Astute People Ltd

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a globally recognised engineering and technology business to recruit a Business Development Manager for its EMEA client base. The pivotal Business Development Manager role comes with a salary up to £80,000, hybrid working and great benefits. If you’re a sales professional with experience in the nuclear sector and are looking to work for a global organisation that is expanding into the UK nuclear sector, backed by a global reputation for innovation in challenging, safety-critical environments, then submit your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties of the Business Development Manager role As the Business Development Manager you will:  

• Drive the organisation’s entry into the nuclear sector by developing and executing a new business strategy focused on safety-critical components and connection technologies used in inspection, maintenance, and asset integrity applications.
• Identify and engage with key stakeholders across the UK, EMEA, and Middle East nuclear markets to build strong client relationships and secure new business opportunities.
• Act as the internal nuclear sector expert, advising senior leadership on market trends, key clients, and potential entry points for product adoption.
• Leverage existing industry knowledge and contacts to open doors, initiate conversations, and build credibility within nuclear networks.
• Navigate complex organisational structures within large clients to identify and influence decision-makers across engineering, procurement, and project delivery teams.
• Work closely with technical and commercial teams to position the company’s specialist mechanical products as viable, compliant solutions for nuclear applications.
• Represent the business at client meetings, site visits, and relevant industry events, effectively communicating technical value and commercial benefit.
• Provide regular market feedback to inform product development, strategic planning, and commercial positioning.
• Travel across the UK and internationally (approx. 40%) to support business development activity and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain a proactive, self-sufficient approach to business development, consistently generating new leads and driving long-term growth.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A degree or equivalent in engineering or a related field (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering) would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Proven track record in business development or technical sales within the nuclear sector is essential.

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

• Well-versed in the nuclear industry's standards, stakeholder structures, and compliance requirements, with an understanding of how to engage Tier 1 contractors, regulators, and the wider supply chain.
• Experienced in selling into highly regulated, safety-critical environments such as nuclear, oil & gas, defence, or aerospace.
• Familiar with technical products such as mechanical assemblies or connection systems used in inspection, maintenance, or asset integrity applications.

Salary and benefits of the Business Development Manager role  

• Competitive base salary up to £80,000, depending on experience
• Life assurance at 4x base salary
• Private medical insurance
• Flexible, hybrid working model with international travel

 

  Astute’s Nuclear Team are partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer for their facility in Cranfield.  The Project Engineer will provide operational engineering support for all current and future project activities, including the planning, building, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of R&D test rigs and facilities. The Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 dependant on experience, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership support and a wealth of other benefits. If you’re an experienced Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is recognised for its innovative solutions for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector, then please submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role   Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will:  

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
• Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
• Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
• Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
• Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
• Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
• Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
• Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
• Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  

• Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

Astute’s Nuclear Team are partnering with an international player in the nuclear energy market to recruit a Project Engineer for their facility in Cranfield.  The Project Engineer will provide operational engineering support for all current and future project activities, including the planning, building, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of R&D test rigs and facilities. The Project Engineer role comes with a competitive salary of £45,000 - £60,000 dependant on experience, 8% employer pension contributions, professional membership support and a wealth of other benefits. If you’re an experienced Project Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is recognised for its innovative solutions for designing, building, maintaining, and advancing the global nuclear sector, then please submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Project Engineer role   Reporting to the Site Operations Manager, you will:  

• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to interpret design drawings and technical specifications, developing bespoke measurement systems suitable for high-pressure, high-flow, and high-temperature environments.
• Plan and manage detailed project schedules to ensure on-time delivery of critical milestones and objectives.
• Assemble and install mechanical systems, machinery, and components in accordance with engineering documentation and quality standards.
• Design and produce Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), and system schematics to support project execution.
• Develop clear and concise work and assembly instructions for use across engineering and production teams.
• Conduct technical analysis and reporting to support risk management and design validation activities, including DFMEA, HAZOP studies, and Risk Assessments.
• Manage procurement processes, ensuring timely acquisition of materials and equipment aligned with project timelines and specifications.
• Operate and maintain test rigs and custom fixtures for the validation and verification of customer-specific assemblies and system performance.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, inspections, and repairs on test equipment and specialized systems to ensure operational reliability and compliance.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults, replacing or repairing defective components as needed to minimize downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance, calibration, and testing activities in accordance with Health & Safety and quality management protocols.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical/Electrical/I&C)
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, R&D test, or service environment.
• Proven experience in an engineering discipline (Mechanical/I&C) or a similar role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated capability in managing project work packages.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics.
• Familiarity with working in ISO or similar procedural environments.
• Enthusiastic and committed, with a willingness to work within tight timelines.

