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Engineering Project Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

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.

Maintenance Supervisor - Nights
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Maintenance Supervisor - Nights Requisition ID 50132 Posting Start Date 06-Jan-2023 Posting End Date 06-Feb-2023 JOB DETAIL

Our Vision is to be the UK’s leading innovator of resource recovery and recycling, transforming waste for a climate-positive future.

Are you someone who lives and breathes high performance, leads with ambition, and would like to be part of an organisation that looks after tomorrow?  Viridor has a redefined purpose, a bold new Vision, and an ambitious, market-leading strategy. We are investing in the future, and we need a talented team with exceptional people, who believe in each other, to help us achieve this.

 

Join us, as we rise to the challenge and build a world where nothing goes to waste

 

Energy Recovery Facilities are vital in supporting the UK’s ambition to reduce waste in an efficient and effective manner, helping to reduce the impact of waste on climate change. After reducing, reusing and recycling as much as possible, our Energy Recovery Facilities (ERFs) provide the infrastructure to efficiently recover energy from residual waste, meaning landfill becomes the last resort. 

 

We have an opportunity in Bargeddie for a Maintenance Supervisor to join our team. working 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday night shift. 

 

The salary for this role will be £37,846.00 per year, plus shift allowance and participation in a yearly bonus scheme, in addition to our great range of benefits.

 

 

 

Our People Are Our Greatest Resource

 

Viridor is one of the UK’s leading recycling, renewable energy and waste management companies. We put waste into action, transforming it into high quality recyclables, raw materials and energy. This is an exciting time to work with us. We are at the forefront of the UK’s green economy and we use smart people and technology to deliver our vision, bringing people together to give the world’s resources new life.   

 

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager and taking responsibility for your site Maintenance team colleagues, you will be accountable for the safe and effective delivery of day to day site maintenance.

 

As well as both undertaking and supervising maintenance work, you will also ensure that tools, parts and materials are fit for purpose and production downtime is minimised.   As a progressive and forward-thinking problem solver, you will also make sure all plant and equipment is continually modified and improved to maximise its availability and performance (in line with PUWER machinery safety regulations).

 

You will be a pivotal member of the team at Bargeddie attending operational review meetings where you will provide updates on live defects and ongoing improvement plans.  Your engineering expertise will see you undertake and supervise various engineering projects and provide advice and guidance to the Plant Manager and Production teams.

 

Our ideal Maintenance Supervisor will have:

 

  • Previous experience working within a process, production or manufacturing background.
  • Strong leadership qualities with the ability to motivate others.
  • A background in Engineering.
  • A good understanding of a proactive maintenance strategy and condition monitoring.
  • An understanding of Safe Systems of Work.
  • A high level of organisation with the ability to prioritise workloads.
  • NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship in an appropriate Engineering skill (or HNC/HND in a relevant discipline).

 

 

 

 

To view the profile, which outlines the person specification and list of responsibilities in full, please click here.  

 

How to apply

Click apply at the bottom of the page and you will be asked to create a profile. Make sure you have an up-to-date CV ready!

We encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early if we receive a high number of applications.

 

Why work for Viridor?

There has never been a more exciting time to join Viridor. Following the acquisition of the business by the global private equity firm, KKR, the core business has been reshaped to focus on our leading UK Energy from Waste portfolio and the development of our growing Polymers Recycling business.

 

What we can offer you

We invest in our people to reward them for their hard work, and we have a host of company benefits available to you when you join, including:

  • Your Share - our profit share scheme which offers all employees an opportunity to share in the company profits.
  • Looking after your future, we offer an enhanced pension scheme, where we match your contribution (up to 7%).
  • To protect your wellbeing, you will have access to a 24/7 employee helpline offering professional, emotional support and advice, as well as qualified Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace. You’ll also have access to discounted gym memberships and a Cycle to Work scheme.
  • Up to one day of paid volunteering leave per year.
  • Participation in our refer a friend scheme – earn £1000 for every successful referral.
  • To look after your health, we offer free eye tests and safety eyewear where needed, alongside a range of plans with Simply Health.
  • Helping you make the most of your leisure time, we have a wide range of discounts available to you, ranging from hotels and holidays to cinema tickets and days out, as well as from a variety of high street retailers.

