Astute People Ltd

 

JOB TITLE:

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Test Engineer

Cell Leader

DEPARTMENT:

DATE:

Test

 

 

1.         REPORTING STRUCTURE

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Operations Director

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Manufacturing Manager

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Team Leader

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Test Engineer

 

2.         JOB PURPOSE

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To test and fault find all units made by Production or returned by DDC customers, to specification set by DDC engineers.

3.         KEY TASKS

(6 -10 main tasks within the job)

1. Tests units from production to ensure they meet specification.
2. Fault finds units that have failed to component level.
3. Maintains records for tracking units tested.
4. Assists Production staff to help repair units which have failed test.
5. Sends units to QA.
6. Arranges for outside testing as required.
7. Progress chases units through Production to meet required delivery dates.
8. Liaises with design of product and test specification changes.
9. Gives technical support to junior team members.
10. Ensures test equipment is within calibration.

 

 

 

 

 

4.         KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

(The minimum education, qualifications, training and experience to enable the job to be performed fully and effectively.  State which are essential and which are desirable)

           

Essential : Electronics C&G Parts 1/2 No. 224 or ONC Electronic Engineering

            Desirable :

Computer literate

1. FINANCIAL PARAMETERS (Budgets – state amount and whether accountability for or monitoring of, spending authority.  If not applicable to this job mark N/A)

 

1. DECISION MAKING,  AUTHORITY AND SCOPE FOR INITIATIVE AND CREATIVITY (Decisions the Jobholder can make without reference to anyone else, areas where recommendations can be made,  any set procedures to be followed)

Suggest future purchase of test equipment.

Prioritising jobs.

Following identification of a problem, reworking products to meet specification

Routine supervisory decisions on a day to day basis.

7.         IMPORTANT WORKING RELATIONSHIPS  

(list any important clients or contacts both internal and external to the Company)

            Internal :

• Power Supply Engineers/Sales staff for the day to day problems encountered with the testing of the units
• Production staff to Production Manager level to aid in the smooth flow of production units
• QA staff to aid in the smooth flow of production units
• Customer Services for on time repair and test

            External :

 

DECLARATION:

 The descriptions listed in this document provide an outline of the job requirements, they are not intended to be exhaustive and may be subject to change.      

 

 

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Astute’s Power team is partnering with a Principal Contractor in the renewable energy sector to recruit a Senior Project Manager with a civils bias for utility-scale solar farm projects on a long-term contract in the South/Southwest of England. The role comes with a negotiable day rate depending on experience. Key skills

• Proven experience delivering large-scale solar PV projects from pre-construction through to commissioning and handover, with a particular focus on civils works.
• Ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and resourcing to ensure successful delivery of solar developments.
• Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including subcontractors, civil engineers, and consultants.
• Ensure all project activities comply with relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations, company standards, and client requirements.
• Maintain clear and regular communication with stakeholders, clients, landowners, and grid operators throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage risk assessments, method statements (RAMS), and all associated project documentation.
• Oversee site activities including civil, electrical, and mechanical workstreams, ensuring integration and timely progress—with a particular emphasis on managing civils packages such as earthworks, access roads, drainage, and foundations.
• Chair project meetings, prepare progress reports, and address any delays or issues impacting delivery.
• Identify opportunities for optimisation and cost savings without compromising on safety or quality.
• Strong understanding of grid connection processes and DNO requirements.
• Familiarity with planning consent conditions and environmental compliance.
• Ensure quality assurance and handover documentation is complete and accurately recorded.
• Experience with NEC or similar contracts is highly advantageous.
• Solar industry experience is essential; battery storage experience would be beneficial.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Project Manager role

• South/Southwest of England
• Day rate negotiable
• 12–18 months (initial)
• Outside IR35

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy provider to recruit an EC&I Technician to work on a CHP plant in Seascale.  This crucial EC&I Technician has Monday to Friday working hours and the salary can be discussed upon application.  If you’re an EC&I Technician who has completed an apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification, submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Site Maintenance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Fault finding, installing and maintaining, instrumentation (pressure, temperature, flow and level) and control systems.
• Calibrations and loop checking of instruments relating to the sites DCS/control systems.
• Maintaining the continuous emission monitoring systems (CEMS)
• Assist in the development of plant modification and improvement work.
• Maintaining accurate maintenance records using the site CMMS
• Supervising and directing on site contractors when required
• Ensuring strict HSE compliance at all times.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A recognised EC&I engineering qualification such as NVQ Level 3 / HNC or equivalent
• Knowledge and understanding of maintenance on controls and instrumentation equipment
• Experience working in a maintenance position in a similar industry. 

