Astute People Ltd

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnered with a speciality lifting and handling equipment business, acting as the lifting principal contractor on Hinkley Point C. We are currently recruiting a Commissioning Engineer to commission, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems for overhead cranes and lifting equipment. You will work in a highly regulated and safety-critical environment, ensuring that all cranes are operational and meet stringent safety and performance standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with electrical commissioning, maintenance, and breakdown support for crane systems, particularly in industrial or nuclear environments. The role comes with a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and the opportunity to contribute to prestigious nuclear projects in the UK.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Commissioning Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Commission and test electrical systems for cranes, including troubleshooting motors, PLCs, and safety devices to meet design specs and regulatory standards.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical breakdowns, and provide emergency support as needed.
• Ensure all activities comply with nuclear safety regulations, participate in audits, and implement risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).
• Work with site engineers and contractors to coordinate tasks, provide technical support, and maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs.
• Complete all necessary documentation, including commissioning reports, maintenance logs, and compliance certification for regulatory compliance.

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

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years in commissioning or maintenance engineering, ideally with cranes or heavy industrial equipment, and preferably in nuclear or regulated environments.
• Expertise in commissioning, maintenance, and fault-finding of electrical systems (motors, PLCs, control panels) and familiarity with electrical codes and safety standards, particularly for nuclear sites.
• Compliance with electrical safety qualifications (e.g., 18th Edition Wiring Regulations) and site-specific safety training (e.g., nuclear access) is desirable.

    Personal skills The Commissioning Engineer role would suit someone who has:

• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, particularly for complex electrical faults.
• Ability to work well in a team environment, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to respond to emergency breakdowns and work outside regular working hours as required.
• The ability to obtain BPSS security clearance

    Salary and benefits of the Commissioning Engineer role

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Accommodation and travel allowances
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious nuclear projects with a leading contractor

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Hi Tim Just a bit of a summary from earlier today plus a couple of extras… Current positions: PV Engineers – ideally fully experienced in ground mounted utility scale solar sites, based in….

• Coventry – ideally south of Birmingham
• Tunbridge Wells/Polegate – somewhere in between ideal
• South West – no further west than Exeter
• Norwich – new position

Where it’s not possible to fill these roles with experienced individuals, they would consider taking on Technicians at a lower salary - £36k-£43k – so to have solar experience, in a commercial setting. We also have:

• Solar Project Technician for the West of the country – ideally south west again no further than Exeter

This role was only advertised on Indeed and internally and has not generated any suitable candidates. There are bigger plans for the O&M team to split into 5 regions, North, South, East, West and Wales – with Team Leaders managing each region, so this will mean smaller areas to cover for our engineers and techs and more chance for succession. In December we are expecting a further 15 PV Engineer/Tech type roles to be approved, so if you see anyone with experience from any area, it’s best to send them over just in case. I have attached the job descriptions for the roles, but if you have any questions please let me know. Engineer and Tech are same JD, The hiring manager is Marc Poulton – Head of Technical, he usually does a quick screening call with candidates first before deciding if they should progress to a formal interview.  

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Energy from Waste company to recruit an EC&I Technician for its site in Milton Keynes.  The EC&I Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £48,000 to £54,000 + benefits package.   If you’re an EC&I Technician with experience on heavy industrial sites and are looking for work then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting directly to the Maintenance Manager, you will be responsible for:  

• Fault finding, installing and maintaining electrical systems, 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:   •    Certificate in Safety Instrumented Systems •    Recognised EC&I Apprenticeship Scheme •    ONC/HNC in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering or equivalent       Personal skills The EC&I Technician would suit someone who is:  

• Ability to work well alone or in a team
• Is results focused and can deliver accurate results on time.
• Has strong written and verbal communication skills.

    Salary and benefits of the EC&I Technician role  

• Up to £54,000 
• Benefits package
• Opportunity to join an Energy from Waste site.

Process Engineer – Anaerobic Digestion Comprehensive salary and package, including car allowance and benefits Leamington Spa (other locations available, please enquire) We are, ideally, looking for more senior level Process Engineers but would welcome interest from all levels. 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 seeking a Process Engineer to join them to develop and build a portfolio of multi-year contracts and projects in the UK. If you’re wanting to work for an emerging, key player in the UK biogas sector and be a part of this best in class team and company, then please apply below. Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Head of Engineering you will:

• Lead the process and mechanical engineering on new build anaerobic digestion projects from feasibility stages to performance testing and into operations
• Produce various technical documents, including mass balances, process calculations, process flow diagrams, P&IDs as well as heat and energy balances
• Prepare technical specifications and advise with engineering decision-making and justification
• Take the lead during project phase, chairing internal and external engineering reviews
• Coordinate and liaise with suppliers, specialist subcontractors and internal and external stakeholders, representing the client with the utmost integrity
• Compile and collate final documentation, as built drawings and test sheets for O&M manuals
• Manage and oversee the production of QA documentation, including FAT documentation and more
• Other duties are required

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

• A degree in a relevant field, ie a relevant engineering of chemical degree
• Experience in anaerobic digestion, biomethane/biogas, biomethane injection or liquid organic waste management would be highly desirable
• Process review experience and experience with HAZOPs, ALMs and DSEAR regulations
• Knowledge of CAD and 3D modelling would be advantageous but not essential
• UK driving licence

 Salary and benefits of the Plant Manager role:

• Comprehensive financial package
• Performance related bonus
• Company pension
• Excellent career progression
• 25 days holiday

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 07458161788 to speak to Tim Norford who can tell you more.    