As an equal opportunities' employer, Viridor is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply


Technical Lead Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Technical Lead Engineer - Valves
  • Employees can work remotely
  • Full-time
  • ASSYSTEM Job: Engineering / Technical
  • Type of contract ASSYSTEM: Permanent
  • ASSYSTEM Sector: Nuclear
Company Description

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all. Job Description

Key Responsibility: 

Supporting the delivery of nuclear power plant operating equipment to the client, from external suppliers, through the following activities:

  • Create/amend technical specifications for new equipment scope, utilising expert inputs where applicable.
  • Perform surveillance and approval of contractor deliverables and design activities.
  • Lead contract technical and project meetings
  • Resolution activities for multi-disciplinary technical issues and queries, including input to/ownership of resolving technical Open Points (OP), interface queries and Design Changes (UKDC).
  • Management of technical specialists to perform review of deliverables and to resolve technical issues.
  • Review and approve contract amendments and exemptions (CTSs, ERs)
  • Liaise with RD and client teams to ensure integration of equipment with interfacing functions/systems/structures
Qualifications

Profile:

  • Understanding of nuclear process and mechanical interfaces (anchorages, civil work, piping, fluids, radioprotection, safety, systems engineering)
  • Good knowledge of Valves 
  • Capable of producing technical specifications
  • Sound understanding of nuclear processing regulations
  • Experience on the design of the EPR TEP/TEU systems, or other nuclear / safety classified tanks, fluid handling systems and mechanical components.
  • Experience of equipment supply contracts and contract forms such as NEC/FIDIC.
Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.


Process Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power Team are working with a leading Waste Management company in the UK and are recruiting for a Process Technician / Control Room Operator to join the Operations Team of a large Energy from Waste plant. Working as part of the shift operations team, this position comes with a starting salary of up to £55,910 and quarterly bonus and benefits package. If you’re a Process Technician and are looking to secure your next challenge within the power industry, then submit your CV to apply today. Responsibilities and duties of the Process Technician role Reporting to the Shift Manager you will be responsible for:
  • Operating the plant in a safe and efficient manner which includes during normal running, start-ups and shutdowns along with emergency situations.
  • Ensuring 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.
  • Working within the company’s safe systems of work, SHEQ systems and relevant legislation.
  • Become certified under Safety Rules as an Authorised Person and apply isolations, locks and safety tags.
  • Conduct front line maintenance, plant inspections, fault finding and fault reporting.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Minimum C&G/NVQ Level 3 in a Process/Engineering/Operations discipline
  • Completed an apprenticeship and/or three years in a Power Generation/Heavy Process/Maintenance role (Royal Navy Marine Engineers will also be considered)
  • IOSH/NEBOSH or a Health & Safety Qualification
Personal skills The Process Technician role would suit someone who is:
  • At least three years’ experience in an operational environment on a power station or heavy process facility with steam raising plant e.g. EFW. biomass, coal, utilities etc.
  • Ex-Military Engineers with management/leadership experience will also be considered - Navy, REME, RAF, RFA etc
  • Familiar working on a SCADA/PLC/DCS System
  • Flexibility to work Shift Patterns including nights and weekends.
  Salary and benefits of the Process Technician role
  • Industry competitive salary up to £55,910 per year
  • Health Care plan
  • Pension matched up to 6%
  • Bonus opportunity up to 12%
  • Further full company benefits
INDPOW

Business Development - Solar
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Business Development Manager - Solar Starting salary up to £50,000 + commission     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a Renewables Project Developer to recruit a Solar Business Development Manager for its St Helens office. The Solar Business Development Manager role comes with a starting salary of up to £50,000, commission, a professional membership and CPD opportunities. The candidate must have previous experience within the Solar industry. If you’re a Solar Business Development Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that can offer professional development and a supportive culture, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Origination Manager, you will:
  • Utilise leads and landowner/business owner engagement to identify viable project sites.
  • Work alongside the Land Team to assess potential sites.
  • Provide high-level commercial markers for Landowners and Businesses.
  • Work with internal stakeholders on projects requiring special consents
  • Work with the Introducers Network and qualify leads working with the Origination and Commercial managers.
  • Present to clients and introduce them to the Approved Contractors Framework.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Relevant degree level qualification
  • Strong Sales background
  • Previous experience in the Solar Industry
    Personal skills: The Business Development Manager role would suit someone who:
  • Has strong interpersonal skills.
  • Is process driven.
  • Can present to clients and other stakeholders.
    Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role:
  • Starting salary up to £50,000
  • Commission structure with OTE of £110k
  • 1 professional membership
  • Full comprehensive package

