Astute People Ltd

Astute’s EPC Contract Power team is partnering with a leading EPC Contractor to recruit an Administrator to join their fast paced team on a 3 months initial contract basis for their OCGT power plant in Stewartby, Bedfordshire.

The Administrator comes with a day rate from £150.00 to £160.00 per day. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:  

• Manage, upload, review, and maintain project documentation using the ProjectWise platform, ensuring documents are accurately stored and easily retrievable

• Support the administration and ongoing maintenance of Health & Safety (H&S) files, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and industry standards

• Control document versioning, naming conventions, and approval workflows to maintain document integrity

• Liaise with project teams, engineers, and contractors to collect, distribute, and track required documentation

• Ensure H&S documentation (RAMS, permits, certificates, training records, etc.) is complete, up to date, and correctly filed

• Monitor document registers and provide regular status updates and reports to the project team

• Carry out quality checks on documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance prior to submission

• Assist with audits and internal reviews by preparing and collating required documentation

• Maintain confidentiality and data security across all project and H&S information

• Provide general administrative support to the project team as required during the contract period

   

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Administrator position:

• Stewartby, Bedfordshire (UK wide position, remote working)
• £150.00 to £160.00 per day
• Start date - February 2026
• 3 months initial contract

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Assistant Document Controller £18-£20 per hour 3-6 month contract (Part Time) Berkshire Astute Technical are working with one of the UK’s leading engineering and construction businesses. Due to the growing project demands, they are looking for an Assistant Document Controller to support the wider administration team. Roles and Responsibilities As the Assistant Document Controller, you will be responsible for:

• The preparation and creation of project files both online and hard copy.
• Review and managing of technical drawings and project briefs.
• Copying, filing and transmitting site documentation.
• General support with administration tasks.

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

• At least 2 years’ experience working within a similar role
• Good communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail

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

• £18 - £20 per hour
• 3-6 month contract

How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 206 and ask to speak to Daniel Don who can tell you more.  

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Lead QA /QC Engineer on a 3-month contract basis on an outage in West Yorkshire starting in February 2026.   The Lead QA/QC Engineer role comes with an hourly rate of £40-45. Key skills required for the Lead QA/QC Engineer role  

• Pre-Outage activities will be to Perform vendor and workshop surveillance inspections for pressure part fabrication prior to outage mobilisations.

• Review fabrication documentation including ITPs, QCPs, WPS/PQRs, welder qualifications, and material certification packs.
• Verify material traceability (heat numbers, MTRs, PMI requirements) for pressure boundary components.
• Inspect fit-up, welding, dimensional compliance, and fabrication workmanship for boiler and piping components.
• Witness and review NDE activities (UT, RT, MT, PT) and ensure results meet acceptance criteria.
• Monitor fabrication hold/witness points in line with inspection and test plans (ITPs).
• Support FATs, punch list closeout, and release notes prior to shipment.
• On the outage you will be required to lead and coordinate the site QA/QC Engineers across multiple fronts.
• Inspect installation and repair works on boiler pressure parts including membrane walls, superheaters, economisers, headers, and pipework systems.
• Witness pressure testing activities, including hydrostatic tests and associated reinstatement checks.
• Review and approve inspection documentation for handover, including NDE reports, weld logs, and pressure test packs.
• Raise NCRs, manage quality issues, and ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed out effectively.
• Support final documentation turnover and completion dossiers for outage deliverables.
• Must be an experienced QA/QC engineer on pre and post outages or shutdowns on large industrial plants, preferably Waste to Energy and/or Power plants.
• Must have experience on vendor/manufacturing inspections and site outage inspection activities.

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Lead QA/QC Engineer role  

• West Yorkshire
• £40/45 per hour
• Feb 2026
• 3 Months

Water Treatment Technician

Bristol

Up to £25,000 + Van, Overtime & Package

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for Water Treatment Technician's to join the UK No.1 specialist of Water Treatment and Water Hygiene. Working as a Water Treatment Technician, this will see you travelling across Bristol and the surrounding areas.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Water Treatment Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Carrying out inspections on tanks and cooling towers across various sites
• Reporting on the condition of the tanks and cooling towers
• Carrying out small maintenance works and repairs
• Basic sampling, temperature monitoring and recording
• Monitoring of the pre-post chlorination of the cooling towers
• Carrying out TMV servicing
• Ensuring that all documentation is completed and compliant.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• A strong background of working within the water treatment industry
• Experience of working with cooling towers
• Knowledge of taking water treatment samples and carrying out inspections
• Previous plumbing experience would be ideal
• A DBS check is required for this position
• A relevant qualification is desirable

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Up to a £25,000 basic salary + overtime
• Company van, phone, and laptop
• Full training provided
• Fantastic company benefits
• Holiday package

 

