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Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a leading company working within the Nuclear Engineer sector, currently require a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer to join their team in Oxford. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and practical application of structural engineering within highly regulated sectors and possess security clearance.    The position sits outside IR35, paying around £50-£65 per hour and will start with a 12 month contract. Suitable candidates will ideally work in their Oxfordshire sites on a hybrid basis, however if further away, applications will still be considered. If you’re a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties As a Principal/Senior Structural Engineer you will work in a hands-on design-based position to deliver and design engineering solutions. This will involve:

• Preparation of design documentation throughout the design process
• Development of designs to satisfy technical specifications
• Prepare supporting design calculations to substantiate design
• Contribution to design reviews
• Preparation of technical specifications
• Preparation of risk assessments, technical files and other technical documentation required by safety legislation and procedures

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Delivering functions above that of a Design Engineer
• A recognised Engineering Certificate such as HNC / HND / Degree
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of structures and foundations using Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.
• Design experience in Reinforced Concrete and Structural Steel.
• Knowledge and understanding of Structural steel connections and connection types.
• Demonstrable competence gained in a design delivery position

    Personal skills The Principal/Senior Structural Engineer role would suit someone who has:  

• DV security clearance or the ability to go through the vetting process.

    Salary and benefits of the Principal/Senior Structural Engineer role  

• £50 - £65 an hour
• 12-month contract

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Position Title: Grid Co-ordinator / Battery Energy Storage Systems Project Manager Company: CleanEarth Energy  Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 pa    Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall    Duration: Full-time  Closing date: Open ended     Company background:   Clean Earth design, build, and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the United Kingdom.  Founded in 2010, our industry-leading in-house team of engineers, planners and project managers provide a complete turn key solution for land owners, SMEs and large corporates, incorporating every aspect of the project development process and ensuring Clean Earth are always one step ahead.  This unique approach allows Clean Earth to tackle every project head-on, with the in-house resources to provide a truly holistic service.  Job Description:  Successful applicants will join the existing planning team.  Responsibilities will include: 

• Project management of renewable energy sites – predominantly Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). 
• Site identification for BESS and generation of pipeline growth.
• Liaising with clients, DNOs, Local Planning Authorities and external consultants. 
• Knowledge and understanding of BESS and be able to present proposals internally and externally. 
• Coordination and preparation of EIA and non-EIA planning applications - writing Environmental Statements and Planning Statements. 
• Completing site visits to assess the suitability for BESS installations.
• Ensuring a collaborative relationship with landowners and build relationships with new potential clients.
• Liaising with statutory and non-statutory consultees. 
• Be solution focused and goal oriented.
• Organising and running stakeholder workshops and pre-application consultations. 

  Essential Requirements:   

• Methodical, accurate and process focused approach. 
• Excellent communication and organisational skills. 
• Excelled report-writing skills.
• Proficiency with Excel. 

Strong Preference:  

• Planning experience.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:  

• Renewable energy industry knowledge and experience, with a particular focus on BESS.
• Experience using ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
• Associate membership of RTPI/ IEMA useful. 
• Driving License. 

Astute’s Environmental team is working with a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy delivering high-quality environmental services across the UK to recruit a Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant, based in Leeds, London, or Manchester with flexible hybrid working available.

This Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role offers a salary of £30,000–£35,000, along with flexible working, structured development support, and the opportunity to work on nationally significant planning and infrastructure projects.

If you’re a flood risk or drainage professional looking to grow your technical and commercial experience in a supportive and ambitious team, submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role

Reporting to the Water Services Lead, you will:

• Prepare Flood Risk Assessments, Drainage Strategies, and other planning support documents

• Contribute to SuDS design and prepare technical drawings and drainage plans

• Assist with due diligence reviews for investors and developers, offering practical risk mitigation advice

• Analyse and present spatial data using GIS tools (e.g., QGIS)

• Collaborate with planning and environmental teams across the business

• Contribute to projects in related areas such as nutrient neutrality and climate risk assessments

• Work towards professional accreditation and broaden your technical capabilities

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A degree in Geography, Environmental Science, Civil Engineering or a similar field (or equivalent experience)

• Around 2–4 years of experience in flood risk or drainage consultancy

• Familiarity with UK planning policy, SuDS principles, and relevant environmental legislation

• Experience using QGIS or similar GIS software

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

• Eagerness to develop professionally and contribute to a team environment

Personal skills

The Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role would suit someone who is:

• Passionate about delivering sustainable water management solutions

• Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable with client interaction

• Interested in a varied role with technical and commercial growth opportunities

• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

• Keen to work on meaningful projects that support planning and sustainability goals

Salary and benefits of the Flood Risk & Drainage Consultant role

• £30,000–£35,000 depending on experience

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

• Company-matched pension scheme

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Chartership and CPD support

• Employee wellbeing programme

• Discounts across fitness, travel, retail and entertainment

• Opportunities to volunteer and engage with community initiatives

Rework Technician - Electronics Portsmouth £23k + Benefits     Introduction Astute are supporting a Portsmouth based client who are a leader in the provision of the design and manufacture of life critical safety systems. With a structured growth plan in place, an exciting vacancy exists for a Rework Technician to be responsible for enhancing the factory floor quality by product fault finding, analysing product yield data and confirming build processes.                     Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Maintenance Manager you will be responsible for:

• To be aware of levels of the defective product and take proactive measures to communicate, reduce and repair when appropriate and thus maintain rework at agreed WIP levels.
• To be fully aware of yield trends gathered from SPC charts and to highlight anomalies and probable causes to supervision.
• To feedback issues arising and offer advice, support and solutions where appropriate.
• To report events in a clear and concise manner, verbal or written, to interested parties when circumstances dictate.

