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Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading European organisation within the renewable energy sector to recruit a Senior Asset Manager – Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The Senior Asset Manager role comes with a salary of up to €110,000 depending on experience, plus an excellent benefits package. If you have a strong electrical engineering background, with experience in MV/HV systems, grid interface, or commissioning within utilities, transmission, or renewable energy sectors, and are looking for your next career move, we’d love to hear from you – apply today by submitting your CV.   Responsibilities and duties of the Senior Asset Manager role   Reporting to the Director of Asset Operations you will:  

• Lead the technical management of utility-scale BESS and solar assets across an operational portfolio
• Act as the key interface between grid operators, OEMs, EPC contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Oversee grid connection performance and compliance, ensuring adherence to grid codes and connection agreements
• Provide technical oversight of MV and HV electrical systems, ensuring safe and reliable operation
• Support and oversee commissioning and energisation activities for new assets
• Identify, assess, and mitigate technical and operational risks across the portfolio
• Lead on electrical safety governance and compliance standards
• Analyse asset performance data to identify trends and optimisation opportunities
• Manage and coordinate third-party contractors and service providers
• Support technical due diligence and asset acquisition activities where required
• Produce detailed technical reporting on asset performance and compliance
• Contribute to procurement and contractor selection for O&M and specialist works
• Act as a technical escalation point for complex grid or electrical issues

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience working with MV and HV electrical systems
• Strong background in grid-connected infrastructure, transmission, or distribution environments
• Hands-on experience with commissioning, energisation, or grid interface management
• Strong understanding of power systems and electrical asset operations
• Experience working with multiple technical stakeholders (grid operators, OEMs, contractors)
• Experience within renewable energy, utilities, or energy infrastructure projects is highly desirable
• Experience with BESS or solar PV assets would be a strong advantage

  Personal skills   The Senior Asset Manager role would suit someone who is:  

• Technically strong with a hands-on electrical engineering mindset
• Highly focused on safety, compliance, and operational excellence
• Comfortable operating at a senior level within a technical environment
• A strong communicator, able to manage internal and external stakeholders
• Proactive and solutions-focused in complex operational scenarios
• Organised with the ability to manage multiple assets and priorities
• Adaptable and comfortable working within a growing and evolving organisation
• Willing to travel to site when required for commissioning and operational support activities

  Salary and benefits of the Senior Asset Manager role  

• Salary up to €110,000 depending on experience
• Performance based bonus up to 15%
• LTIP after 3 years tenure
• Pension Scheme
• Private healthcare
• Strong career progression opportunities

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Astute People are working exclusively with a leading O&M Contractor who operate a Biomass plant in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. The plant produces around 40MW of power by burning wood waste pellets. As an Operations Technician you will be responsible for the safe & efficient operation of the plant, ensuring compliance with environmental permits and performing first line maintenance. The plant runs 24/7 365 days a year so you will be working a mixture of day & night shifts. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Technician role Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Operate the plant in a safe and efficient manner which includes during normal running, start-ups, and shutdowns along with emergency situations.
• Monitor the plant through the distributed control system (DCS) to ensure regular supply of fuel into the boiler, maintaining steam pressure and production of power in line with contractual obligations for the client.
• Ensure the operational demands of the plant are met along with monitoring the plants emissions to comply with the Environmental Permit and reporting any issues to the Shift Manager.
• Support the maintenance team during outages / shutdowns.
• Assist with developing operating procedures.
• Work within the company’s safe systems of work, SHEQ systems and relevant legislation.
• Conduct front line maintenance, plant inspections, fault finding and fault reporting.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• A recognised qualification in engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
• Ideally qualified with an IOSH or NEBOSH or equivalent in Health & Safety
• Completed a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship

Personal skills The Operations Technician role would suit someone who has:

• At least three years process operations experience
• Competent at working on SCADA / PLC / DCS systems
• Previous experience working in a control room environment, ideally with steam plant including boilers, heat recovery steam generators, turbines, and associated equipment.
• Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Energy from Waste, Biomass, Coal, CCGT, Nuclear / Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc ideally with Steam Raising plant.
• Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered

Salary and benefits of the Operations Technician role

• Industry competitive salary
• Health Care plan
• Pension matched up to 6%
• Bonus opportunity
• Further full company benefits

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Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a market-leading Energy company, to recruit for a Project Engineer to work on their Energy from Waste Power Stations in Bicester and Croydon. The main purpose of the role is to deliver engineering changes to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the plants. The vital Project Engineer comes with a salary of up to c.£75,000 + car allowance + bonus + private healthcare + other benefits. This will be a 3-year Fixed Term Contract with the possibility of future opportunities in the wider business. If you’re a Project Engineer, ideally mechanically biased, and are looking to work for a leading organisation who invests in training and professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.     Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will be responsible for:   

• The main purpose of the role is to increase the Maximum Continuous Rating of the two ERF facilities
• Working closely with OEMs, contractors, site teams and central engineering to develop technical solutions
• Integrate projects into outages
• Manage contractor performance
• Ensure all works are complying with safety, quality and compliance standards
• Attend HAZOP reviews as well as FAT’s/SAT’s which may involve travelling abroad

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following: 

• Ideally HNC qualified, or equivalent, in a relevant engineering discipline
• A project Management qualification would be desirable
• An IOSH or NEBOSH Health and Safety Qualification would be desirable
• A full UK driving licence as there will be travel involved to other sites

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The Project Engineer role would suit someone who has: 

• Prior engineering/maintenance knowledge in heavy process engineering environments with power being the preference. Other industries may include paper mills, steel works, cement, refineries, etc
• Good understanding of PSSR legislation
• Experience in project management practices
• Experience in managing contractors and delivering complex engineering projects
• Knowledge of CMMS systems
• ISO 55001 awareness would be ideal

    Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role

• A starting salary up to c.£75,000
• Car allowance  
• Performance related bonus
• Private healthcare
• Other excellent benefits

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Astute People are working exclusively with a leading O&M Contractor who operate a Biomass plant in Craigellachie, Moray. The plant produces around 15MW of power which is enough to power 20,000 local homes and businesses. As part of a team restructure, they have added a new position to act as interface between the Operations & Maintenance Team. As Operations Coordinator you will play a key role in overseeing the day to day activities across departments to maximise plant reliability, availability and efficiency. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply. Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Coordinator role: Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinate daily operations, ensuring clear and effective communication across teams and shifts.
• Support the planning and scheduling of activities, including maintenance and outage coordination.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, performance data, KPIs, and reports, delivering them on time.
• Assist with compliance processes, including audits, inspections, documentation updates, and regulatory reporting.
• Act as a key link between operations, maintenance teams, contractors, and site management.
• Manage and update essential operational documents such as SOPs, risk assessments, and training records.
• Track and follow up on actions from operational, safety, and planning meetings to ensure completion.
• Support root cause investigations by gathering data, documenting findings, and contributing to solutions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by monitoring performance trends and operational behaviours.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Ideally qualified with a ONC / HNC / HND in a relevant engineering field
• Apprentice trained in an Engineering discipline
• Relevant qualification in Health & Safety such as an IOSH / NEBOSH
• Full UK Driving licence

Personal skills The Operations Coordinator role would suit someone who has:

• At least five years operations or maintenance experience on a large process plant, ideally Power Generation - Candidates from other sources of Power, Utilities, Refineries, Petrochemical, COMAH etc will also be considered
• Ability to interpret operational data, logs and technical documentation
• Proficient in MS Office and operational systems (CMMS, SCADA Logs etc)
• Understanding of safety, environmental and compliance requirements with in a CHP or process plant
• Familiar with safety rules, issuing of permits, safe systems of work, RAMS etc.

Salary and benefits of the Operations Coordinator role

• Highly competitive salary (ask for further details)
• Pension
• Comprehensive benefits
• Opportunity to join a modern Biomass Power Station

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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a growing project management consultancy to recruit a Project Director to support the leadership and delivery of major capital projects.

