Astute People Ltd

Business Development Manager

Waste Management

Greater London

£35,000 per annum + Car or Car allowance and Commission

 

Introduction…

 

Our client is a leading nationwide integrated waste management business providing collection, treatment, recycling, and technologically driven energy generation services across the UK. Our client is looking for a Business Development Manager to identify and drive new business activities within the commercial and industrial sectors.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing potential market opportunities and generating leads within the commercial and industrial sectors over telephone, LinkedIn, email campaigns and site visits
• Understanding of the commercial landscape for developing strong business pipelines, proactively selling profitable new business to achieve and exceed quarterly / annual new business targets.
• To manage proactively and reactively, the selling of profitable new business within the sales territory and identify new prospect lists for business opportunities
• Report call, lead, quote, and contract activity on to the Company Operating System
• Produce and present weekly, monthly, and quarterly personal performance to the Regional Sales Manager

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Excellent sales experience, developing, managing, and implementing new business services.
• Strong desire to exceed and generate business
• Ability to negotiate and strong selling skills.
• A full UK driving licence is essential
• An understanding of the waste industry would be desirable

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Basic salary of £35,000 per annum
• Uncapped commission
• Company car or car allowance
• Fantastic company benefits.

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391332 and ask to speak to Megan who can tell you more.

INDREC

Astute’s Nuclear Team is partnering with a growing Engineering Consultancy to recruit an MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer based in Milton Keynes.

This MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role offers a salary of up to £55,000, alongside a strong benefits package and the opportunity to work within a well-established consultancy delivering complex engineering solutions.

If you’re a capable engineer with a solid understanding of mechanical design processes within Building Engineering Services and are looking to grow alongside a developing consultancy, then submit your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties of the MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role

Within the role you will:

• Lead and carry out design reviews, including final Stage 3/4 reviews and contractor submissions
• Monitor installation works on site, ensuring compliance with design specifications and standards
• Liaise with clients and project stakeholders, providing updates and technical support
• Produce site reports and manage ongoing snagging through to final completion
• Develop and oversee Commissioning & Testing programmes and attend key sessions
• Track project changes, manage scope creep, and contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement processes

  Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Strong foundations in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering
• Knowledge of key health and safety legislation and best practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Experience using AutoCAD
• Awareness of current British and industry standards
• Up-to-date knowledge of IT systems, technical methodologies, and information sources

  Personal skills

The MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and compliance
• Organised and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Confident in both office and site-based environments
• A strong communicator with client-facing experience
• Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions
• Collaborative, with the ability to work effectively within a team

  Salary and benefits of the MEP Compliance & Commissioning Engineer role

• Salary up to £55,000
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Private healthcare
• Income protection
• Life cover
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects including automated warehousing and e-commerce distribution
• Clear career progression within a growing consultancy

#LI-AH1 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

Planner

 

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCUTRE

BUSINESS:  Hale Hamilton (Valves) Ltd

LOCATION:  Uxbridge, UK

DIRECT REPORTING: Sales, Inventory, Operations & Planning Manager, Operations

 

INTRODUCTION TO CIRCOR – HALE HAMILTON

 

About Hale Hamilton

Hale Hamilton is a world leader in the design, manufacture, supply and support of high-performance fluid control equipment, designed to perform under critical conditions of pressure and cleanliness, to satisfy demanding technical requirements worldwide to defence and industrial customers. Due to recent market growth we are expanding to bring in more talent to our Operations team, specifically in the Supply Chain.

Examples of our products include life-saving equipment for submariners, and high-pressure valves for renewable energy trailers.

 

POSITION DETAILS

Position Summary

The Planner will report to the Sales, Inventory, Operations & Planning Manager & have a collaborative approach working closely across the business with key process partners. This role is important to ensure the integrity of our MRP system, and thus make realistic and achievable plans. This ensures production has the required flow of materials to fulfil sales orders on time and in full to our customers.

Principal Activities

• Schedule supply of components and materials to meet production requirements.
• Ensure the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) is accurate and up to date and resolve issues through MRP message management using IFS software
• Schedule and control the supply of components to meet the assembly build plan requirements
• Manage stock levels, assessing and monitoring the volume requirements against planning assumptions and agreed targets
• Maintenance of shop order and customer order due dates to ensure ERP system integrity
• Carry out actions in relation to material shortages that affect production
• Create and update statistical reports and analysis
• To identify any risks to build and to work proactively to resolve issues with internal and external stakeholders
• Management of buffer stock through demand driven Materials Requirement Planning
• Work with key partners to proactively manage inventory, reducing the risk of aged / obsolete stock
• Product lead time management & critical path lead time analysis

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

 

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

 

• Proficient in MS Office particularly Excel – vlookup, pivot tables etc
• Fast learner able to work under their own initiative
• Process orientated
• Ability to analyse and develop accurate conclusions through critical thinking based on data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills presenting to all levels of the company
• Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, able to deal with conflict, personable and mature personality with a flexible approach to changing daily priorities
• Strong team-worker – ability to thrive in a small, closely-knit team
• Trained in or exposed to Lean / Six Sigma tools is desirable – 5 whys, Route Cause Corrective Action, Pareto principal

 

