Astute People Ltd

Business Development Manager Water Treatment Chemicals. Newcastle – Field based around the North. Competitive Salary + Vehicle + Package     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join one of the leaders in process water solutions across the UK. Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be supporting in the development of their water treatment chemicals business, operating across the North, selling water treatment chemical solutions and services to a number of key industrial clients.                        Roles & Responsibilities Working as the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for planning daily sales activities, marketing initiatives and keeping the company’s CRM system up to date with prospect clients. Duties will include…

• Ensuring sufficient sales activity, territory coverage and future prospect development to achieve individual set financial target.
• Working closely with the marketing teams, developing growth targets and appropriate activities. Tracking, monitoring and measuring marketing and promotional activities.
• Understanding customer needs, presenting solutions and creation of proposals, with the delivery of added value to the customer central to the offering;
• Maintaining good knowledge of competitor strategy and activity to identify new areas of business growth; offering insight data to support negotiation and overcome objections.
• Providing excellent service to the customer ensuring they are kept up to date with all progress.
• Provide a strong after sales support service to the customer to ensure longevity of the relationship.
• Attend trade shows and/or industry conferences to network, be a guest speaker or promote the business.

Please note, this role will require travel around the North of the UK and the Scottish boarder.       Skills & Qualifications Candidates should have a background working within the water treatment industry, ideally with some knowledge of selling technical solutions, chemicals or water treatment services to industrial customers. Due to the technical nature of the role, candidates should hold a Science, Environmental or Engineering Degree or be qualified by experience. Sales experience within the market is not critical, although your personal attributes will need to demonstrate that you are someone who will drive the business forward selling water treatment chemical solutions in this market. Due to the nature of the role, a full driving licence is essential.     Salary & Package

• Basic salary up to £50,000
• Company Vehicle
• Commission Scheme – Uncapped up to 20%
• Private Medical Insurance
• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays
• Pension Scheme.

    How to apply? To apply for this position or to find out more information, please send your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected]  or call directly on 02392 222 964.     INDREC

Astute’s Power Team is partnered with a global company, to recruit for an Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Project Manager to assist with the mobilisation and performance of their Energy from Waste assets in the UK and abroad. The vital O&M Project Manager role comes with a salary of up to c.£92,000 + bonus + private medical +other benefits. This is a hybrid role which will involve travel across the UK as well as international travel. If you’re an experienced Plant, Operations, Engineering/Maintenance Manager, who would like to work for a company who invest in professional development of their employees, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the O&M/Performance Director, you will be responsible for:  

• O&M contracts during the pre-mobilisation phase and as such be closing the gap between Tender Management and the O&M Plant Manager.
• Supporting across the O&M organisation ensuring the availability and quality of documentation, reporting, lessons learned, sharing of best practice.
• Develop and maintain templates and tools to meet the company’s systems and O&M solutions requirements and organise and lead the process of getting information collected and structured as requested or required for the project reviews and business reviews.
• The O&M Project Manager will organise and participate in workshops with the target of developing and documenting O&M strategies and continuous improvement strategies

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Ideally a Degree in a relevant Engineering subject – those with HND/HNCs will also be considered
• A formal Health and Safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH will be advantageous but not a necessity
• A full UK driving licence is a necessity given the nature of the role with travel

    Personal skills, prior experience and knowledge The O&M Project Manager would suit someone who has:  

• Prior Senior Management experience within the O&M Team of a Power Station (ideally EfW) – those with significant Operations/Engineering Management will also be considered
• Excellent leadership and management skills
• Good financial and commercial acumen
• Excellent stakeholder management experience

    Salary and benefits of the O&M Project Manager role  

• A starting basic salary of £84,000 - £92,000 (DoE)
• Bonus
• Private healthcare
• Other benefits  

   

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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Role – Commissioning Engineer Location: Midlands Competitive Salary     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Commissioning Engineer to join one of the leading Water and Wastewater treatment business in the UK. They have a solid track record of providing innovative solutions to water purification, industrial effluent and sustainable water saving needs and are one of the market leaders in process water treatment services. They are currently looking for a Commissioning Engineer to work in a field-based role around the whole of the UK. Working as a Commissioning Engineer, you will be expected to travel widely and at short notice as required to support in the installation and commissioning of a variety of process water equipment.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring all customer sites are prepped to accept water process equipment, including paperwork and risk assessment completion in advance. Once on site you will also be responsible for the management of projects including auditing of all on-site activities.
• Both Mechanical and Electrical installation and commissioning of the equipment, following electrical diagrams and working with on-site teams to ensure the plant is running correctly.
• Carrying out any breakdown maintenance as required and ensuring all equipment is serviced regularly and ready to operate in line with customer expectations.
• Maintaining maintenance schedules, adequate supplies of spare parts and ensuring all units are safe and roadworthy and ready to always use.
• Assisting clients with technical faults.
• Installing new equipment when needed.

