Astute People Ltd

Laboratory Technician – Quality Control           

Skelmersdale

Salary starting £38,156

 

Introduction…

We are currently recruiting for a Laboratory Technician to join on the of UK’s leading Waste Management specialists to support their polymer and water effluent Quality Control team.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Day to day running of the laboratory
• Polymer sample testing and analysis
• Water and effluent sample testing and analysis
• Working in line with production targets

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree or equivalent in a Science Discipline
• Knowledge of laboratory testing equipment
• Previous experience in an industrial/production environment
• IT skills including MS Office

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Starting salary £38,156
• Refer a friend scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391669 and ask to speak to Sophie who can tell you more.

Astute’s Power team is exclusively partnering with a World class steam/air blowing company to recruit a Business Development Manager.    The strategically important Business Development Manager role comes with a highly competitive salary, car allowance and further benefits. If you’re a Business Development Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then submit your CV to apply today.      Responsibilities and duties    Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:  

• Identifying new sales leads, securing new enquiries and building the client base from initial reach out through to working with commercial and technical teams for preparation of quotations of work scope exceeding £100k 
• Carry out key business development activities, attending networking events and getting the business name positively in the market.
• Research organisations to identify new leads and potential new markets, offering our products and/or services and obtaining information to remain competitive and in line with any market trends.
• Business development of Industrial Services to new and existing clients, incremental to the Business Plan, UK-wide.
• Ensure high levels of customer service in all aspects of service delivery.
• Ensure non-conformances and service failures are dealt with in an effective and efficient manner by assisting the quality and HSE teams throughout the group.
• Monitor and manage the pipeline of new contracting opportunities to ensure the department remains busy. 
• Work collaboratively with other divisions within the wider worldwide group to deliver on the customer contracts efficiently, safely and within all environmental permits and legislation.
• Manage specific projects and enquiries as per business requirements.
• Maintain continuous professional development and competence for the role.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as and when required. 

    Professional qualifications     We are looking for someone with the following:   

• Business development background working within the Industrial Services sector. Particular relevance within the power / petrochemical industry.
• Good grasp of chemical, process or mechanical engineering.
• Full UK Driving license
• Comfortable travelling regularly throughout the UK to customer sites, networking events and company facilities.
• Occasional Europewide travel to other company offices and/or worksite to broaden service knowledge and meet client in their head office locations.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn 

  Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role   

• Highly competitive salary
• Performance based bonus scheme
• Company car or car allowance
• Contributory pension scheme 

 

Service Engineer Oxfordshire £33,000 + 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 Technician 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 £33,000, 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:

• The maintenance, service and repair of various specialist water treatment equipment including standard base exchange, filtration, deionisation, reverse osmosis, and laboratory water treatment products.
• Installation, removal, and commissioning of the equipment on-site.
• Understand the water treatment process, product, and technical issues with an ability to fault find using first line investigation techniques.
• Contribute to financial sales targets by recommending and quoting the necessary added value spares, refurbishments, and consumable items to maintain the customer's equipment in optimum operating condition.
• Performing out of hours and breakdown cover when required.
• Assisting clients with technical faults.
• Completing risk assessments, activity reports and other documentation as required.
• Offering after sales technical support.

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

• Minimum Level 3 Engineering qualification
• Full UK Driving license
• Industrial maintenance experience ideally within the water industry

    Personal skills: The Senior Authorised Person role would suit someone who has:

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Willingness to learn

    Salary and benefits of the role:

• Up to £33,000
• Company van & fuel card
• Overtime
• Laptop, mobile, PPE
• 5% commission on all successful parts quotes

    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 02392 288 217 to speak to Sam McSheaffrey who can tell you more.   INDNUC

Engineering Project Manager

Edinburgh

 

Introduction

Astute are looking for an experienced Engineering Project Manager to join our clients Engineering team in Edinburgh manage the delivery of a range of renewable energy projects and to help continually develop the expanding client base.

