Principal, Commissioning

Requisition ID: 99645 

Job Category: Commissioning 

Location: Adelaide, South Australia, Australia 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

CORE brings together the necessary elements of a project to achieve nameplate value and deliver peak asset performance. We take a staged approach to verifying technical readiness and ensuring organizational preparedness, right up to achieving full operational capacity. 

As we continue to grow our CORE (Commissioning, Operational Readiness, Ramp-up Excellence) practice, we are seeking experienced Principals and Senior Principals in Commissioning who combine deep commissioning expertise with the ability to build trusted client relationships, develop high-performing teams, and identify opportunities for business growth.  This role can be based in either, Adelaide, Brisbane or Perth.

This is more than a technical leadership role. It is an opportunity to influence the future of a growing global practice, shape project delivery strategies, expand client partnerships, and mentor the next generation of commissioning leaders.

What will you do: 

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, project sponsors, and operational stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to expand Hatch's Commissioning, Operational Readiness, Asset Management, and Ramp-Up services.
• Support business development activities, including proposals, service offerings, scope development, estimates, and execution strategies.
• Represent Hatch in client meetings, steering committees, and governance forums.
• Act as a strategic advisor, helping clients improve project outcomes and operational performance.

• Lead commissioning strategy development and planning for major capital projects.
• Provide senior-level oversight and guidance throughout commissioning, start-up, and ramp-up activities.
• Conduct readiness assessments, commissioning risk reviews, and constructability/commissionability evaluations.
• Advise projects on systems completion, turnover strategies, technical acceptance criteria, and operational readiness.
• Facilitate alignment across engineering, construction, completions, commissioning, and operations teams.
• Support critical project decisions during commissioning and early operations.

• Mentor and develop commissioning managers and future leaders.
• Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Share best practices and lessons learned across projects and teams.
• Help shape the future direction of Hatch's commissioning capability and service offerings.
• Contribute to attracting, developing, and retaining top commissioning talent.

• Partner with Hatch's leadership team to advance commissioning methodologies and best practices.
• Drive innovation in project delivery, commissioning processes, and client solutions.
• Champion a culture focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

What you bring to the role:

• You are recognized not only for your commissioning expertise, but for your ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and create opportunities.
• You bring an entrepreneurial mindset and understand how technical excellence can be leveraged to grow a business, strengthen client partnerships, and develop high-performing teams.

• 15+ years of commissioning experience, including leadership roles on major capital projects.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects valued at $1B+.
• Strong track record of client engagement, business development, and relationship management.

• Trusted advisor capable of influencing senior stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented.
• Strong relationship builder and team developer.
• Passionate about mentoring and developing future leaders.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and client-focused.
• Able to connect with audiences at all levels, from executive leadership to site teams.

• Experience working across diverse industries, geographies, and cultures.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Deep expertise in either Metals and Mining, Energy or Infrastructure
• Experience in Operational Readiness, Asset Management, or Ramp-Up Services is considered a strong asset.

• Committed to safety, quality, and long-term client success.

Why Join Hatch?

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of a growing global practice. You'll work alongside industry leaders, influence major projects, build lasting client relationships, and play a direct role in expanding Hatch's capabilities and market presence.

For professionals who are energized by growing businesses, developing people, and creating meaningful impact for clients, this is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.