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

• HNC/ Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering /C&G 17/18th Edition.
• Candidates should also have a background in performing mechanical or electrical maintenance/service work.
• Experience working in a similar role within the water industry is desirable.
• A full, valid driving licence

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

• Competitive Salary of up to £45,000
• Pension package
• Company phone and tablet
• Holiday package  
• Company Car/Van

    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  02392 222 964 to speak to Gemma Nixon who can tell you more.     INDREC  

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  Maximum Salary (£) depending on experience.

  55000

   

  (Please do not advertise the salary for any of our roles)

   

   

  Site Manager

   

  Home-based with frequent Site visits when required

   

  1 Year Fixed term contract, Full-time, Monday - Friday 37 hours

   

  25 days annual leave (plus UK bank holidays), Company vehicle/car allowance

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  Are you a Site Manager looking to take the next step in your career by joining a successful and rapidly growing global company, who can offer you structured progression opportunities and flexible benefits? Are you passionate about Ecological Transformation and being a part of making a change to the planet?

   

  If so, we have a fantastic opportunity to join our leading, well respected water technologies company, where you will be responsible for the effective and efficient site management of your assigned project to programme, budget and quality objectives whilst maintaining a ‘zero LTA’ safety record. You will deliver the project site programme to plan and specification whilst maintaining customer satisfaction at all times. At Veolia Water Technologies UK (VWT UK), we are committed to ensure you have the best experience possible and take your career to the next level!

   

  Your responsibilities will include but not limited to:

  • Preparation and implementation of project programmes.

  • Managing subcontractors on site.

  • Prepare working programmes and ensure a detailed, practical commissioning programme is available.

  • Monitor and report on the performance of project team, partners, subcontractor, suppliers, client, consultants against programmes.

  • Ensure risk assessments/method statements are reviewed prior to commencement of any site work.

  • Identify areas of responsibility in matters of contract interface.

  • Interact proactively with other departments and members of the project team within the site team, with head office, with regulatory authorities and the public, between client, partners, Principal Contractor and sub-contractors.

  • Ensure the appropriate levels of resources are engaged at site and develop a balanced and cohesive team.

  • Establish priorities and resolve conflict within the site team.

  • Induct all staff and subcontractors on site as required.

  • Manage site costs including assisting Project Manager/QS in preparing monthly CVR and forecasts.

  • Issue notice to subcontractor to commence work and receive check supply only goods and complete GRN’s.

  • Ensure that Record Vouchers/Technical Query sheets are prepared, signed and forwarded to the QS.

  • Ensure site is properly established and maintained, ensuring safe working at all times on site.

  • Issue permits to work by authorised persons.

  • Nomination, in writing, of appointed/responsible persons to comply with identified hazards and H&S legislation.

  • Provide adequate welfare and first aid facilities.

  • Conduct regular audits with clients and subcontractors to review and discuss H&S matters.

  • Ensure project is executed in accordance with the Quality, Environmental and H&S plan.

  • Implement project specific Quality, Environmental and H&S plans. Regularly review and update the project plans.

  • Ensure close out of site in accordance with the Company Procedures.

   

  General requirements for the role:

  • IOSH qualification or relevant H&S qualification is essential

  • SMSTS Qualified

  • First Aid (3 day at Work) Qualified

  • Experience of site management in a relevant industry is essential

   

  Additionally, having the following is a bonus!

  • Knowledge in Google Suite 

   

  What’s next?

  If you feel this role is suited for you, click on the “Apply” button. The Recruitment team will review your application as soon as possible and if your experience and skills match closely with what we are looking for, we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

   

  Our promise to you

  We know that the expectation of a good role goes both ways, so alongside your salary, you receive a company vehicle or the equivalent car allowance. This is in addition to our extensive benefits package which includes 25 days annual leave, our market leading pension and share scheme and a range of employee discounts and employee referral bonuses - as we’d like nothing more than to give your family and friends an opportunity too! Also, to help you a little further, we provide mental health and financial support, so you know exactly who to lean on whenever you need to.

   

  Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come!

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

TerraCycle Overview:

We are TerraCycle® and we are Eliminating the Idea of Waste®.

Operating in over 21 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific, TerraCycle is a global innovator in green business. It partners with many of the world’s largest consumer product companies and retailers to create collection and recycling solutions for hundreds of traditionally non-recyclable waste streams. By working with companies, retailers, governments and consumers, TerraCycle is able to collect and solve for just about every waste stream, from snack wrappers and contact lenses to ocean plastics and cigarette butts, all waste streams that otherwise end up in landfills, oceans, or incinerators. TerraCycle has received hundreds of awards globally and has been highlighted in some of the world's most recognized media outlets, including CNN, Wall St. Journal, Reuters.com New York Times, Forbes and thousands of others.

In May 2019, TerraCycle launched its newest initiative, Loop, a global circular shopping system that enables brands, retailers and consumers to transition from single-use disposable materials to reusable, durable packaging, washed by Loop and refilled by the brands. Loop has engaged many of the world's largest consumer product companies (including P&G, Nestlé, Unilever, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, and Mondelez) and many of the world’s largest retailers in this platform. Loop is currently available in the mid-Atlantic and Northeastern U.S, and the greater Paris region in France, with plans to expand into several new markets including Canada, Japan, the UK and Germany in 2021.

