Astute People Ltd

Location:             Fairfields Farm AD Site, Wormingford, Colchester, Essex, CO6 3AQ Job type:             Full time, permanent, 40 hours per week, weekends and remote monitoring. Salary:                 Max £52,000 per annum dependant on experience + overtime + bonus Benefits:             25 days holiday plus bank holidays, 4% employer pension, health care and x4 life assurance  

Astute’s Renewables team is partnered with one of the UK’s leading renewable energy providers, who own and run a portfolio of anaerobic digestion plants across England and Wales. They are looking to recruit a Maintenance Engineer for their site in Surrey.   The Maintenance Engineer role comes with a competitive salary + bonus, and excellent benefits package.   If you have experience working as a Maintenance Engineer in a heavy processing environment and are looking to work for an organisation that is passionate about renewable energy, then upload your CV to today. Responsibilities and duties of the Maintenance Engineer role Reporting to the Area Manager you will:  

• Be Responsible for all operational equipment and machinery including, but not limited to front end processing, pumping technology, digester and ancillary equipment, heating circuit and pasteurisation processes
• Follow, maintain and improve FIIX for all PPM's, input and detail any repairs or services on machinery to enhance a maintenance regime against each piece of equipment.
• Review and or provide thorough method statements, risk assessments and permit to work for non-routine maintenance tasks
• Build and improve on a thorough planned preventative maintenance program
• Support across three sites within their portfolio as and when needed
• Provide basic training, support and mentoring for site operatives
• Deliver planned improvements and refurbishments as part of the planned maintenance programme
• Ensure control measures and SSW (safe systems of work) are in place when undertaking any maintenance task
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and insure a safe and tidy work areas.
• Undertake any training requirements as identified by your line manager to support you in your role.
• Be part of an on-call rota
• Other duties as required

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A recognised engineering qualification or demonstratable experience
• IOSH is desired
• Compex and ATEX is desired
• A full UK Driving Licence is essential

  Personal skills   The Maintenance Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• Experience working in anaerobic digestion or a similar heavy processing environment such as water treatment, food manufacturing ect
• Practical environmental and working safely knowledge
• Electrical competence
• Computer literate
• Mechanical hands-on Engineering Essential
• Working Knowledge of substrate pumps
• Confined Space Training
• Experience of using and fixing pumps, valves, screw conveyors, gearbox drive units, heating circuits, Macerators, Hammermills and Mixers

  Salary and benefits of the Maintenance Engineer role  

• Competitive salary depending on experience  
• Company Bonus
• Company Pension
• Life insurance
• Other benefits discussed at interview

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Astute's renewable team is partnering exclusively with the world's largest independent renewable energy company. Due to ongoing expansion, we are seeking a Director of Controls and Hardware Products to join the team. This role entails leading the development and delivery of cutting-edge digital and physical products for the renewables sector. The Director of Controls and Hardware Products position offers an attractive package, featuring an increased car allowance, substantial bonus opportunities, private healthcare coverage, and the opportunity to work for a company that prioritises fostering a genuine work-life balance. If you possess a proven track record in the wind O&M sector, particularly in leading product development teams, and are seeking your next opportunity to spearhead innovation and advancement in this dynamic industry, we encourage you to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Director of Controls and Hardware Products you will:

• Lead a diverse team of technical experts, engineers, and project managers, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and continuously improving environment.
• Partner closely with R&D to integrate novel technologies into site trials and product offerings.
• Engage with the Product Delivery team to ensure the capacity for delivering products on a large scale.
• Supervise both in-house and external resources to meet contractual obligations.
• Forge connections with suppliers and negotiate contracts that facilitate product development.
• Take ownership of the product roadmap, ensuring its timely delivery and driving towards an industry-leading product portfolio.
• Formulate and oversee the budget for the Controls and Hardware Product division, ensuring adherence to budgetary objectives while achieving set goals.
• Foster cross-functional cooperation with Technology/Engineering, Services, Product, Security, Innovation, Quality, Growth, and Program Management teams to expand the product portfolio.
• Analyse financial performance metrics to inform data-driven decisions regarding product investment strategies.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the controls and hardware products division.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven background leading a product development team in digital and physical systems.
• Demonstrates the ability to safely deliver innovative products with commercial success.
• Possess strong knowledge of renewable technologies, in particular wind turbines.

    Personal skills The Director of Controls and Hardware Products role would suit someone who.  

• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication abilities, adept at navigating complex situations and effectively influencing individuals at all organisational levels.
• Fosters and demonstrates a workplace inclusive of creating opportunity, serving others, building trust, innovation, and exceeding expectations
• Acts as mentor and coach to develop team and build capabilities for present and future.
• Can create and drive a vision with clear guidance on how to accomplish it.

    Salary and benefits of the Director of Controls and Hardware Products role  

• Market-competitive remuneration
• Senior Bonus scheme
• Enhanced Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 24 days holiday plus buy/sell holiday options.
• Enhanced family leave

 

Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager

£50k - £70k Basic, bonus, car, BUPA, relocation package

Newquay/Cornwall

Astute Technical are recruiting for a Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager for a client who are a leader in the provision of separation and purification solutions to industries including biotech, oil and gas, laboratory and chemicals.

As Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager, your duties will include:

• Provide leadership and technical expertise to site & Business Unit in the implementation of relevant Quality Systems, improvements and production requirements. This includes licensing partners as well as suppliers.
• Maintain QMS to ISO 9001, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820and other standards in accordance with BU specific requirements, including document control and record retention.
• Data analysis and implementation of continuous improvement plans to meet agreed KPI's

To be considered for the Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager role, candidates should have:-

- Proven experience in Quality Management and Medical Devices preferably within an international FMCG environment.

- Proven track record of delivering Quality change with experience of World Class Quality techniques.

- Comprehensive knowledge of Quality Systems, which ensure that products, processes, and services consistently meet or exceed the desired quality standards, including compliance to ISO9001, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, and ISO 13485

As a Quality and Regulatory Affairs Manager with our client, you will receive:-

• Competitive salary of £50k - £70k Basic
• Company Bonus scheme
• 25 days Holiday
• BUPA Healthcare

Application Process:

Applying for this exciting opportunity could not be easier, simply email your up to date CV and covering letter to Simon Cheung on scheung@astutetechnical,co.uk or 023 93 911 007 

Site Manager Leeds January start date 9 weeks initially £350-£450 per day The Role Astute are looking for a Site Manager to join the infrastructure team working on a project based in Leeds. The team that you will manage are responsible for delivering high profile district heating and cooling networks. Often undertaken in challenging environments where district heating projects are delivered with the best level of experience and knowledge in the industry. Roles Responsibilities: Reporting to the project manager you will be responsible for:

• Day to day management of site construction activities and sub-contractors whilst communicating and coordinating key project activities.
• Monitoring of the overall progress of works against the agreed construction programme.
• Completing site progress reports and issuing to the Project Manager.
• Liaising with the commercial team to co-ordinate procurement requirements in relation to quality, availability, and fitness for purpose.
• Maintaining accurate on-site records of all goods received on a weekly basis ensuring that these (including all delivery notes) are correctly processed.
• Management of all Waste transfer, maintaining accurate records for the disposal and separation of waste.
• Ensuring all Health and Safety procedures are implemented and followed.

Skills/Experience

• Utility industry experience – associated trench works and installation of water/gas/drainage highly desirable.
• SSSTS/SMSTS accreditation.
• District Heating experience is not essential as the role is to manage the back filling of District Heating trenches.
• Understanding of Temporary Works or holding Temporary Works coordinator training is desirable competencies.
• Problem solver with a dynamic and proactive approach to finding effective solutions.
• Communicates clearly and concisely at all levels using various methods of communication.
• Excellent working knowledge of all MS Office applications.

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 +447441391451  

Business Development Manager Stockport Salary £60,000 - £70,000 + Benefits     About the role: Astute are partnering with a leading technical consultancy, which due to company expansion, are recruiting for a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join the sales team and play a key role in both developing client relationships and identifying and winning opportunities within innovative energy projects, providing design, and engineering services to developers, investors, and owner-operators.                        Responsibilities and duties:

• Strong understanding of market activity with energy sectors in the UK and/or Ireland
• Good working knowledge of framework agreements, contracts and tendering qualifications
• Generating, identifying, and securing new pipelines of work as well as proactive account management
• Produce and support proposal responses with understanding of the scope, approach and team requirements
• Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve annual financial targets.

    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree qualified in an engineering discipline

    Personal skills: The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Previous experience working for an engineering consultancy company
• Previous experience of business development selling professional, technical or commercial services
• Excellent communication skills with attention to detail – both written and interpersona
• Full UK driving license with a willingness to travel across the UK and Ireland

    Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role:

• Private healthcare
• Hybrid working
• Bonus scheme

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02393 910048 to speak to Ben Turner who can tell you more.   INDPOW

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Boiler Supervisor on a 12 month minimum contract for its London site.  