Mechanical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Mechanical Engineer - Solar Remote Home Based £40k Basic + Benefits     Introduction Astute is working with one of the worlds market leading O&M service providers. Specialising in the development, engineering, financing, construction, operations & maintenance of large scale solar photovoltaic projects. With close to 1.8GWp installed Globally and a 5-year track record for outstanding services, they are looking for a Mechanical Engineer to support design of solar and energy storage projects, from sales phase to construction and commissioning, assessing mechanical calculations and substructure design.                   Roles & Responsibilities As Mechanical Engineer you will be responsible for:
  • Technical assessment of suppliers and participation in supplier qualification
  • Evaluation of technical documents for project evaluation in the area of solar substructures (fixed tilt and tracker) from suppliers
  • Evaluation of mechanical substructure and corrosion resistance requirements
  • Analysis of installation requirements for substructure
  • Technical support during construction
  • Technical support for quality management during acceptance tests (FAT and SAT)
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • HNC/HND or equivalent minimum; BSc, BEng or equivalent desired
  • Experience within renewables industry, energy storage either in consultancy, DNO, ICP, renewable energy developer, or alternatively another engineering environment
  • Knowledge and understanding of international and UK electrical standards
  • Good knowledge of AutoCAD (desirable)
  • Familiarity with the interactions between developer, EPC and TA in utility-scale PV project development
      Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • £40k Basic + Benefits
  • Pension/Healthcare/Life Insurance
  • Bonus Scheme
  • 25 Days Holiday + BH
    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 93 91 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.     INDREN

Multi-Skilled Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Mechanically strong.
  • 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
  • Ability to do basic stick welding would beneficial.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Multi-Skilled Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
INDNUC

Solar PV Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Solar PV Design Engineer - Renewables Corby, Northamptonshire £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits Full Time – Permanent     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a renewable energy provider with a commitment to professional development and sustainability to recruit a Solar PV Design Engineer for its Corby site. The exciting Solar PV Design Engineer role comes with a salary of £35,000 - £45,000 + benefits. If you’re a Solar PV Design Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Solar Business Manager/ Technical Manager you will:
  • Be responsible for the design of high-quality electrical designs for solar PV systems, from feasibility to handover.
  • Be responsible for submitting DNO applications, queries regarding the design, and provide compliant design solutions.
  • Work in a team of technical designers, project managers and sales consultants to propose cost-effective and detailed technical designs which meet client specification.
  • Lead design meetings to establish brief, budgets and project requirements and collaborating with the electrical site supervisor and project manager.
  • Provide support to any queries regarding solar PV’s that arise internally.
  • Guide junior engineers.
  • Keep up to date with relevant technologies to advise the company on technology choices.
  • Support design of mechanical systems and equipment, ensuring a safe and useful workplace.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Electrical qualification.
  • 3+ years’ experience working on Solar PV projects on commercial or industrial levels.
  • Proven experience using CAD software to produce technical designs.
  • Experience working with solar PV batteries and parts lists beneficial. 
  • Relevant experience in DNO applications. 
    Personal skills: The Solar PV Design Engineer role would suit someone who is:
  • A self-starter.
  • Eager to improve knowledge and skills and keep up with latest technologies.
  • Able to work effectively in a team.
    Salary and benefits of the Solar PV Design Engineer role:
  • £35,000 - £45,000
  • Generous holiday allowance + bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Years
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Pension contribution
  • Onsite gym in Horley
  • Life assurance insurance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Long service awards
  • Employee events
  • Market leader in renewable energy: one of the UK's most experienced consultants, designers, suppliers, installers, and maintainers of renewable energy systems. 
    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 910118 to speak to Kelsey Nineham who can tell you more.   INDREN  

Principal Electrical Design Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
This role will be embedded on Fazlane. Based on Fazlane 4 days a week minimum. Will be electrical. If we get anyone not from saudia, arabia, eygpt, turkey that would be great. Dont need DV/ Need SC. Rates for salary - Up to late £70's for a Principal Engineer plus car allowance. Principle is 64 - 77,750 + 4290 car allowance. Big gap between junior principal to senior principle. May look at Senior as this finishes at bottom end of principle. Senior Engineer -  Mid 50's- mid 60's.    Company description