Job Overview –

The TerraCycle Account Management Team seeks to hire a resourceful, autonomous and organised Account Manager to manage a portfolio of around 10-12 large and key accounts across Europe (mostly large FMCG brands) with a focus on the UK and France.

Their primary responsibility will be to manage the overall relationship with the client, the day to day running of recycling programmes and will ensure that all contractual obligations of the partnership are delivered to the right specifications and on time. They will oversee the launch of a recycling partnership and manage partnership projects where needed.

The role will be placed in the Account Management Team and will report to one of the Account Directors in the team.

The Account Manager will work closely with the Account Director to execute and deliver on set KPIs and strategies for growing revenue within their portfolio and expanding existing relationship and opportunities and ensure continuous renewals of partnerships. They will support the Account Director in building strategies for their portfolios and work on expanding existing relationships with key stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities:

Recurring tasks will include but are not limited to:

• Serving as primary contact for a portfolio of brand partners
• Managing external client relationships to satisfaction to ensure renewal and growth
• Identifying and developing opportunities to drive business value for clients
• Ensuring all client inquiries are responded to in a timely fashion
• Identifying & resolving client concerns and troubleshoot and problem solve mostly independently where necessary
• Proactively driving account growth: Preparing upsell proposals and facilitate cross-sell opportunities with other departments
• Nurture and expand relationships with day-to day contacts and other key relevant stakeholders of their accounts
• Mostly independently negotiate renewal terms
• Coordinate with internal teams to develop plans for and regularly review programme performance
• Preparing internal account performance data for their portfolio
• Creating client-ready documents, including monthly reports (in both Excel and PowerPoint) and custom presentations
• Provide clients with programme & budget updates and proposals according to their internal budgeting and planning process
• Managing programme operational flow, pricing files, presentations, and contracts
• Coordinating internal processes, including monthly invoicing and annual renewal pricing & projection process in conjunction with Operations team
• Providing project management support for product orders, design projects, and brand activations as needed

 

Requirements/Skills –

Minimum of 3 years of experience in an Account Management/ Relationship Management role

Proven ability to build and grow client relationships Experience in growing revenue with clients as well as cross and upsells Excellent written and spoken English and French Solid business acumen Solid number literacy and ability to analyse data Strong communicator with excellent presentation skills A creative problem solver capable of thinking outside the box Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (particularly PowerPoint) Solid team player who can collaborate cross-functionally and across cultures Solid organizational skills including attention to detail, ability to multitask and to prioritise among competing tasks Capability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume work environment A sense of resourcefulness, ability to adapt, and positive attitude

Desirable:

Experience in client management within FMCG company is a added bonus

Project management experience is a plus A demonstrable interest in sustainable/green business would be beneficial

Compensation:

Salary depending on experience

25 Paid Holiday Days Summer Friday 2 Volunteering Days Online Yoga and wellbeing activities Company Pension contribution Enhanced Parental Leave Quarterly team engagement Hybrid working - opportunity to work from home up to 2 days per week Work anywhere for 1 month Office exchange programme

 

Job description is not all-inclusive. TerraCycle reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. TerraCycle is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All candidates must already have the eligibility to work in the UK.

TerraCycle is committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion.

Asset Manager Remote working Up to £55,000     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a specialist in utility scale solar operations and maintenance. They are recruiting for an Asset Manager who ideally has experience working within the Solar or Wind industry who work with operations and maintenance.   The strategically important Asset Manager role comes with a salary of up to £55,000, enhanced pension scheme and a generous holiday package.   If you’re an experienced Asset Manager with previous working knowledge of the Solar or Wind industry and are looking to work for an organization that is a versatile player in the renewables industry, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Head of Commercial you will:

• Managing a comprehensive issues list for each client and actively promoting progress on these matters with the business.
• Compiling regular updates and generating reports for clients.
• Ensuring client retention is a top priority.
• Collaborating with team members to secure additional services and opportunities.
• Conducting thorough contract reviews with clients.
• Ensuring a clear understanding of all contractual obligations.
• Identifying and addressing commercial/financial risks in client accounts.
• Communicating any additional costs to clients and providing relevant reports.
• Introducing new services and innovative ideas to clients.
• Participating in team meetings and advocating for the client's perspective.
• Representing PSH Operations at external meetings.
• Contributing to the development of the overall business marketing strategy.
• Actively participating in client meetings, calls, and site visits.

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

• Previous role as an Asset Manager or Account Manager working within utility scale solar is essential.
• Essential experience in the solar industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in handling client relationships.
• Proficient in IT, particularly in Excel and Word.
• Competent in contract management.
• Familiarity with technical issues and key performance indicators (KPIs).

    Personal skills: The Asset Manager role would suit someone who has:

• Self-motivated and resilient, possessing strong organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Team player.
• “How can I help” attitude to work.

    Salary and benefits of the role:

• Up to £55,000 starting salary (DOE)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (1 additional day for every year at the company)
• Life policy – 4 x annual salary
• Enhanced pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity package
• Companywide bonus scheme
• Laptop
• Bike to work 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 02393910037 to speak to Charlotte Jones who can tell you more.