Astute People Ltd

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

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
• Keeps the Site Manager 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 with previous experience in supervising Steel Structure builds and Ducting
• 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

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Site Scheduler on a 12-month contract for its Kent site.    The Site Scheduler role comes with a competitive day rate.       Key skills    

• Be aware of all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements relevant to their role, and implements and complies with them
• Generates accurate Site System Time Schedules (S-STS) for the execution phase on site, based on an overall project time schedule
• Builds a Site System Time Schedule as an integrated construction project
• Controls schedule, based on contract scope requirements. This should Thr The establish optimal work sequences, in co-operation with all those involved in the scope
• Integrates all activities for the M&E construction and commissioning functions
• Manages schedules between internal partners, customers if applicable, consortium and external partners
• Supports the Construction Manager by collection of on-site progress reports
• Recommends improvements where the site incurs expected delays
• Follows the monthly update of S-STS through construction execution, expedite Site issues in conjunction with supervisors and/or functional groups as required
• Updates, prepares and delivers S-STS weekly/monthly schedule progress reports as required by the project
• Advises Site Manager / Site Coordinator and other functional Site Team members of status and recommended strategies to respond to identified risks and opportunities

      Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Site Scheduler role    

• Kent
• 12 Months Minimum 

 

Operations Supervisor Waste Management

Paisley

£35,000 per annum + package

 

Introduction…

 

We are currently recruiting for an experienced on-site Operations Manager to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists working within the Hazardous Waste sector across the UK. They are looking for an Operations Manager to join their established team at their processing facility in Paisley to support their hazardous waste treatment operations and industrial cleaning services, supporting the daily running of the site and its teams.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Operations Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

• Supervising the safe, compliance and commercially sound day to day running of a busy hazardous waste treatment facility.
• The overall supervision of all waste acceptance operations, including the recording and monitoring of waste inputs, the full processing operation, and the movement of waste off-site.
• Ensuring complete site compliance within environmental permits, operating licences and waste regulations as well as managing all health and safety on-
• Provide Health and Safety leadership on site. Including championing and driving the Health and Safety culture across all site staff and visitors.
• Supervision of the plant and equipment, ensuring they are maintained and operated in line with regulations and company policy.
• Support all teams on-site, managing both the administration function and the site chemist functions as part of the site compliance package. Ensuring lab techniques are maintained to industry standards and waste reception inputs are managed.
• Support team development and highlight training requirements where necessary, creating, and leading continuous improvement programmes.
• Developing and maintaining good working relationships with the customer base, acting as the escalation point of contact for the assessment and delivery of customer requirements.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Previous operations management/supervisory experience, ideally within the Waste Management or Hazardous Waste Industry.
• A HND qualification or equivalent in Chemistry and have a good understanding of chemistry/chemical management and industrial services.
• COTC Level 4 in the Treatment and Transfer of Hazardous Waste and ideally hold an IOSH certification.
• In-depth understanding of Health, Safety and Environmental Compliance and be flexible in your attitude to work.

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive salary of up to £35,000 per annum
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Opportunity to work with one of the industry leaders in Waste Management

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Megan Balmer on 0744139 1332 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

 

Electrical Supervisor - Construction UK Wide £40,000 - £50,000 DOE     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading EPC company in the renewable energy sector, to support with a pipeline of utility scale solar site constructions across the UK. The Electrical Supervisor role comes with a salary between £40,000 - £50,000 + KPI driven bonus and other company benefits with excellent development and progression opportunities. If you’re a qualified Electrician with excellent understanding of installation works and are looking to work for an organisation that is a leader in the renewable energy sector, then upload your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Site Manager you will:

• Plan, supervise and coordinate subcontractors performing electrical construction works.
• Review electrical installation works carried out against specifications, supplier manuals and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure all team has relevant training, tools, and equipment.
• Complete Construction site documentation in a timely manner.
• Ensure all HSQE is maintained to the highest standards and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations and task specific RAMS.
• Review works in accordance with inspection and test plans.
• Identify and escalate any NCR’s or risks to budget, programme or quality to Site or Project Management teams.
• Review and check material deliveries.

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

• Qualified electrician, BS7671 17th or 18th edition.
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation/ Maintenance.
• C&G 2391 Inspection and Testing highly desirable.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification is highly desirable.

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

• Experience in Renewable Energy technologies in the UK, specifically Solar PV/ Battery Storage is highly advantageous.
• Desire to work for a leader in renewable energy, or international company.
• Clean UK driving license.

    Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role:

• Salary from £40,000 - £50,000 DOE.
• 7.5% KPI driven bonus.
• Mobile, PC, PPE.
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Company benefits.

    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 07458 142487 to speak to Harry Slade who can tell you more.   INDREN

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Principal Contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Civil Design Coordinator for its West Midlands site. The Civil Design Coordinator role comes with a salary of £55,000-£60,000, pension, life and disability insurance and other bonus packages. If you’re a Civil Design Coordinator and are looking to work for an organisation that is at the forefront of renewable energy then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Working with the Lead Civil Engineer you will:  

• Be responsible for managing the design processes of subcontractors within the civil works on site.

• Be responsible for the civil works to be executed in accordance with the contract, and conform with project time, budget, HSE and quality requirements.

• Be responsible for managing the design interface with external and/or in-house design teams and you pro-actively establish the design release schedule and monitor the design progress to ensure agreed target milestones are met and mitigate risk and delays.

• Be able evaluate the design provided by others and facilitate technically profound construction solutions with consideration to the complexity of works.

• Represent the civil design department, when necessary, at internal and external meetings with limited travelling (up to 10% of your time).

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or Structural Engineering or architecture.

• Hold at least 5 years’ experience in the construction industry (preferably Energy from Waste).

• Hold strong experience in civil project management and design coordination.

Personal skills The Civil Design Coordinator role would suit someone who is:  

• A forward planner, solution orientated and strong communicator.

• Holds good negotiation skills and structure to their work.

Salary and benefits of the Civil Design Coordinator role  

• £55,000-£60,000

• Annual performance and bonus awards

• Pension Scheme

• Life, Disability and private medical insurance

• Career path options

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

Assistant Site Manager– Solar

Hook

£35,000- £45,000

 

 

Introduction

Astute are proud to be partnering with one of the worlds leading EPC service providers of solar powered plants. Since they were founded in 2001, they have installed over 480 PV systems with an output of 4 GW. The client has an exciting opportunity as an assistant project manager to support on the site management of both Solar PV and battery storage projects.

 

 

               

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting to the Head of Project Management you will be responsible for:

·         Supporting the site manager on both Solar PV and Battery Storage projects.

·         Ensuring quality standards and contractual requirements are met.

·         Coordination of sub-contractors.

·         To make sure all HSQE standards are met.

·         Preparation of site documentation for project handovers

·         To identity and mitigate any risk to the budget, quality or programme.

·         Coordinate logistics and manage materials.

 

 

 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

·         Experience of working within the solar sector, or renewable sector

·         Previous site management experience

·         SMSTS or SSSTS training

·         CSCS card

·         Excellent communication skills, both verbally and written

 

 

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

·         £35,000- £45,000

·         KPI driven bonus

·         Pension

·         4 x life cover

·         33 days holiday (including BH)

·         Mobile/PC/ PPE provided

 

 

 

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 03333 074 887 to speak to Maddy Smith who can tell you more.

 

 

INDREN

Principal Process Engineer Stockton-on-Tees Salary – Competitive, plus benefits     About the role: Astute's Power team is partnering with one of the leading process, energy and industrial providers, who operate a portfolio of the UKs key strategic sites including power plants and gas terminals. They are looking to recruit a Principal Process Engineer for their chemical facility in Stockton-on-Tees. It is the responsibility of the Principal Process Engineer to support the delivery of defined engineering tasks for minor modifications and projects If you have a background working in a Chemical Engineering background or a similar environment and are looking to work for an organisation that is passionate about energy, then upload your CV to today.     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Principal Process Engineer you will:

• Able to provide technical expertise to the resolution of technical queries ensuring that all design changes are captured by the change control process.
• Ensuring that all work complies with the contract Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures in line with industry standards.
• Support the delivery of defined engineering tasks for minor modifications and projects to the highest standards complying with legal obligations and client statement of requirements

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

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant engineering discipline or Higher BTEC qualification.
• Experience supporting projects during the full life-cycle including Pre-FEEDs, FEEDs and EPC phases within the chemicals, petrochemicals, oil and gas, and power generation industries.

    Personal skills: The Principal Process Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Previous experience in a similar oil and gas environment
• Engineering/Process Engineer background is highly desired
• Great work ethic

    Salary and benefits of the Operator role:

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Holiday pay
• Other benefits discussed at interview

    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 391887 to speak to Rich Hambry who can tell you more.   INDPOW