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Civil Site Design Coordinator
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 3/4/24
  • END DATE: 4/4/25
  • PAY RATE: $425.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Civil Site Design Coordinator on a 12 month for its Fife site. The Civil Site Design Coordinator role comes with a day rate of £350-£425.                   Key skills  
  • You are responsible for managing the design processes of subcontractors within the civil works on one of the construction sites in liaison with the Lead Engineer Civil at the Head Office.
  • You are responsible for the civil works to be executed in accordance with the contract, and conform with project time, budget, HSE and quality requirements.
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil / structural engineering or architecture with at least 5 years of experience in the construction industry. Past working experiences with both consultants and contractors is an added advantage.
  • Strong experience in civil project management and design coordination, preferably in large scale civil, industrial or plant business construction projects.
    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Civil Site Design Coordinator role
  • Onsite- Fife
  • £350.00 to £425.00 per day 
  • Outside IR35
 

Commissioning Shift Operator
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 1/15/24
  • END DATE: 6/28/24
  • PAY RATE: $440.0 /DAY
Commissioning Shift Operator Start date - Jan 2024 Day rate - £400.00 to £440.00 (Outside IR35) Locations - Slough  Duration - 6 months About The Role We are currently recruiting for Commissioning Shift Operators to join the EPC Contractor on a fast paced new build Waste to Energy facilities based in Slough. Role responsibilities for the Commissioning Shift Operator positions reporting to the Commissioning Manager:
  • Ensures works within area of responsibility are executed in accordance with contract requirements, and conform with project time, budget and Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements
  • Supports the commissioning team in all mechanical issues (filter cleaning and exchange, greasing, dismount pumps, replenish consumables etc.
  • Maintains all mechanical tools in a clean state and ready to use
  • Maintains and cleans the equipment of the plant
  • Reports any variations and issues to the Commissioning Manager
  • Liaises and coordinates with other project team members, in particular the Commissioning Manager, Commissioning Lead Engineers and shift team leaders.
  • Operate and control power generating equipment, including boilers, turbines, generators, reactors etc using semi automated control system and standalone equipment control panels
  • Control, operate, and maintain plant within the limits of the environmental operational permit
  • Control, operate and maintain plant to produce required electrical output
  • Control, operate and maintain plant to complete cold and hot commissioning in line with company and supplier procedures Control and maintain auxiliary equipment, such as pumps, fans, compressors, condensers, feedwater pumps, pre-heaters, filters, demineralised water plant etc, to supply water, fuel, lubricants, air, and auxiliary power
  • Carry out all operations in line with company procedures and guidelines Regulate equipment and conditions such as water levels, waste feeding, steam pressure etc based on data from field instrumentation and DCS Carry out required maintenance tasks in the field and record completion of maintenance tasks in shift books
  • Collect samples as required by the commissioning manager or lead engineer i.e. water, oil, waste, IBA etc
  • Inspect records, handover notes, and shift book entries, and communicate with other plant personnel to assess equipment operating status.
  • Communication with shift team leader in relation to any items which indicate unstable operation of the plant
  • Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
  • Keeps the Commissioning Manager / Site Manager informed of all site-related activities
Qualifications and skills required for the Commissioning Shift Operator roles:
  • Knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements
  • Valid Safety Contractors Certificate (SCC), Safepass (ROI), CSCS or CCNSG card or equivalent
  • Solution oriented
  • G ood communicator
  • Ability to present ideas effectively
  • Minimum 2 to 5 years as a Control Room Operator (CRO), preferably in plants utilizing waste as fuel, biomass incineration, or fossil fuel technology, with proven knowledge of power plant equipment and systems. 
  • Detailed and organised
  • Ability to work alone and part of a team
  • Flexibility, ability to travel and work in shift pattern or site hours
  • Client & Stakeholder interface
  • Able to evaluate ideas of others
How to Apply? To apply for this great opportunity with a leading Principal Contractor in the UK's energy and power divisions, then simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or on 02392 222 966. INDPOW  

Finishing Foreman
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 7/1/24
  • END DATE: 10/31/24
  • PAY RATE: $300.0 /DAY
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Finishing Foreman on a 3-month contract for its Leeds site.    The Finishing Foreman role comes with a day rate of £300.00.      Key skills    
  • Co-ordination of internal fit-out for an office fit-out.
  • Overseen various packages such as drylining, ceiling, flooring, decoration, joinery and general building works.
  • Co-ordination of M&E Contractors alongside other Supervisors
  • Hold Site & H&S knowledge and logistics.
  • Enforce site standards.
  • Must hold a good understanding of quality management system and able to plan, monitor and control all aspects.
  • Must have a Shopfitting / Building background
  • SSSTS / SMSTS
  • First Aid
  • CSCS Card
      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Finishing Foreman role    
  • Leeds
  • £300.00 Per Day
  • 3 Months 
 