    Personal skills The EC and I Technician role would suit someone who:  

• Has a positive attitude and is able to take initiative on site. 
• Adheres to SHEQ regulations. 
• Able to work Monday to Friday fixed hours. 

    Salary and benefits of the EC and I Technician role  

• Competitive Salary and benefits package 

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading energy from waste operator to recruit an Operations Manager for its Gloucester site.

The Operations Manager role comes with a salary of £56,080 to £70,100, a pension, and benefits.

If you’re an Operations Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that focuses on safe and compliant energy recovery, submit your CV to apply today.

 

Responsibilities and duties of the Operations Manager role Reporting to the General Manager you will:

• Lead health, safety, and environmental compliance, including risk assessments and incident reporting

• Manage and maintain the Safe System of Work in line with site rules

• Oversee operational performance, reliability, and plant availability

• Support and develop the Operations Team through supervision and training

• Ensure compliance with site permits and regulatory standards

• Collaborate with other departments to meet plant targets

• Manage operations during outages and unplanned events

• Deliver against departmental budgets and strategic plans

• Act as deputy for the General Manager when required

 

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering degree

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification

• At least five years’ experience in a supervisory operations or engineering role

• Understanding of health, safety, and environmental legislation

• Experience in steam-powered electricity generation or similar

 

Personal skills The Operations Manager role would suit someone who is:

• Able to lead teams and build strong working relationships

• Experienced in delivering performance improvements

• Comfortable using data to support decisions

• Confident managing contractors and external partners

 

Salary and benefits of the Operations Manager role

• Salary of £56,080 to £70,100

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Pension scheme

• Career development support

• Recognition and referral schemes

• Flexible benefits including retail savings, cycle scheme, and wellbeing services

Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting 5x Electrical Tester to join a Electrical Main Contractor on a new build Waste to Energy facility based in Chester, Cheshire for 4 months (possible extension)

The Electrical Tester position come with an hourly rate from £19 to £22 per hour. Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:

• Perform electrical inspection and testing (Initial Verification & Periodic) in accordance with BS 7671

• Complete test sheets and electrical installation condition reports (EICs, EICRs, MEWPs, etc.)

• Conduct dead and live testing (IR, continuity, Zs, ZsR1+R2, RCD, etc.)

• Identify faults, non-conformances, and complete remedial actions as needed

• Support site-wide QA and handover documentation (Red Line drawings, snag lists)

• Work closely with Supervisors, Commissioning Engineers, and QA team

• Maintain adherence to all site safety and permit systems

• Ensure compliance with IET Wiring Regulations (18th Edition)

Location, day rate and timeframe of the Electrician Tester positions:

• Chester, Cheshire
• £19 to £22 per hour (CIS)
• Immediate start date

Commissioning Engineer Role (minimum requirements)  Clearance Minimum requirements SC Key Knowledge and responsibilities:

• Assist Construction manager with  Supervision of on-site electrical installation works in line with project design documents and client standards.
• Reporting to commissioning manager regarding day to day activities
• Commissioning of PLC control systems, HMI and SCADA systems during initial commissioning (Siemens S7 - TIA).
• Working to in control panels to fault find or carry out modifications
• Conducted electrical testing, fault diagnosis, calibration, and instrument setup for plant and equipment. i.e pressure transducers, flow meters, differential pressure, vacuum systems and pneumatics.
• Experience in leak testing i.e Parjo testing, pressure drop testing
• Experience in load testing
• Working with and alongside various other trades during installation and commissioning of new plant and equipment
• Ensuring all customer and project requirements are met and exceeded during and after project completion.
• Carried out training of new/existing equipment during and after new/existing plant commissioning.
• Complete inspection and test documentation (ITPs) for installed systems.
• Record as-built information and progress on record drawings or relevant documentation.