This Project Director role offers a competitive salary, clear leadership responsibility, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping teams, winning work, and delivering high-profile projects within a business experiencing strong growth.

If you’re a highly experienced Quantity Surveyor or Cost Management professional ready to step into a strategic leadership role, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Project Director role

Within the role you will:

• Lead the delivery of cost management services across the full project lifecycle
• Work closely with Regional Directors to manage and grow high-performing teams
• Oversee feasibility estimates, cost planning, procurement, tendering and post-contract services
• Take accountability for the successful and profitable delivery of multiple projects
• Manage senior client relationships and act as a key account lead
• Lead major bids and contribute to business development and work-winning activities
• Support recruitment and team growth aligned with business needs
• Provide leadership, mentoring and development for Senior Managers, Managers and junior staff
• Ensure commercial performance, including fee tracking, forecasting and profitability
• Drive quality, consistency and continuous improvement across project delivery

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or similar
• Chartered status (RICS, CIOB) or equivalent experience
• 10+ years’ experience within a consultancy environment
• Proven experience delivering the full spectrum of cost management services
• Demonstrated ability to win work and manage profitable project delivery
• Experience managing teams, client accounts and internal project finances
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and leadership skills

Personal skills

The Project Director role would suit someone who is:

• A strong leader with the ability to build and develop high-performing teams
• Commercially astute with a focus on profitability and growth
• Confident managing senior client relationships and key accounts
• Strategic in thinking, with the ability to influence and drive business decisions
• Proactive, adaptable and capable of operating at both strategic and delivery levels
• Passionate about mentoring and developing the next generation of professionals

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Bonus scheme reviewed annually, up to 10%
• Structured competency matrix to support career development and progression
• Matched 5% pension scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Private healthcare (Vitality)
• Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home (site visits excluded)
• Group incentive days and team events

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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 

 

Job Title:              Commercial Manager - Pre-Contract Location:              Warrington, Cheshire + Hybrid Working Arrangement  Compensation:    Competitive + Benefits Role Type:           Full time / Permanent  Role ID:               SF59046

 

At Cavendish Nuclear we’re working to create a safe and secure world, together, and if you join us, you can play your part as a Commercial Manager (Pre-Contract) at our Warrington site.

 

The role

As a Commercial Manager, you’ll have a role that’s out of the ordinary. This role offers an excellent opportunity to support business growth across our Nuclear Services and Civil Decommissioning business streams, through the provision of pre-contract commercial support.

 

Day-to-day, you’ll act as Commercial Lead on agreed bids (within the bid team). You'll cover a range of offerings from major projects to service and consultancy within civil nuclear industry, supplementing existing pre-contract capability within the business streams.

 

• Provision of commercial and contractual support and advice across designated projects, working closely with bid teams.
• Ensure the winning of good business – successful tenders which balance risk and reward.
• Lead ensuring that any submissions are compliant with corporate governance procedures.
• Negotiate customer contracts and work closely with Procurement to ensure flow down of key terms.
• Derive commercial solutions to bid requirements such as commercial tender query responses, KPIs, pricing schedules.
• Generate bids showing appropriate margin returns with credible delivery plans.
• Agree arrangements with customers and partners, such as NDAs and MOUs, liaising closely with Legal and taking a leading role in establishing Joint Ventures where applicable
• Support analysis of competitors, customers, and supply chain to ensure winning tenders

 

This position involves occasional travel/working across a range of internal and customer sites, as a requirement of the role.

 

This role is full time, thirty-seven hours per week and provides hybrid working arrangements with three days in our Warrington office and two days working from home. 