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

• A desire to achieve BTEC/ Level 4 or equivalent qualification in electronic engineering
• Must stay up to date with the latest rework techniques and appropriate analysis tools to assist in improvement activities
• Identify areas, equipment, processes and procedures within the business for continuous improvement, make recommendations and work on improvement projects.

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

• £23k basic
• Bonus
• Share incentive
• Training and Development
• Healthcare Incentives, Pension, Life Assurance

    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  

A stute’s Nuclear team is partnering with our client a leading contractor specialising in civil engineering within major infrastructure sectors, including nuclear, highways, and large-scale projects. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, they are committed to delivering complex engineering solutions that support the UK's infrastructure growth. We are looking to recruit a Site Agent for its Sizewell C site. The Site Agent role is vital for ensuring the successful delivery of this exciting project and comes with a salary up to £63,000, car allowance and private health care. If you’re a Site Agent or Senior Agent and are looking to work for a dynamic and progressive organisation, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will:  

• Lead the delivery of projects, ensuring they meet safety, quality, program, and financial targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors to ensure successful project execution.
• Oversee the production of detailed construction programmes, monitoring progress and ensuring timely delivery of critical activities.
• Manage project risks, costs, and resources while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Develop and support the project team, ensuring all members understand their responsibilities and are aligned with the project objectives.
• Monitor and manage project changes, providing clear communication on the impact of changes to cost and time.
• Prepare regular reports on project progress, highlighting risks, issues, and milestones to both internal and client teams.

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Proven leadership and management skills within civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of the CDM Regulations and experience in implementing health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Experience producing and managing Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and cost plans.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Personal skills The Site Agent role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong leader with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to take initiative.

Salary and benefits of the Site Agent role  

• Salary between £53,000 and £63,000
• Car or car allowance
• Bonus
• Private Health Care
• Life Insurance

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a global renewable energy provider to recruit a Site Supervisor for its North London site. The Site Supervisor role comes with a salary of £55,265 DOE, bonus scheme, pension and car allowance. If you’re a Site Supervisor and are looking to work for an organisation that is at the forefront of the UK’s renewable energy sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties  

• Be responsible for the HSE performance of all personnel under their control, and for stopping work where this might be compromised
• Ensures work is executed in accordance with the contract and adhere with project time and budget.
• Coordinates all on site consortium partners and sub-contractors
• Produce change requests (technical, time and costs)
• Prepare and follows-up deviations and claims
• Plan and execute the installation testing procedures
• Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Ensure the Electrical Site Head and Site Manager is informed of all site-related activities.

      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Degree (desirable)
• Site Supervisor Safety Training (SSSTS)

    Personal skills The Site Supervisor role would suit someone who is:

• Good understanding of Simple Pressure Vessel Directive 2009/105/EC, 2014/29/EC and Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/EC, 2014/68/EC
• Experienced as a supervisor in construction with industrial plants
• Previous experience with co-ordinating contacts and contractors on site
• Knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements

    Salary and benefits of the Site Supervisor role  

• Salary £47,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Bonus 8.5%
• Employer pension contribution 5%
• Car allowance £6,000

Senior Solar PV Engineer Location – Cambridgeshire OR Swindon Package - £35k - £43k + Benefits     Introduction Astute are supporting one of the leading EPC service providers in the development, construction and operation of solar plants. With an exciting and structured growth plan in place, 2 Senior Solar PV Engineers opportunities exist to provide routine maintenance, testing and remedial work on solar PV systems.                    Roles & Responsibilities As Senior Solar PV Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Complying with company procedures
• Performing Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan
• Performing Corrective Maintenance as occurs
• Reporting of activities performed on site, upon any site visit and on a daily basis, through online reporting system.
• Job specific risk assessment, analysis and operational Limitations. Report all near misses to manager
• Supervision and coordination of third party contractors carrying out works on site

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

• Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ qualification in Electrical Installations.
• C&G 2382-18
• C&G 2391-52 or equivalent
• HV AP qualification
• 3+ Year in Solar PV O&M both ground mount and roof top installations

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

• £35k - £43k basic
• Bonus
• Pension/Health cover/Life cover
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Vehicle/Mobile/IT/Mobile/PPE
• Weekend rota, 2 weekends per month earning an additional £6kpa

    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