Project Manager - Marine
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Bid Co-ordinator
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

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Commissioning Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a speciality lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the lifting principal contractor on Hinkley Point C. We are currently recruiting a Commissioning Engineer to commission, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems for overhead cranes and lifting equipment. You will work in a highly regulated and safety-critical environment, ensuring that all cranes are operational and meet stringent safety and performance standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electrical commissioning, maintenance, and breakdown support for crane systems, particularly in industrial or nuclear environments. The role comes with a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and the opportunity to contribute to prestigious nuclear projects in the UK.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Commissioning Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Commission and test electrical systems for cranes, including troubleshooting motors, PLCs, and safety devices to meet design specs and regulatory standards.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical breakdowns, and provide emergency support as needed.
  • Ensure all activities comply with nuclear safety regulations, participate in audits, and implement risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
  • Work with site engineers and contractors to coordinate tasks, provide technical support, and maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs.
  • Complete all necessary documentation, including commissioning reports, maintenance logs, and compliance certification for regulatory compliance.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 3 years in commissioning or maintenance engineering, ideally with cranes or heavy industrial equipment, and preferably in nuclear or regulated environments.
  • Expertise in commissioning, maintenance, and fault-finding of electrical systems (motors, PLCs, control panels) and familiarity with electrical codes and safety standards, particularly for nuclear sites.
  • Compliance with electrical safety qualifications (e.g., 18th Edition Wiring Regulations) and site-specific safety training (e.g., nuclear access) is desirable.
    Personal skills The Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, particularly for complex electrical faults.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to respond to emergency breakdowns and work outside regular working hours as required.
  • The ability to obtain BPSS security clearance
    Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role
  • Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
  • Accommodation and travel allowances
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects with a leading contractor
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Transport Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Service Engineer Cambridge £30,000 - £35,000 + Company Van + Overtime   About the role: Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a specialist in water tech and technology services. They are recruiting for a Service Engineer who ideally has experience working within the Water industry or from a hands-on operations and maintenance role. The strategically important Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £35,000, company vehicle & fuel card, with overtime and commission available. If you’re an experienced Service Engineer with previous working knowledge of the water industry and are looking to work for an organization that is a versatile player in the water industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                      Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Field Service Manager you will:
  • Performing on-site corrective and preventive maintenance for water treatment equipment.
  • Provide technical and commercial support.
  • Providing after-sales technical and commercial support.
  • Completing risk assessments, work reports, and other necessary documentation.
  • Participating in the on-call rota
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with customers.
  • Follow and enforce health and safety policies for both the company and clients.
  • Complete and submit risk assessments, work reports, timesheets, and other documents on time.
  • Complete site tasks and activities promptly.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • NVQ or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering (or similar)
  • Full UK driving licence.
Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Experience working in water treatment industry (is advantageous but not essential)
  • Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical market (desirable)
  • Good communication skills, punctual, presentable, and eager to learn and develop.
  • Knowledge of company products, applications, and markets is desirable.
  • Excellent time management skills.
Salary and benefits of the Service Engineer role:
  • Salary between £30,000 - £35,000 per annum depending on experience
  • Company van & fuel card
  • Overtime
  • Laptop, mobile, PPE
  • 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