 

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 7,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all Job description

 

Your Mission:

We are seeking an Experienced Electrical Engineer to bolster the technical capabilities of one of our major client's Design Authority (DA) near Helensburgh. This role is ideal for candidates with Electrical Design experience, but those with backgrounds in Electrical Installation or Maintenance are also encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

  • ?? Deliver technical excellence in specifying, producing, and assessing design packages for infrastructure.
  • ? Specify reliability and operational constraints for electrical infrastructure systems.
  • ? Assess work control procedures for infrastructure maintenance.
  • ?? Evaluate infrastructure design, material state, and ageing mechanisms to ensure continuous operation of facilities and utilities.
  • ?? Promote a strong safety and security culture across all activities.
  • ? Ensure safety-related contracts meet all requirements by acting as an intelligent customer.

Position Requirements:

Essential:

  • ? Broad experience in electrical engineering, with expertise in HV/MV distribution, LV distribution, protection systems, C&I systems, electrical machines (synchronous motors, frequency changers, diesel alternators).
  • ?? Experience in the nuclear or other high-hazard industries (preferred but not essential).
  • ? Ability to create practical, creative, and cost-effective solutions for design modifications of plant and infrastructure.
  • ? Strong knowledge of British and international design standards.
  • ? Proven track record of making evidence-based decisions using various data sources.
  • ?? Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • ? Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload.

If you’re a skilled electrical engineer ready to take on high-impact projects in a safety-critical environment, we’d love to hear from you! ? Apply today!

Qualifications

 

What you will need:

  • HNC or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Detailed knowledge of the Design Intent for Electrical Infrastructure in the nuclear industry or similar industry

Desirable:

  • Incorporated Engineer status or equivalent experience and standing
  • Degree or equivalent qualifications and experience in a relevant engineering discipline
Additional information

 

Why join the community of Switchers?:

? The Group is currently ranked Third in the world for nuclear engineering.

?A dynamic career management policy to enable our employees to progress through our five business lines: operations, project, technical, sales and support functions

?Provide opportunities to work on exciting, global projects

?Access to an employee assistance programme with free mindfulness, health, wellbeing resources and a confidential support line available 24/7 via phone or text

?Discount vouchers for days out and restaurants, eye test and glasses vouchers, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs

At Assystem, we celebrate diversity and creativity. We believe in harnessing unique perspectives to shape innovative solutions. Your skills and daring spirit are what truly matter. Join us and help shape the future! ?

Sole UK national with SC due to the nature of background and supporting information that is required access to.

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Product Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Role:

Product Manager

Location:

Portsmouth

Package Details:

£50-55k + Bonus/Pension& Life Assurance/ Healthcare/Share Incentive Scheme/Free parking

Introduction

My client has been designing and manufacturing products that save lives for over 40 years. Their team members are passionate, driven and up for a challenge. They are currently looking for an experienced, dynamic & driven Product Manager to join their rapidly growing company.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Product Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Develop and maintain global market strategies (positioning, pricing & profitability) for the product ranges with a focus on product, market and customer needs
  • Full end to end product ownership through the entire NPD process and product lifecycle. NPD documentation, go-to-market plans, pricing etc
  • Product lifecycle management. Product range management including, obsolescence and instructions.
  • Be the central product management resource for critical activities, information, and competitor information.

You need to be highly organised with excellent communication skills, customer focused, and data driven.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • Experience of Product Lifecycle Management, ideally from product management roles.
  • New product development experience.
  • Analytical with strong financial acumen.
  • Drive best practice and cultivate continuous improvement in the Product Management team.
  • Experience in an electronics background or experience working in a manufacturing background that is highly regulated.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

  • £50-55k
  • Employee Bonus Scheme
  • Share Incentive Scheme
  • Flexi-time
  • 14 weeks Paid Parental Leave
  • Training & Professional Development
  • Healthcare Incentives
  • Company Pension & Life Assurance

How to Apply

If you are someone who demonstrates passion, curiosity, a drive for excellence and an ambition to make a difference, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391775 and ask to speak to Sue who can tell you more.