How to Apply

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with Cladding company to recruit a Cladding Estimator on a long-term contract basis for its office in Stockton-on-Tess office, 5 days a week. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in estimating, ideally within cladding, façades, or similar construction packages. This is a great opportunity for a recently qualified estimator looking to further develop their career within a specialist cladding company.            Key skills  

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for cladding and façade projects
• Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to assess project scope and requirements
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations
• Work closely with project managers and design teams to ensure cost-effective solutions
• Support tender submissions and prepare detailed pricing breakdowns
• Maintain and update estimating databases and records

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Cladding Estimator role  

• Billingham, Stockton-on-Tees
• Immediate Start
• Long-term contract
• £275 per day

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading power generation company to recruit an Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Technician for their Biomass site in Chester on a contract basis for an immediate start.            Key skills  

• Act as the Electrical Duty Holder for the site, ensuring compliance with statutory and company requirements.
• Promote and support plant safety initiatives, including participation in Near Miss and Incident Investigations, and implement resulting recommendations.
• Ensure all Electrical, Control & Instrumentation (EC&I) assets comply with Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental standards, policies, and procedures.
• Develop, implement, and test software modules and control systems or equivalent platforms.
• Lead fault-finding and root cause investigations for EC&I systems to identify and resolve technical issues effectively.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including procedures, method statements, and technical guidance.
• Implement, maintain, and test SCADA systems, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity.
• Own and manage the Safety Instrumented System (SIS), including maintenance, proof testing, and performance verification.
• Support outage and maintenance activities, ensuring timely, safe, and compliant completion of all EC&I work, and maintain accurate reporting within the CMMS.
•  Must have experience in a relevant environment/sector (e.g. power station, chemical process)
• Must have worked with rotating machinery and Instrumentation.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the EC&I Technicians  

• Ince, Cheshire
• November 2025
• 3-6 Months minimum
• Competitive hourly rate
• Outside IR35

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor to recruit a M&E Quantity Surveyor on a 18-month contract for its site in West Midlands.             Key skills  

• Manage contract administration and procurement processes for M&E works.
• Perform regular cost monitoring and reporting throughout project lifecycle.
• Negotiate with contractors and suppliers to ensure best value for the organization.
• Assist in the preparation of final accounts and settlement of contractual claims.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in M&E quantity surveying.
• Utilize building information modelling (BIM) and 3D models to enhance accuracy and efficiency in quantity take-off.
• Experience within the EfW sector or similar industry highly beneficial.
• Must have worked extensively on M&E packages.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the M&E Quantity Surveyor role  

• West Midlands
• Outside IR35
• Competitive Day Rate
• Feb/March 2026
• 18-month minimum contract

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the world’s leading companies in the wind energy industry, setting new standards in technological design for more than 30 years. We are working together to recruit an Electrical Works Project Manager to support the planning and delivery of electrical infrastructure across wind farm projects. This role offers a salary of up to £80,000 plus car allowance, and flexible hybrid working options, alongside a strong benefits package. If you’re working in a similar role and looking to join a globally recognised organisation within a growing and innovative sector, please read on and apply below.   Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Project Manager role   Reporting to the Construction Manager you will:  

• Provide expert technical guidance to customers, sales teams, and utilities on electrical works matters.
• Collaborate with the Project team to prepare customer proposals, bills of quantities, and technical specifications for suppliers.
• Support the design and planning of network connections in coordination with network operators.
• Assist Sales during the project initiation phase with planning, scheduling, and scope alignment.
• Ensure all electrical works are specified and implemented in line with Health & Safety standards and technical requirements.
• Support the Commercial team with contract and claim management activities.
• Manage subcontractor negotiations and coordination.
• Monitor project delivery to identify and resolve additional costs, delays, and construction issues alongside the Construction Manager.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on project progress.
• Drive project optimization initiatives in collaboration with the General Project Manager and other stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers on all electrical matters throughout each project phase.
• Oversee work packages during the planning and installation of turbines, working closely with internal technical teams.

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or a minimum Level 3 / HNC Electrical Engineering with specialised experience in power generation.
• Experience in power generation and electrical power systems.
• High voltage distribution experience.
• Experience in the renewable energy sector is highly desirable.
• Project Management experience with an electrical or industrial focus.
• Strong understanding of SAP and SCADA systems is highly advantageous.
• Full, valid UK driving licence

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

• Able to work proactively, independently, or as part of a team.
• Willing to travel across the UK, Ireland, and internationally.
• Confident with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Self-assured and able to handle challenging situations.
• Proficient in IT.
• Comfortable working at height.

  Salary and benefits of the Electrical Project Manager role  

• Salary up to £80,000 depending on experience
• Car Allowance
• Training and Continuous Professional Development
• Flexible hybrid working (where applicable)
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme

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