Principal Structural Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an independent civil and structural engineering consultancy working within the nuclear, utilities, waste water and education sectors to recruit a Principal Civil and Structural Engineer/Technical Director for its Preston site. The Principal Civil and Structural Engineer/Technical Director role comes with a salary starting from £60,000, enhanced pension and flexible working. The primary purpose of the role is to lead and co-ordinate CS&A design teams from scope to design, ensuring consistent quality and timeliness of output. If you’re a Principal Civil or Structural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that offers variety and professional development, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Principal Engineer/Technical Director, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Coordinate design outputs across technical disciplines and ensure timely, budget-compliant delivery of project designs.
  • Represent WEL in design reviews and oversee production of cost-effective design documents meeting specifications.
  • Monitor design cost budgets, track changes, and provide cost forecasts to maximize efficiency.
  • Build relationships with clients and supply chain to promote buildability, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Foster a safe work environment, maintain a positive approach, and support continuous improvement and confidentiality efforts.
  • Lead, coach, and mentor project teams, ensuring efficient civil and structural design delivery within budget and schedule.
  • Focus on health, safety, well-being, and effective project deliverables while supporting technical leads in the Preston office.
  • Oversee deliverable approvals, attend design reviews, and promote a thriving, inclusive working environment with strong project management.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Be a Chartered Civil or Structural Engineer with minimum 10 years experience of running / leading projects.
  • Have a broad knowledge of steel and concrete structures including water retaining structures to British Standards and Eurocodes.
  • An understanding or proficiency in the use of software such as  STAAD PRO. TEDDS, AutoCAD, Excel is preferred
    Personal skills The Principal CS&A Engineer/Technical Director role would suit someone who has:
  • Nuclear experience including decommissioning works
  • A team player with good interpersonal and communication skills with ability to adapt to diverse working environments.
  • With “can-do” attitude, capacity to learn from others as well as being assertive in presenting own technical works.
  • Mentoring more junior engineers to be part of the delivery team
  • Excellent IT skills
  • Ability to obtain UK Security Clearance
    Salary and benefits of the Principal Structural Engineer/Technical Director role
  • Salary between £60,000 to £70,000
  • Enhanced Pension
  • Life Assurance
  • Personal development and support with accreditation
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Field Service Engineer - Solar - East Anglia
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Job Description – Field Service Engineer UK   Are you looking for a new challenge and want to embark on a new journey? Then look no further!  Many opportunities have arisen at Stern Energy for a Field Service Engineer in Cambridge/Luton/Exeter. These positions has come at an exciting time for our fast-growing company.    The right candidate shall have experience in the electrical installation and maintenance of industrial sites and specific knowledge of DC electrical systems. You will have previous experience or technical knowledge of photovoltaic systems and High voltage systems. Good dexterity and confidence on using basic electrical equipment such as multi-meters and insulation testers is required.   Who are we? Stern Energy operates ground mounted photovoltaic systems for  over 400MW in the UK. We are among the largest operators in Europe with activities in 5 Countries and over 1.6GW under management. We are specialised in proposing and executing revamping and repowering projects to enhance the performance of the assets we operate.    How do we work?  EXPERTISE, RESPONSE, TRANSPARENCY AND PASSION: our values guide our work. Our professional commitment is to translate the expertise gained into maximum plant efficiency and maintenance of long-term performance. We provide an integrated, timely and effective service based on a "Total Quality" approach, of experience, know-how and nationwide services.    We continually invest in equipment and technology to refine our procedures and operating methods; we provide our services through internal staff to ensure autonomy and maximum responsiveness. Transparency is key to our work so that our customers can rely on constant control of the plants and the quality of services provided. Customer relations is our passion to building a lasting relationship of trust.   We have a dedicated internal team of specifically qualified, multi-disciplined engineers boasting significant expertise, all of whom are solution providers.    The site technician shall give availability on working from time to time during weekends and bank holidays. Main responsibilities    
  • Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team;
  • Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes;
  • Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations (excluding equipment);
  • Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment (data logger, routers, sensors, etc.);
  • Routine maintenance activities on security system devices (cameras, barriers, etc.);
  • Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities (thermal imaging, insulation tester, etc.);
  • Execute corrective measures to keep the system available;
  • Engage and manage subcontractors;
  • Called to perform reactive and corrective maintenance activities as well as, from time to time to manage subcontractors and control quality of activities performed.
  Skills and qualifications 
  • At least five years’ working experience in the installation and maintenance of electrical systems for
industrial sites;
  • Experience in the photovoltaic business 
  • Good knowledge of MS office tools;
  • Valid and clean car driving license;
  • NVQ Level 3 electrical certification.
  A great benefit package to include:
  • Employee Assistant programme, 3rd party support for help when you need it
  • Pension scheme 
  • Bonus programme 
  • Inflation support scheme
  • Team building days
  • Great company culture and regular social events 
  • Wellness Wednesday for 30 minutes every week for mindfulness on top of lunch break
  • Extensive  learning g and development programme 
  • Regular wellbeing check-ins
  • Company mobile phone 
  • Laptop 
  • 25 days of annual leave plus Bank holidays 
  • Toil mechanism - built up for hours worked in the week which can be used in the form of TOIL or accumulated and paid at the end of the financial year. 
  • Hours worked for call outs to be paid at the end of each month. 
  • standby call out payments
  • Vehicle with fuel cards