and key delivery milestones.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for reporting and presentations.
• HNC or HND in a relevant engineering discipline, with a BEng or MEng desirable.
• CSCS or ECS card, EUSR National Water Hygiene Card and SSSTS as a minimum. SMSTS, First Aid at Work and CompEx ExF are desirable.

• Opportunity to work on major water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Professional training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Health and wellbeing support through an employee wellbeing programme.
• Flexible and agile working options where appropriate to the role.
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Corporate discounts, Cycle to Work schemes and a comprehensive pension plan.
• Employee assistance programme and private medical scheme options.
• Paid membership of a recognised professional association relevant to the role.

If you have strong mechanical and electrical expertise and are looking to lead MEICA and commissioning delivery within the water sector, apply now to join our client's Southern Water framework team.