Astute People Ltd

Graduate HSEQ Advisor Waste Management

Midlands/North East/Scotland (mobile role)

£25,000 DOE + Car allowance

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Graduate HSEQ Advisor to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management solutions and Industrial Services across the UK as part of their core team, supporting operations within the Corporate Stewardship team. Working as the HSEQ Advisor, you will be responsible for supporting operations maintain high standards of safety, general health, and environmental compliance.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Graduate HSEQ Advisor, you will be responsible for:

• Proactively support and embed a proactive safety culture through positive engagement on site and throughout operations.
• Provide HSEQ support and advice to the business operations as specified by the Group Head of HSEQ to ensure compliance and standards are maintained; and promote procedural changes to align with good, safe working practices.
• To assist operational teams, develop risk assessments and safe systems of work (RIPS scheme).
• To undertake documented HSEQ inspections and audit against IMS procedures for the business.
• Liaison with external auditors and helping the company to maintain required certification and accreditation.
• Assist with close-out of HSEQ queries from both internal and external sources.
• Use site visits to gather and promote best practice across the Group.
• Provide support to development of risk assessment, method statements, procedures and permit application supporting documentation.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree in a technical, engineering or science discipline (or equivalent)
• NEBOSH (or equivalent)
• Environmental awareness training
• Articulate and able to write clearly and concisely using factual based observation.
• Understanding of environmental compliance and regulations impacting the waste sector.
• Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Experience working within a HSEQ role or working with auditing/implementing management systems.
• Full UK driving licence, willingness to travel to our sites across England and Scotland and access to a vehicle.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Salary up to £25,000 per annum
• Car allowance and competitive package
• Full training and support

How to Apply

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

Solar PV Engineer Location – Cambridge OR Bury St Edmunds Package - £30k - £38k + Benefits     Introduction Astute are supporting one of the leading EPC service providers in the development, construction and operation of solar plants. With an exciting and structured growth plan in place, 2  Solar PV Engineers opportunities exist to provide routine maintenance, testing and remedial work on solar PV systems either alone or as part of a team.                     Roles & Responsibilities As Solar PV Engineer, you will be responsible for:  

• Responsible for complying with company procedures.
• Responsible for performing Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan.
• Responsible for performing Corrective Maintenance as occurs.
• Reporting of activities performed on site, upon any site visit and on a daily basis, through online reporting system.
• Understanding Job specific risk assessments, Report all near misses to manager
• Alert the manager of any issues

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

• Minimum of Level 2 City & Guild qualification in Electrical Installations.
• C&G 2382-18 preferable
• PV O/M experience

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

• £30k - £38k basic
• Bonus
• Pension/Health cover/Life cover
• 33 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Vehicle/Mobile/IT/Mobile/PPE
• Weekend rota, 2 weekends per month earning an additional £6kpa

    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 023 93 911 007 to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.     INDREN  

Position Title: Grid Co-ordinator / Battery Energy Storage Systems Project Manager Company: CleanEarth Energy  Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 pa    Location: Wadebridge, Cornwall    Duration: Full-time  Closing date: Open ended     Company background:   Clean Earth design, build, and operate Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Wind Turbine renewable energy systems throughout the United Kingdom.  Founded in 2010, our industry-leading in-house team of engineers, planners and project managers provide a complete turn key solution for land owners, SMEs and large corporates, incorporating every aspect of the project development process and ensuring Clean Earth are always one step ahead.  This unique approach allows Clean Earth to tackle every project head-on, with the in-house resources to provide a truly holistic service.  Job Description:  Successful applicants will join the existing planning team.  Responsibilities will include: 

• Project management of renewable energy sites – predominantly Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). 
• Site identification for BESS and generation of pipeline growth.
• Liaising with clients, DNOs, Local Planning Authorities and external consultants. 
• Knowledge and understanding of BESS and be able to present proposals internally and externally. 
• Coordination and preparation of EIA and non-EIA planning applications - writing Environmental Statements and Planning Statements. 
• Completing site visits to assess the suitability for BESS installations.
• Ensuring a collaborative relationship with landowners and build relationships with new potential clients.
• Liaising with statutory and non-statutory consultees. 
• Be solution focused and goal oriented.
• Organising and running stakeholder workshops and pre-application consultations. 

  Essential Requirements:   

• Methodical, accurate and process focused approach. 
• Excellent communication and organisational skills. 
• Excelled report-writing skills.
• Proficiency with Excel. 

Strong Preference:  

• Planning experience.

Desired Skills and Qualifications:  

• Renewable energy industry knowledge and experience, with a particular focus on BESS.
• Experience using ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
• Associate membership of RTPI/ IEMA useful. 
• Driving License. 