Education: Industry Experience Apprenticeship in Engineering City & Guilds 2391-52 - Inspection and Testing City & Guilds 2382-22 - 18th Edition Wiring Regs CSCS Professional persons /ECS Electrical SMSTS (Desirable) First Aid at Work (3 day) Training required (onsite) Test team leader (TTL) Appointed persons (commissioning) (NP(C)) Electrical safety Training  

About the role: Astute’s Renewables Team is partnering exclusively with a key business and influential player in the UK Anaerobic Digestion market. The company are building an asset in the Northampton area and we're looking to crew up the plant.  We’re looking for motivated individuals who want to make a difference to the UK’s energy transition and who have experience in the anaerobic digestion sector. The Plant Supervisor role comes with an excellent salary, with overtime available and the chance to progress within the business and be the Plant Manager’s right-hand person. If you’re wanting to work for an emerging, key player in the UK biogas sector then please apply below. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Plant Manager you will:

• Supervising the operations crew on the anaerobic digestion plant on a day to day basis
• Support the Plant Manager to implement and achieve operational and personal targets
• Oversee and ensure the compliant operation of the asset
• Be the conduit between the operations team and the Plant Manager
• Deputise for the Plant Manager in their absence
• Maintain all relevant site health, safety, quality and environmental standards
• Assist with ensuring that operational budgets and forecasting is accurate, in order for it to be reported to senior management
• Perform continual site audits to ensure that the site is running to an excellent standard and always looking for ways to improve site operations
• Perform all duties an Operator would, leading from the front and upskilling and mentoring the team where possible
• Feeding the plant using a Telehandler
• Participate in an on-call rota (for which you’re paid)
• Other duties are required

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

• Telehandler licence is hugely preferred
• A recognised engineering qualification is preferred but not essential
• Supervisory experience is essential
• Experience in anaerobic digestion
• UK driving licence

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

• A problem-solver and self-starter
• Excellent verbal and written English language
• Someone hard-working who enjoys working outdoors

  Salary and benefits of the Plant Supervisor role:

• An excellent basic salary (to be discussed upon application)
• Overtime available
• Performance related bonus
• Company pension
• On call payments
• 25 days holiday

Operations & Maintenance Technician - Solar PV South Scotland £34,000 to £40,000 DOE + excellent benefits     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a an internationally recognised business in the energy sector who operate and maintain solar assets, as well as wind farms to recruit a Operations and Maintenance Technician to cover its south Scotland sites. The strategically important Operations and Maintenance Technician role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 plus Van and Fuel Card and Private Healthcare. If you’re a Operations and Maintenance Technician and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then upload your CV to apply today.       Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Area Supervisor you will:

• Taking primary on-site responsibility for plant performance, optimisation of the site and for maintaining equipment ‘up time’
• If a more Senior Technician, providing technical guidance and day to day training of the more junior Technicians
• Perform pre-planned and reactive maintenance works across their solar farms, including electrical maintenance, solar panel cleaning and HV maintenance if qualified
• Effectively help to resolve work tickers and report issues back to your Manager
• Liaising with internal and external teams, including in-house LV/HV personnel, the grounds team and external subcontractors when required
• Taking part in the company’s on-call rota for non-working hours (including Bank Holidays and weekends
• Other duties as required

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

• Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ qualification in Electrical Installations
• Procedure driven with a strong understanding of ISO9001 & ISO140001
• 5 Years+ experience in delivering large scale commercial solar projects (up to 4MW).
• Knowledge of the G99 process and liaising with DNO’s
• A strong awareness around PV products and suppliers
• Experience in managing teams of people.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills.

    Personal skills: The Operations and Maintenance Technician role would suit someone who is:

• 18th edition wiring regulations is desired (17th is essential)
• Experience in solar is preferred, but if not, a willingness to learn backed up by all of the necessary electrical qualifications
• City & Guilds Level 2 or 3 in Electrotechnical Technology (2330)
• HV AP15 or OP40 desirable but not essential
• IOSH or NEBOSH is desirable but not essential
• A full UK driving licence is essential

    Salary and benefits of the Operations and Maintenance Technician role:

• £3 4 ,000 to £40,000
• Private health insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a benefits portal
• 25 days holiday plus BH
• Other benefits to be discussed
• Van and fuel card

    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 07441391775 to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more.   INDREN

 

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading principal contractor within the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a BIM Programmer on a contract basis for its Northeast London site. The BIM Programmer role comes with a competitive day rate.                 Key skills  

• Develop programming solutions using C# and SQL.
• Work with Navisworks API and Revit API to customize and optimize workflows.
• Collaborate with the BIM team to implement Autodesk Forge solutions.
• Support BIM Manager with the integration of digital tools across projects.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the BIM Programmer role  

• Northeast of London
• Long term Contract
• Competitive Day Rate