 

Role and Responsibilities

The Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Management and responsibility for a variety of renewable energy projects.  
• Preparation and/or review of technical design elements.
• Preparation of documentation and management procurement processes.
• Ensuring financial and technical targets are met in delivering projects.
• Effective management of, and reporting on, project risks.
• Facilitation of agreements and contract negotiation.
• Management and supervision of contractors carrying out services and construction on projects.
• Communication with external stakeholders (e.g. landowners, developers, community bodies, planning authorities, community relations, grid network operators).
• Identify and provide project tasks/details for tracking purposes.
• Update the project team/disciplines on scope, status, changes of the project and schedule/expectations and ensure effective communication with all project stakeholders.
• Management, detailed tracking and communication of project progress from a task, time, schedule, and cost perspective.
• Manage changes in project scopes, identifies solutions for potential issues and derive contingency plans as required, while engaging the appropriate resources.

 

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will:

 

• Chartered Engineer status preferable
• Proven track record in planning, executing, managing and closing on projects
• Experience of leading projects within renewable energy
• Procurement knowledge to provide guidance to procurement focal and to draft contracts
• Proven track record of delivering projects within scope, on time and on budget.
• Experience in preparation of pre-FEED and FEED level reports and documentation to inform investment decisions
• Knowledge and experience of the UK Renewable Industry

 

Salary & Package

In addition to an exciting career, you will also receive

• Salary up to £60,000
• 28 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays
• Use of Company Vehicles
• Pension

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.

Quantity Surveyor Work location:  Hinkley Point C – Bridgwater, Somerset Hours: Full time on site /possibility to work 1 day a week from home Reporting to: Framatome – Site Contract & Commercial Manager Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure progress report of installation & commissioning activities on the field:
• Ensure daily visits and report of progress of Framatome team installation and commissioning activities on-site, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations and
• Manage contractual disputes related to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization
• Variation Management:
• Assess the impact of waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization on project timelines and budgets.
• Prepare and submit variation orders to the customer for approval and negotiation.
• Track and document approved variations, ensuring accurate measurement, valuation, and invoicing.
• Commercial Management:
• Engage in commercial negotiations with the customer to reach fair and equitable agreements regarding events leading to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization.
• Prepare detailed cost impact analysis and reports for customer review and approval.
• Maintain effective communication channels with the customer to address commercial
• concerns and resolve disputes.
• Documentation and Reporting : o Maintain accurate records of events leading to waiting time, additional activities, and demobilization, including supporting documentation and correspondence. o Prepare regular progress reports, cost reports, and financial statements for internal and external stakeholders. o Provide timely and accurate updates on cost variations, commercial negotiations, and project financial status.

Key Skills and experiences:

•  Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in the construction industry, with a focus on site activities and commercial management.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial mechanisms
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in performing clear writing reports
• Effective negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Sound understanding of construction methodologies and processes.
• Computer skills Microsoft

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
•  

Background:

• Nuclear, Engineering/Construction

Additional information

• On site at Hinkley Point C - Bridgwater
• Working hours – full time

 

Test Support Technician - Electronics Portsmouth £27,000 + 24% Shift Premium     Introduction Astute are supporting a Portsmouth based client who are a leader in the provision of the design and manufacture of life critical safety systems. With a structured growth plan in place, an exciting vacancy exists for a Test Support Technician to provide technical support for all shop floor test equipment. This opportunity is on a double day shift 0600/1400 - 1400/2200 with a 24% shift premium.     Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for:

• Provide support for all production test equipment, jigs, and fixtures (repair and maintenance).
• Support the Maintenance team in the creation of operating procedures, preventative maintenance procedures and records.
• Ensure input of maintenance and calibration records are detailed and accurately maintained to ensure continued compliance with our quality management system.
• Analyse and continually improve equipment performance by working with Production Staff and Engineering, and by monitoring yield KPI’s.
• Utilise the automated reporting tools to analyse and improve equipment performance.
• Work closely with the Test solutions team to identify equipment and processes suitable for CI