Astute’s Nuclear team are exclusively partnering with a world leader in the field of cable and pipe seals and are looking to recruit a Technical Sales Manager to join their growing business in their Power and Process sector. The Technical Sales professional is key to further developing their Process Industry market across the Central Belt of Scotland and the North. The role will be varied in focus, covering both engineering specification with leading industry design companies, but also extending to both owners and contractors involved in operating and constructing projects in their chosen markets and applications. This position comes with a salary of up to £55,000, company vehicle and a bonus scheme of 20%-40% based on personal and company performance. If you’re a successful Salesperson and are looking to work for an organisation that values their staff and provides growth opportunities, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Technical Sales Manager you will:  

• Identify and engage with UK DNO companies and process industry projects, building brand awareness and securing specifications to drive sales.
• Develop new business opportunities from initial contact through to inclusion on client-approved lists and maintain existing relationships.
• Present the company’s’ solutions to key decision-makers through technical presentations, site visits, and training.
• Drive sustainable growth via targeted sales plans and world-class project support.
• Use CRM for customer management, provide market insights, and offer pre-sales technical advice.

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

• University degree or equivalent, or sufficient industry experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in selling technical solutions to decision-makers, with existing relationships in target sectors.
• Strong understanding of civil construction, electrical, controls, automation, and mechanical systems in relevant markets.
• Ability to develop structured plans, engage new prospects, and manage long-term sales projects.
• Proven experience in providing technical support and application surveying, with a strong understanding of Ex standards, particularly in relation to enclosures and cable glands.
• Successful track record of selling premium solutions in competitive environments, with in-depth knowledge of the UK DNO market.

    Personal skills: The Technical Sales Manager role would suit someone who has:  

• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to present solutions, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

    Salary and benefits of the Senior Mechanical Engineer role:  

• Salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience
• 20% – 40% bonus structure based on individual and company performance
• Company car
• Development opportunities
• Double pay on your third year anniversary month!

INDNUC

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with a leading provider in the nuclear energy sector to recruit a Design Lead for its Bristol site. The pivotal Design Lead role comes with a salary up to £75,000, a comprehensive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth. If you’re passionate about innovation, sustainability, and contributing to a safer and cleaner energy future, this is your chance to join a company committed to excellence and advancing nuclear technology worldwide. Explore the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, integrity, and the pursuit of cutting-edge solutions. Submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Manager you will:  

• Develop the overall design of the modular plant, considering cost, risk, and timelines.
• Establish and manage system specifications, ensuring all technical requirements are met.
• Lead technical and system reviews to ensure design and operational criteria are achieved.
• Analyse and manage change requests, assessing their impact on the project scope and timeline.
• Integrate lessons learned from past projects to improve technical solutions.
• Coordinate the configuration and integration of systems, ensuring smooth operation.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure technical consistency across project activities.
• Collaborate with the project control team to align costs, schedules, and quality standards.
• Represent the company in technical discussions with stakeholders and authorities.
• Plan for all project stages, from design to decommissioning, ensuring long-term project success

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• A degree in process engineering, industrial engineering or mechanical engineering
• 10 years’ experience in design engineering
• You will come from a heavy industrial facility i.e. plant, lab, reactors, manufacturing
• 5 years’ experience of technical management  

Personal skills The Design Lead role would suit someone who is:  

• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

Salary and benefits of the Design Lead role  

• Salary up to £75,000
• 25 days annual leave per year raising to 28
• 8% Employer pension contribution
• Individual and family private health care
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Income Protection

   

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with an international leader in nuclear power to recruit an Environmental Engineer for its Bristol based office. Working on Sizewell C and Hinkley Point C, you will ensure the designs meets required regulations and standards, compliant with the UK’s Nuclear and Environmental Legislation. The Environmental Engineer role comes with a base salary up to £65,000 with life assurance, professional body memberships, 9% minimum pension (8% ER contributions) and 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays. If you’re an Environmental Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that specialise in the nuclear steam supply systems with a 50+ year history, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Environmental Manager you will:

• Contribute and manage topics relating to environmental matters for systems and buildings within the designs.
• Support in the design process, construction, and commissioning phases with technical requests and design changed.
• Review reports in conjunction with other design entities.
• Involvement in Assessment Findings from regulators.
• Support systems engineering and layout engineering departments to ensure functional requirements, waste streams, and other environmental monitoring topics.
• Oversee the Chemical Production Inventory and COMAH justifications.

    Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Educated to a degree level in environmental related topics, e.g sustainability, environmental engineering, ecology, geology.

    Personal skills The Environmental Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Experienced working in an Environmental position within Engineering projects.
• Knowledge of environmental implementation requirements and environmental studies.