  

The Boiler Supervisor role comes with a day rate of £550. 

 

 

Key skills required for the Boiler Supervisor role 

 

• Manage coordination and control of various mechanical components  

• Oversee various subcontractors  

• Monitor contractor compliance  

• Review / advise construction documentation required to erect mechanical components 

• Carry out weekly safety inspections / audits 

• System walkdowns 

• Must have Boiler experience with strong industrial discipline 

 

 

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Boiler Supervisor role  

   

• London 

• £550.00 per day 

• 12 months minimum  

• Outside IR35 

Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the EDF Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer to join their team, based in Stone with hybrid working available. This is a technically focused role, combining design, project leadership, and technical authority across Protection & Control systems within the UK Transmission and Distribution sector. As a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering compliant, high-quality engineering solutions while acting as a technical lead and mentor within the wider project team. Responsibilities and duties of the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role As the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will be:  

• Leading and advising on all Protection & Control aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards
• Leading design activities including:
  • Chairing design workshops and review meetings
  • Working closely with internal and external stakeholders
• Developing engineering deliverables such as:
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Key Line Diagrams (KLDs)
  • System architecture and concept designs
• Producing and reviewing detailed Protection & Control designs including:
  • Schematics
  • General arrangements and layouts
  • Supporting calculations and schedules
• Producing and reviewing technical documentation such as:
  • Functional Design Specifications
  • Design intent and compliance documentation
• Supporting tendering and sales teams with technical input and solution development
• Undertaking site visits and non-intrusive surveys to support design and project delivery
• Supporting client approval processes and ensuring solutions meet specifications and regulatory requirements
• Supporting Project Managers with programme, cost, and change management activities
• Identifying and managing technical risks to ensure successful project delivery to time, cost, and quality
• Providing technical guidance and support to other engineers within the team

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Strong experience within Protection & Control systems in the UK Transmission & Distribution sector
• Working knowledge of IEC 61850 and its application in substation environments
• Experience with Protection & Control technologies across key industry vendors
• Understanding of substation communication protocols and systems
• Knowledge of cyber security requirements within Protection & Control design
• Ability to produce and interpret complex engineering documentation and designs
• Degree qualified (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required

  Personal Skills The Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong technical leader with excellent problem-solving ability
• Structured and analytical in their approach
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Able to lead, support, and mentor other engineers
• An excellent communicator with both internal and external stakeholders
• Able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
• Flexible and adaptable to achieve the best project outcomes to travel and occasionally stay away from home

Salary and benefits of the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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Astute’s Renewable Energy Team is exclusively partnering with a key player in the Solar and BESS market who are looking for a HV Contracts Manager to join the team. The role is a pivotal one and the purpose is to ensure operational excellence and to ensure the provision of HV support across the business is there when required This HV Contracts Manager role comes with a salary up to £55,000, incremental supplements for additional qualifications, a company vehicle plus bonus and generous benefits package. The ideal location would be in the South around Oxfordshire but we’re open to a more remote option too. If you’re a HV Contracts Manager and are looking to work for an innovative and proven Solar and BESS operator, EPC and developer, please get in touch. Responsibilities and duties of the HV Contracts Manager role Reporting to the HV Manager you will:  

• Manage all key personnel/companies both internally and externally relating to the HV activities
• Planning and execution of HV switching, isolations and earthing up to 33kV (this is subject to internal sign off with competence)
• Schedule HV operations in different regions, staying up to date with any contractual obligation
• Assist with understanding and interpreting client requirements within the HV scope of contract
• Ensure that proactive, annual maintenance schedules are created and adhered to
• Assess the existing HV supply chain and ensure it’s effectiveness, suggesting any improvements/changes with a data-driven approach
• Be able to carry out some HV remedial works when the decision is made to do the works internally
• Provide HV technical support for Field Engineers
• Full job spec available on application and request post telephone call with Astute

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Experience in large scale renewables projects, ideally BESS and/or solar
• Experience switching up to 33kV, 66kV would be great
• At least a NVQ level 3 in electrical installation, higher qualifications hugely desirable

Personal skills   The HV Contracts Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong communicator
• Excellent organisational skills
• Someone proactive and solutions-focussed

  Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role  

• Up to £55,000 basic salary
• Increases depending on authorisations
• Company vehicle
• Bonus up to 12.5%
• Life insurance
• Private healthcare
• Great pension
• 33 days holiday inc BH

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