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Electronics
• Experience with fault finding & diagnostic at component level.
• Able to read technical and schematic drawings.
• LabView experience is highly desirable.
• Experienced in using manual hand tools such as multi-meters/oscilloscope

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Basic salary of £27,000 + 24% uplift
• 37 Hours a week
• Bonus
• Training, development, and career progression opportunities
• Healthcare Incentives, Pension, Life Assurance

Skilled Labourer – Renewable Energy Wadesbridge and various sites around UK £16,000 - £21,000 + Benefits     Introduction Astute Are partnered with a renewable energy company that design, build and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the UK. Due to growth, we are looking for a motivated Skilled Labourer to join their existing team and assist with the installation of PV systems, together with operations and maintenance on various UK sites.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Skilled Labourer, you will be responsible for:

• General site maintenance, including tools and equipment.
• Operating telehandlers.
• Working to strict health and safety standards.
• Flexibility to work away and during evenings.
• Working safely at heights and manual handling.
• Other duties as required.

    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Previous experience working on construction sites/ working in general labour roles.
• Flexibility to work around the UK, including evenings and weekends.
• A Driving License is essential.
• Telehandler ticket/ MEWP 3a & 3b ticket is desirable.
• CSCS card.
• Relevant safety trainings, such as working at heights, manual handling.

    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary up to £21,000 DOE.
• Progression opportunities & development
• Chance to join the renewables energy sector.
• 22 days holiday + Bank Holidays, extending to 25 days after 2 years.
• Company pension.

    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 023 9391 9497 to speak to Karianne Morris who can tell you more.     INDREN

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Civil Design Coordinator for its West Midlands site. The Civil Design Coordinator role comes with a salary of £55,000-£60,000, pension, life and disability insurance and other bonus packages. If you’re a Civil Design Coordinator and are looking to work for an organisation that is at the forefront of renewable energy then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Working with the Lead Civil Engineer you will:  

• Be responsible for managing the design processes of subcontractors within the civil works on site.

• Be responsible for the civil works to be executed in accordance with the contract, and conform with project time, budget, HSE and quality requirements.

• Be responsible for managing the design interface with external and/or in-house design teams and you pro-actively establish the design release schedule and monitor the design progress to ensure agreed target milestones are met and mitigate risk and delays.

• Be able evaluate the design provided by others and facilitate technically profound construction solutions with consideration to the complexity of works.

• Represent the civil design department, when necessary, at internal and external meetings with limited travelling (up to 10% of your time).

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering or architecture.

• Hold at least 5 years’ experience in the construction industry (preferably Energy from Waste).

• Hold strong experience in civil project management and design coordination.

Personal skills The Civil Design Coordinator role would suit someone who is:  

• A forward planner, solution orientated and strong communicator.

• Holds good negotiation skills and structure to their work.

Salary and benefits of the Civil Design Coordinator role  

• £55,000-£60,000

• Annual performance and bonus awards

• Pension Scheme

• Life, Disability and private medical insurance

• Career path options

Electrical Maintenance Technician London £44,000 + OT + benefits Introduction… Astute are partnered with a leader in the Waste Management industry who are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to work out of their Waste Transfer Station in London (SW). This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business within an industry that is only going to continue growing as we move towards a more sustainable world. Roles & Responsibilities As an Electrical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Hands on maintenance across the site
• Working on a range of cranes and mobile plant
• Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site
• Carrying out mechanical and electrical tests in line with legislation
• Other duties as required

  Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Electrical maintenance experience in either the Waste industry, or a similar Heavy Industrial setting
• 17th or 18th Edition
• Experience with PPMs and reactive repairs
• Knowledge of a range of plant (preferably mobile)
• A strong team player and a health and safety conscious focus

Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Basic salary of £44,720
• Monday to Friday 40 hours per week as standard
• Rotational shift pattern (06:00 - 14:00 or 14:00 – 22:00)
• Night shifts and weekend overtime paid at T1/2 or 2x
• Career progression and development opportunities

  If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more. INDREC