    Salary and benefits of the Environmental Engineer role  

• A base salary up to £65,000
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (33 in total), rising to 28 days.
• Pension (starting at 9%)
• Individual and family private healthcare (inc partner and children up to 24 years old)
• Life assurance 4x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Income Protection
• Professional Body Membership
• Access to training and Development opportunities.

 

Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with a world class engineering company providing products and services to meet the needs of their customers for engineered solutions to high temperature/thermal engineering problems. They are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for its Hinkley Point C project on a full time, permanent basis.

 

The Senior Quantity Surveyor role is pivotal to the site operations and comes with a base salary of £83 – £90,000, overtime, accommodation allowances, travel expenses, and 28 days annual leave + bank holidays.

 

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that adaptably works around their employees needs, then submit your CV to apply today.

 

 

Responsibilities and duties

• Lead and manage the commercial function from procurement through to final account.
• Work closely with the Senior Project Manager on day-to-day contract administration.
• Oversee variation processes, claims, and dispute resolution—NEC contract experience essential.
• Provide cost forecasts, monitor budgets, and manage project cash flow.
• Administer and manage valuations, applications, invoicing, and subcontractor account reviews.
• Maintain the risk register and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with the wider team.
• Proactively manage relationships with clients, legal advisors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Report on commercial KPIs and provide regular updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance and project-specific contractual obligations.
• Provide expert contractual advice to minimise liabilities and support project compliance

 

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional chartership/membership preferred (e.g., RICS, CIOB).
• Experience in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, rail, or major civil engineering projects.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC3 contracts and construction law.
• Demonstrated ability to manage financial aspects, contract negotiations, and commercial risk.
• Experienced working in Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors is highly desirable.

 

Personal skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability and decision-making skills.
• Effective under pressure, able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

 

Salary and benefits of the Senior Quantity Surveyor role

• Base salary ranging from £83,000 - £90,000 depending on experience
• Overtime opportunity
• Accommodation and travel allowances
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Astute’s Nuclear team is exclusively partnering with Ludlum Systems, a leading radiometric protection provider, to recruit a Technical Sales Executive to drive sales of all products in the UK market, specifically targeting the medical and pharmaceutical sectors, scrap and recycling industries, industrial Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), universities and security. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of radiation physics and be able to develop and maintain key relationships with clients across these diverse markets. The Technical Sales Executive will play a key role in driving revenue growth, expanding market presence, and enhancing brand visibility.  The role comes with a salary of £45,000, up to 10% annual bonus, £6,000 car allowance and more. If you’re a Technical Sales Executive and are looking to work for an organisation that believes their people are the key to success, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: As the Sales Executive you will:  

• Develop and implement a sales strategy to achieve revenue targets in the medical and pharmaceuticals market, scrap and recycling sectors, industrial NDT, academic institutions, security.
• Identify and prioritise target clients, understand their needs, and tailor product offerings to provide the best solutions.
• Act as the main point of contact for these customers, providing excellent service, resolving issues, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Engage in active business development activities to expand the company's presence and drive sales growth
• Prepare regular sales reports, forecasts, and market feedback to inform decision-making and strategy development.
• Provide technical guidance and product demonstrations to customers to showcase the benefits and features of our offerings.
• Develop a deep understanding of the company's product range and its applications in various sectors.

    Professional qualifications: We’re looking for someone who can bring either proven sales ability or strong technical expertise to this role. There are two routes to fit:

• You may have a background in sales — ideally within the nuclear industry or related sectors such as medical, pharmaceuticals, recycling, industrial NDT, security, or government — with at least a basic understanding of radiation physics.
• Or you may be a technician or engineer with hands-on experience in radiometric instrumentation and a solid knowledge of radiation physics, now ready to move into a more client-facing position.

Whichever route you come from, what matters most is the ability to quickly understand complex products and services, and communicate them with confidence to clients. This is a home-based role with regular travel across the UK to meet clients, attend industry events, and represent the company at trade shows and exhibitions. You’ll need to be eligible for Security Clearance, and experience in Radiation Protection or Health Physics would be an advantage. If you’re looking for a role where you can combine your technical knowledge with client interaction, and play a key part in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.     Personal skills The Mechanical Fitter role would suit someone who has:

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts clearly and confidently
• Strong relationship-building skills, focused on developing and maintaining long-term client partnerships
• Self-motivated and well-organised, able to manage a home-based role with regular UK travel
• Curious and eager to learn, with the ability to quickly grasp new technical knowledge and apply it in client conversations

    Salary and benefits of the Technical Sales Executive role

• Salary of up to £45,000
• £520 pm car allowance
• 10% annual bonus
• Internal and external training provided
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company progression