Astute People Ltd

Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Ashford/Maidstone 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

Head of Site Management – Solar & BESS Remote working from home £70k / £80k 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 Head of Site Management (Solar & BESS) to provide management and oversight to site-based teams focused on delivering industry leading solar PV and Battery Storage projects                   Roles & Responsibilities As Head of Site Management (Solar & BESS), you will be responsible for:  

• Take line management responsibility for team of Site Managers, Assistant Site Managers, Quality Managers and Commissioning Managers responsible for delivering utility scale Solar PV and Battery Storage projects.
• Ensure project functional reporting lines to Director of Project Management & Construction are maintained and executed.
• Responsibility for ensuring the highest HSQE standards are always maintained on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations. Drive a positive HSE culture amongst the team.
• Coordination of construction resourcing to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of projects.
• Provide experience and expertise to mitigate and overcome challenges encountered during project delivery.
• Ensure team are equipped with necessary tools, equipment, and resources to deliver projects effectively.

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

• Relevant construction/engineering related degree or equivalent experience and/or vocational training.
• Extensive previous experience as Site Manager on utility scale solar PV projects (20MW+) is a must. Battery storage experience is desirable.
• 3+ years’ experience in equivalent role or of leading a team with reporting obligations a strong plus.
• Strong leadership skills with ability to communicate objectives and priorities clearly.
• Health & Safety training or qualifications a must. Strong preference for NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK).
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    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £70k / £80k basic
• Bonus
• Pension/Life Insurance/Healthcare
• Car Allowance
• Occasional travel to Europe

    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 93 911 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.     INDREN  

Analytical Chemist

Hazardous Waste

Kings Cliffe - Peterborough

Salary at £22,500

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Analytical Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for taking samples and carrying out analytical testing of the waste on-site to support with method development and validation and ensure safe and compliant waste management across the facility at all times.

 

The Job

Working as the Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for:

• Performing various analytical tests on waste samples coming onto site.
• Running and maintaining instrumentation within the Laboratory, including GC-MS/FID and ICP-OES.
• Ensuring all work complies with relevant HSE, Quality, Regulatory and Accreditation standards (UKAS, ISO 17025).
• Sample preparation, extraction and clean-up using various techniques.
• Calculation of results from testing and data entry into the company system.
• Performing daily checks including balances, pipettes and instruments.
• Sampling of incoming waste streams for compliance.
• Work with senior teams to ensure site and lab KPI’s are met.
• Other tasks as needed.

 

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.

 

Candidates would ideally have some experience in Analytical Chemistry and Statistical Analysis as a good understanding of working in an operational laboratory.   

 

This role would suit a recent Chemistry graduate who is looking to utilise their knowledge in a hands-on role in the waste/ hazardous waste industry.

 

What’s on Offer

• Basic Salary of £22,500
• 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]

 

Site Quality Engineer - Electrical Onsite/Remote (Travel around UK) £40 - £45k plus benefits     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering 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 to recruit a Site Quality Engineer - Electrical for their sites nation wide. The strategically important Site Quality Engineer - Electrical role comes with a salary of up to £45k, bonus, pension, full health care, mobile, PC, PPE and remote working. If you’re a Site Quality Engineer - Electrical  with a real passion for quality assurance 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 Head of Project Management and Head of Quality you will:

• Quality management (on-site) of utility scale Solar PV and Battery Storage projects.
• Coordinating with project management team, checking installation works against quality and contractual requirements.
• On site HSQE checks, ensuring highest standards are maintained in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations.
• Site quality checks - timely completion, inspections, tests etc.
• Quality plan and implementation for all projects.
• Day to day management of subcontractors with regards to quality control.
• Preparation of site quality documentation for project handover and O&M or safety.
• Identify and escalate any NCR’s or risks to budget, programme, or quality to Project Management team .
• Reporting weekly to Project Quality Manager.

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

• Electrical engineering qualification or training.
• Experience with Solar PV and or Battery Storage within the UK.
• SMSTS qualification a plus.
• First Aid trained a plus.
• Good knowledge and experience of quality management.

    Personal skills: The Site Quality Engineer - Electrical role would suit someone who is:

• Self-starter with commitment to self-development.
• Passionate about quality control and renewable energy.
• Ability to work away and travel to site nationwide.
• Clean UK Drivers Licence.

    Salary and benefits of the Site Quality Engineer - Electrical role:

• Salary from £40 - £45k
• Bonus 7.5% KPI Driven
• Pension
• Full Health Cover
• 4x Life cover
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays
• Mobile, PC, PPE

    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 07441391775 to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more.   INDREN

Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Berkshire Up to £38,000     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 £38,000, 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
• Complete accurate and timely administrative reports for jobs
• Any other duties as required

    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 £38,000
• 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 07441 391 419 to speak to  Laura Milsom who can tell you more.   INDREN

Project Manager – Renewables Remote £60,000 to £70,000 DOE     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 Project Manager. The strategically important Project Manager role comes with a salary of £60,000, pension and remote working. If you’re a Project Manager 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 Head of Project Management UK you will:

• Oversee end-to-end EPC Projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and top-quality delivery.
• Conduct site visits for construction feasibility assessments, monitor progress, and assess work against quality and contractual standards to detect deviations from the Scope of Work.
• Supervise Site Acceptance and Commissioning Tests, ensuring adherence to specifications.
• Act as the primary representative for the Employer, engaging with various stakeholders such as Clients, ICPs, DNOs, Subcontractors, Landowners, OEMs, and Technical Advisors.
• Manage crucial project resources, including engineering teams, on-site quality managers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Uphold the highest standards of Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance, in line with CDM regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of project tender information and develop specifications and scopes of work for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Generate progress reports and take charge of project budget reporting, ensuring financial accountability.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of essential project documentation.
• Identify and promptly escalate any potential risks to budget, schedule, or quality to the Head of Project Management.

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

• BSc or higher in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Technical understanding of Solar PV
• Demonstrated utility Solar PV experience of 3 to 5 years; additional experience in Battery Storage is advantageous.
• Proven track record of effectively managing multiple projects concurrently, consistently delivering within defined timelines and budgets.
• Proficiency in establishing robust networks with crucial project stakeholders.
• Strong IT aptitude, including proficiency with the MS Office suite; familiarity with MS Project and Jira is beneficial.
• Competence in English, both spoken and written.
• Adaptability and flexibility, as the role involves extensive travel, including overnight stays or longer durations.

    Personal skills: The Project Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Eager to contribute to an international company environment.
• Self-motivated dedicated to ongoing self-improvement and possessing a deep enthusiasm for renewable energy.
• Adaptable and flexible, the role involves extensive travel, including overnight stays or longer.
• Competent in English, both spoken and written.

    Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role:

• Salary of £60,000 - £70,000
• Full Health cover
• 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Pension
• Mobile, PC and PPE

    How to apply? To apply for this opportunity simply send a copy of your up-to-date CV and cover letter to [email protected] or call 02392221600 to speak to Shaniece Gathii who can tell you more.   INDREN