Quality Inspector

Hinkley Point C - Bridgewater

Permanent role £23.91ph

Astute are proudly partnered with a leading company that are a combination of 3 business units: Engineering, Manufacturing and Support, all involved in metal working and design. Our client is looking for a Quality inspector to ensure the high level of quality standards are maintained and in accordance with the relevant requirements for a Nuclear Power Station.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Quality Inspector, you will be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance to quality management systems, policies and procedures to assure compliance to ISO 9001 standards
• Liaising with internal and external customers on quality concerns
• Coordinating monthly review and reporting of progress against quality improvement plans
• Monitoring sub-contractors and inspection activities
• Undertaking project work on topics including, quality plan, procedure writing, problem solving, investigation reporting, audit and governance programmes
• Keeping measurement equipment in working condition by following operating instructions
• Exchanging with the client quality inspector
• Dealing with document inspection results

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline
• Sound welding knowledge
• Experience of developing and implementing processes and procedures

• A good understanding of FIDIC and or NEC3 contracts.

• Proven experience as a Quality Inspector
• CSWIP Level 2 Welding Inspection

 

Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

• Lots of overtime
• Opportunity for progression and growth
• An exciting opportunity to work within the nuclear power sector
• Accommodation and site benefits included

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 92 288207 and ask to speak to Lisa Parfitt who can tell you more.

Site Operative 

Plastics Recycling Avonmouth Up to £29,900 ( 4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Site Operative to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists in the UK. Working at their Plastic Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, the Site Operative will be responsible for supporting with the operating, inspecting and maintenance of static and mobile plant on-site. You will be carrying out duties related to the movement, loading and unloading of Plastic Reyclling Materials as well as supporting with site maintenance and general yard activities. 

This role involves working a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

The Role:

Working as a Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

• Picking, cleaning and supporting site based duties
• Operating, Inspecting and Maintaining Forklift and Telehandler plant on-site.
• Carrying out activities to move, sort and segregate waste materials at the waste recycling facility.
• Loading and unloading of materials for transport to and from the site.
• Occasional cover at other waste facilities as required.

This role involves working a rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

The Candidate

To be considered you should have experience in the below:

• Operation of a Forklift in a previous position.
• Valid plant operation tickets or in-house training is preferred.
• Experience working in a site-based role.
• Comfortable working in a waste management/ recycling industry

 

To Apply

To apply for this position, please forward your CV to Gemma Nixon at [email protected] or call 02392 222 964.

Site Operative

Plastics Recycling

Avonmouth

£34,000 basic salary (4 on 4 off - Days & Nights)

 

Introduction

We are currently looking for a Level 3 Site Operative to join one of the leading Waste Management specialists in the UK. Working at their Plastic Recycling Facility in Avonmouth, the Site Operative will be responsible for supporting with the operating, inspecting and maintenance of static and mobile plant on-site.

This role involves working a 4 on 4 off rotating shift pattern including night shifts, please only apply is this is suitable.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Level 3 Site Operative, you will be responsible for:

• Operation of multiple machines involved in the recycling of plastics, mainly Extruders
• Cleaning and performing basic maintenance tasks on machinery
• Undertaking basic fault finding on machinery
• Occasional cover at other waste facilities as required.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Previous experience of operating mobile plant
• Demonstrable experience working in a production environment (ideally recycling)
• Experience operating an Extruder (desirable)
• Strong understanding of health and safety

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £34,000 basic salary
• 10% annual bonus
• Fantastic company benefits
• Opportunity to work for an industry leader

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Hannah Rymill on 02393 911 227 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Project Manager – Power Generation Competitive Salary + excellent benefits package UK Wide – flexible on base location

Introduction

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join the Projects and Engineering department for a market leading company within the Energy sector with innovative strategies in relation to decarbonisation and cleaner technologies.

Roles & Responsibilities

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for…

• Deliver the project within the timescale and budget as per the company’s business plan.
• Coordinating with the EPC during the design, construction, commissioning, and start-up of the plant as well as ensuring adherence and compliance with the contract terms.
• Manager and coordinate activities of the internal multi-disciplinary team of project engineers
• Regularly liaising with and managing all relevant stakeholders throughout the project
• Ensure a smooth handover to the operations and maintenance team including all relevant documentation.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a relevant discipline
• Chartered Engineer preferred or willing to work towards
• Proven experience working on Process, Power or large scale Industrial / Manufacturing plant.
• Proven experience of managing projects with multiple stakeholder interfaces across the full project life cycle using and managing EPC/EPCM Contractors
• Good knowledge, experience and understanding of different forms of Contracts
• Commercial and Financial acumen

Salary & Benefits

• An Excellent basic salary which will vary depending on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Share options
• Excellent pension
• Other company benefits

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send an updated CV along with a brief Cover Letter to [email protected] or dial 02393 919 496, and ask to speak to Wynand / Vinnie who can tell you more

Design Engineer Salary - £40,000 - £45,000 Location – Stone, Staffordshire Start date - Immediate

The Role We are recruiting for a Design Engineer. Who has had experience working in the Recycling, Power Generation & Water Treatment.  You will be responsible in delivering 3D and detailed designs from concept to production.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Delivery 3D and detail designs in a timely fashion
• Be comfortable liaising with clients & vendors
• The ability to visit site and carry out site surveys
• Be able to manage client’s expectations to achieve maximum satisfaction
• You will be responsible delivering the project in the most cost-effective manner

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Experience within design and manufacture industries
• Have experienced working with AutoCAD & Advance Steel
• You would have worked with Navisworks & Vault
• Produce G.A and Detailed Drawings
• Be comfortable carrying out site surveys.
• Fine eye for detail
• Be able to complete and manage own workload in a timely fashion.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• 3-month probation

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 9222 1600 and ask to speak to James Sneller who can tell you more.