Salary and benefits of the Project Engineer role  

• Basic salary of up to £60,000 dependant on experience.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Competitive benefits package

Transfer Station Chemist

Waste Management

Middlesbrough

£22,000 - £25,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Transfer Station Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Transfer Station Chemist, you will be responsible for taking and analysing hazardous waste samples on-site to ensure safe and compliant waste is processed at all times.

 

The Job

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
• Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
• Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
• Providing services to customers to enable wastes to be assessed, priced and collected
• Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
• Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
• Assist with the daily/weekly plan for the operational areas and laboratory, adapt to the unplanned and unexpected to deliver targets, KPI’s and other requirements.
• Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
• Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
• Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

 

Some knowledge of hazardous waste or industrial chemistry would be beneficial as well as previous experience working in a site-based role or in an industrial hands-on environment.

 

This role would suit someone looking to further their career within the chemical sector and an interest in moving into the waste management industry. A NEBOSH certificate or IOSH H&S qualification would also be beneficial. 

 

What’s on Offer

• Basic Salary of £22,000 - £25,000 DOE
• Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
• Full training and support

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

J Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Grantham/Sleaford Up to £35,000     About the role: Astute’s renewables team is partnered with one of the UK leading Solar O&M suppliers to recruit a Solar Field Service Engineer. The solar field service engineer will be providing site maintenance across O&M solar farm. This role comes with a salary of up to £35,000, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and a company vehicle. If you’re a field service engineer and are looking to work for an organisation committed to a great work culture and career development, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: The solar field service engineer role will have to:  

• Assist with preventive and corrective site maintenance
• Demonstrate fault finding and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve reactive maintenance issues
• Comply with HSE policies outlined by the company
• Build positive working relationship with internal and external stakeholders
• Be willing to response to breakdowns in a timely manner
• Communicate with management, including highlighting any risks found

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

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Qualification or equivalent
• City and Guilds 2391 Inspection and Testing
• 18th edition

    Personal skills: The solar field service role would suit someone who has:

• A UK Driving License
• High Voltage experience, although not essential.
• Knowledge of BS 7671 Wiring Regulation Standards
• The willingness to participate in an on-call rota
• Strong Electrical fault-finding skills

    Salary and benefits of the field service role:

• Salary of up to £35,000
• Competitive call out rate
• 25-day holiday plus bank holidays
• Company Laptop
• Company Vehicle
• Companywide 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 07488889792 to speak to Molly Artingstall who can tell you more.   INDREN

 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

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Astute People are working with a well-regarded environmental consultancy delivering innovative geo-environmental and geotechnical solutions to recruit a Consultant or Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical, based in Bristol.

This Consultant or Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role offers a salary of £30,000–£45,000, depending on experience, with hybrid working, hands-on site involvement, and exposure to nationally significant development projects across the South West and Midlands.

If you’re a motivated geo-environmental or geotechnical professional ready to lead site investigations and contribute to sustainable land and infrastructure solutions, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

Reporting to a senior member of the geoscience team, you will:

• Organise and deliver intrusive site investigations, sample collection, and environmental monitoring

• Conduct land contamination assessments, analysing chemical and geotechnical testing results

• Produce high-quality Phase 1 & Phase 2 reports with clear, practical recommendations

• Act as site supervisor during ground investigations and liaise with contractors and suppliers

• Maintain a strong awareness of environmental and geotechnical legislation and standards

• Coordinate multiple small to medium-scale projects, ensuring budgets, deadlines and quality standards are met

• Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal technical teams

• Support junior colleagues through mentoring and knowledge-sharing

• Uphold Health & Safety standards in all site and office-based activities

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in a relevant subject: Geo-Environmental, Geology, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or similar

• Prior experience in a geo-environmental or geotechnical consultancy role

• Strong understanding of ground investigation techniques, contamination assessments, and relevant UK guidance

• Excellent data interpretation and technical report-writing skills

• Experience managing or coordinating fieldwork

• A full UK manual driving licence (essential for local site access)

• Willingness to travel across the South West and Midlands, within ~2 hours of Bristol base

Personal skills

The Consultant / Senior Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role would suit someone who is:

• Practical, proactive, and confident working both in the field and in technical reporting

• Eager to contribute to impactful environmental and infrastructure projects

• A clear communicator with a collaborative mindset

• Ready to support and guide junior colleagues while managing their own workload

• Interested in career progression, chartership, and personal development

Salary and benefits of the Consultant – Geo-environmental / Geotechnical role

• Consultant: £30,000–£35,000

• Senior Consultant: £40,000–£45,000

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (option to buy/sell additional leave)

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• Matched pension scheme

• Career development and chartership support

• Mentorship from experienced consultants

• Involvement in exciting regional infrastructure and renewable energy projects

• Wellbeing support and employee discounts across retail, travel, and fitness

• Volunteering and community action opportunities

Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering with a leading specialist in large-scale ground-mount solar projects, providing integrated solutions covering design, manufacture, and installation services. We are recruiting a Civil Engineer to join their team based in Dorset. The Civil Engineer role comes with a competitive salary, offering the opportunity to contribute to current projects and support new product development in a fast-growing industry. If you’re a Civil Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that is driving the transition to clean, sustainable power, then submit your CV to apply today.   Responsibilities and duties of the Civil Engineer role   Reporting to the Sales Director, you will:  

• Design and develop structural designs and solar framing projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Drive new product development initiatives, including design certification, while ensuring solutions are cost-effective and practical.
• Plan, conduct, and oversee on-site geotechnical surveys, including borehole sampling and trial pits. Providing timely, actionable reports to the Project Manager to confirm suitability.
• Perform on-site axial load testing of driven pile products, interpreting results to select the most appropriate and reliable solutions.
• Provide expert structural calculations for solar projects, supporting the design team with advanced engineering solutions.
• Work closely with the design team to deliver innovative, efficient, and timely solutions across multiple projects.

Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree or relevant qualification in Civil Engineering.
• Experienced in PV ground mount systems.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

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

• Solution focused, able to support design and multi-functional team members to meet client specifications and project deadlines with urgency.
• Detail orientated, with excellent organisational skills.
• Strong communicator and knowledgeable to support customer technical queries.

Salary and benefits of the Civil Engineer role  

• Competitive salary, dependant on experience.
• Private medical insurance.
• Company benefits.
• Career growth with a renewable energy company that puts its people first.

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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with one of the leaders in the design and construction of the Hinkley Point C (HPC) nuclear new build power plant to recruit a Civil/Structural Engineer within the reinforced concrete sector. The Civil/Structural Engineer role is a key position in the development of the Hinkley Point C project throughout its design and construction phase and comes with a salary of up to £50,000 dependant on experience. If you’re a Civil, Structural or Temporary Works Engineer and are eager to contribute to a landmark energy project within the Nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Team, you will be responsible for:  

• Modifying reinforced concrete or steel structure designs compliant with the ETC-C or other relevant codes (Eurocodes) and project methodology.
• Checking and coordinating detailing activities with CAD designers or other engineers in preparation of 3D BIM rebar models and/or 2D drawings of reinforced concrete or steel structures.
• Manage and modify structural designs using software such as TEKLA.
• Managing engineering changes in line with company/project procedures and QA processes.
• Assessing and responding to Field Changes Requests, Field Information Requests, or Site Non-Conformances from civil works contractors.
• Liaising with other stakeholders of the site engineering team or construction team for clarification on site requests.
• Coordinating with the back office for clarification on design packages or for resolving design package issues.
• Technical review and acceptance of contractor deliverables.
• Site walkdowns and inspections.
• Responsibility for schedule for engineering tasks reporting to the management, scheduling and commercial requirement.
• Working with contractors on site to deliver the implementation of engineering solutions.

    Professional qualifications & personal characteristics We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven experience in the civil, infrastructure, structural, method, or temporary works engineering and design.
• Hands-on knowledge of detailed design processes and their application in construction.
• Familiarity with structural software such as TEKLA.
• Experience within highly regulated industries, such as nuclear or heavy industry sectors, is desirable.
• Previous experience working as a Civil Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Method Engineer, Structural Engineer or Temporary Works Engineer.
• Working knowledge of the detailed design phases and how this is transitioned to the construction phase

This role requires security clearance, and employment offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.       Salary and benefits of the Civil/ Structural Engineer role  

• Basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000 dependant on experience
• Enhanced pension offering of 8% employer contributions
• Benefits such as life insurance, income protection, healthcare.

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