Education & Experience

• On the job training will be provided. Experience not a pre-requisite for a candidate who can demonstrate the right behaviours and attitude.
• University Degree in Supply Chain, Business or Engineering desirable
• Exposure to manufacturing, planning, MRP, ERP, factory office environment. IFS experience desirable.
• CPIM/ CSCP/ CPSM/ CIPS certified or other business-related qualification desirable but not a pre-requisite

Site Scaffolding Coordinator Start – ASAP Skelton Grange £40,000 - £50,000     Introduction We are currently recruiting for a Site Scaffolding Coordinator to join a Prestigious EPC in the UK and Overseas Energy Sector.     Roles & Responsibilities As the Site Scaffolding Coordinator, you will be responsible for:

• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to HSEQ
• Incorporate relevant HSEQ requirements into area of responsibility
• Review and ensure work is carried out in accordance with RAMS
• Ensure safety and HSE performance of personnel under control
• Ensure works executed in accordance with contract and project requirements
• Act as principal contact for coordination of scaffolding equipment
• Chair coordination meetings between contractors
• Ensure scaffolding operations planned and executed by competent persons
• Ensure scaffolding equipment positioned and installed to minimize risks
• Design and pre-plan scaffolds
• Oversee erection of scaffolds
• Inspect and document condition of scaffolds for safe occupation
• Train competent persons, scaffold erectors, and users
• Deliver Lessons Learned and feedback for future projects
• Keep Site Manager informed of site-related activities.

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

• CISRS Advanced scaffolding inspection
• 1 Day temporary works accredited training course
• Prior experience in a similar role on large construction projects
• Knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal and management system requirements
• SSSTS or equivalent
• Valid Safety Contractors Certificate (SCC), Safepass (ROI), CSCS or CCNSG card or equivalent
• Negotiation skills
• Proficient in English, with knowledge of other languages being an advantage.

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

• £40,000 - £50,000 salary
• Additional 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 074 8888 9339 to speak to Wynand / Vinnie who can tell you more.     INDEED REFERENCE  

Title                                                     Waste Management Consultant (Bristol/Gloucester)

Department                                       Consultancy

Line Manager                                    Head of Consultancy

 

INTRODUCTION

 

Astute are working with a European leader in nuclear dismantling and waste management who are currently looking for a Waste Management Consultant to join their team.

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

 

• Successful delivery of assignment Projects within the time, cost and quality constraints imposed.
• To provide technical environmental, waste management and characterisation services in support of all aspects of the Company’s business and fulfil specific contracts.
• Provide relevant input into business development elements as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Work as a member of a team/Project or where appropriate lead Consultancy projects in accordance with Cyclife UK Management arrangements
• Ensure the requirements of clients are understood, conducted and completed in accordance with arrangements
• To provide technical environmental, waste management and characterisation services in support of all aspects of the Company’s business and fulfil specific contracts.

TRAINING / QUALIFICATIONS    

 

• Degree or Equivalent (Essential)
• PHE Foundation in Radiological Protection / AURPO Certificate of Professional Development in Radiation Protection          
• C2 / C3 Training
• Hazardous Waste Legislation      
• Class 7 Consignor            
• LLWR Consignment Training / Waste Loading Plans          
• EDF LLW Practitioner Training    
• Risk Assessor Training   
• Competencies / Skills     
• Cyclife Process and Plant Knowledge      
• Radiation Protection Supervisor
• Gamma Spec     

               

 

 

EXPERIENCE OF (Essential):

 

Several Years’ experience in Environmental Safety Case and/or Waste Management and/or Decommissioning Environment (Ideally 5+)

 

 

BEHAVIOURS

 

People will be expected to demonstrate behaviours laid out in Cyclife Values and Behaviours which cover the following areas:

 

• Safety First
• Integrity
• Nuclear Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Extra Mile
• Enthusiasm
• Environmental Passion

 

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 

• Bristol or Gloucester location ideally though flexible as WFH with office visits 3-4 a month     
• Able to spend c. 3days/week on site (HPB), ideally able to commute on daily basis but could be negotiated for the right candidate
• £45-55,000 dependant on experience
• Excellent Pension and package

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391775 and ask to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more. INDREN

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading RC Framework contractor to recruit a Project Planner for its London site. The strategically important Project Planner role comes with a competitive salary, bonus scheme and private healthcare. If you’re a Project Planner and are looking to work for an organisation that offers a varied scope of projects from power to residential then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Preconstruction Manager you will:  

• Develop construction sequences and develop tender programmes using ASTA software
• Present tender programmes to internal directors prior to tender submission
• Collaborate with 3D BIM modeller to ensure tender programmes can be linked into BIM software and develop 3D timescales
• Assist with submission documents
• Provide preliminaries / resources to the estimating team
• Coordinate external graphics / model detailers for inclusions within submission document and post tender presentations
• Assist preconstruction lead in handovers to the operations.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Relevant qualification (HNC/HND or degree or similar experience)

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

• Previous site experience with a RC Frame contractor
• Project Manager or Site Engineer background
• Have the ability to prepare programmes and understand the planning process
• Have a track record of successful bid/tender delivery preferred

    Salary and benefits of the Planner role  

• Competitive salary
• Nonus Scheme
• Private healthcare
• Pension contribution

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