 

Essential experience of the Commercial Manager

• Experience of working within highly regulated industries
• Experience of NEC3/4 contracts, preferably the ECC (Engineering & Construction Contract)
• Experience with Government customers / PCRs (Public Contract Regulations)
• Customer facing experience (unable to consider anyone with subcontractor / supplier facing experience only)
• Significant pre-contract experience, capable of autonomously leading bids from a commercial perspective
• Sound understanding of contract terms and conditions / contract law, contract and commercial risk management, and estimating/financial aspects of bids

 

Qualifications for the Commercial Manager (Pre-Contract)

• Quantity Surveying or Business related degree or equivalent qualifications

 

We value difference and don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and/or willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

 

Security Clearance

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Standard (BPSS) security clearance for this role. 

 

What we offer 

• Generous holiday allowance 
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee share scheme 
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive ten-days special paid leave 
• Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows the majority of employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement
• ‘Be Kind Day’ enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity
• Autonomy to perform the role
• Opportunities to develop your career

 

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As a leader within the UK nuclear industry, Cavendish Nuclear, part of Babcock International Group, provides a comprehensive range of critical nuclear solutions in clean energy, defence and civil new build and decommissioning projects. Together, we’re innovating to make nuclear safer, faster and cost-effective across the nuclear energy life cycle. Your career with us could take you anywhere within Babcock International Group – from Canada, the USA to Japan. Work with us to create a safe and secure world, together. 

Astute’s Nuclear Team are exclusively partnered with an industry leader in industrial services solutions and hazardous waste management across the UK to recruit a Business Development Manager to join their Industrial Services division in Rugby, Warwickshire. The Business Development Manager role comes with a salary of up to £55,000 per annum plus a car allowance, bonus and many other benefits. In this role, you will drive business development from securing new enquiries to handover to operations, ensuring high-quality service delivery across the UK, with particular emphasis in Rugby. If you’re a Business Development Manager with experience within the Industrial Services or Hazardous Waste sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Regional Commercial Manager you will:   Key Responsibilities:

• Drive business development for key business growth within the industrial services sector, targeting both new and existing clients, using proactive techniques like cold calling and outreach to offer a broad range of industrial services, including waste removal and infrastructure cleaning solutions.
• Maintain a strong pipeline of new business opportunities and contribute to the company business plan.
• Foster strong customer relationships by ensuring high service standards, addressing non-conformances, and providing timely feedback.
• Maximise margins on projects and ensure continuity of work for the business teams.
• Collaborate across divisions to identify other opportunities, especially within waste treatment and disposal through other sites across the business group.
• Collaborate with Account Managers, Admin Staff, and Operations to ensure seamless service delivery and contract management.
• Manage the tender process, including document reviews, financial analysis, and ensuring compliance with Tender Governance procedures.
• Monitor market trends, competitors, and relevant industry developments to inform business strategy.
• Manage projects, inquiries, and customer communications while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Promote a safety-first culture and actively contribute to the company’s health, safety, and environmental initiatives.
• Represent the business at stakeholder events and ensure compliance with company policies, including security, data protection, and equal opportunities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional with experience in industrial services and business development to join a dynamic and growing team.     Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Technical expertise in industrial services and hazardous/chemical waste solutions, with previous experience in the sector.
• Proven ability to manage customer accounts and their associated sales revenue.
• Strong commercial acumen, a track record of profitable new business, and a commitment to high levels of customer service, along with a full UK driving licence.
• Degree qualified or proven sector experience in business development and sales in industrial services or hazardous wastes management.

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

• Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
• Proven track record in driving profitable new business while maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Strong logistics knowledge, including experience with transport booking and vehicle requirements for contracts.
• Expertise in H&S industry regulations, environmental compliance, and managing contaminated soils within construction waste.
• Skilled in cold calling, negotiating, and executing deals at both strategic and tactical levels, with experience in managing projects and business processes.

    Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role

• Salary up to £55,000 DOE
• Car allowance
• Bonus based on company and personal performance
• Life assurance
• Pension
• Progression plan

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 to support across their sites in Herts, Oxfordshire and Surrey.   The Maintenance Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £44,000 + 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
• 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  

• Salary of £44,000
• Company Bonus
• Company Pension
• Life insurance
• Other benefits discussed at interview

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