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Electrical Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Electrical Engineer Energy from Waste Northwich, UK Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 D.O.E     Introduction The Electrical Engineer functions in a mid-level engineer capacity, or technical specialist. Under general supervision, performs all aspects of conventional design engineering and analysis. Broadens knowledge and skill set in area of discipline. May start to expand knowledge into other disciplines and/or functional areas.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for:
  • Preparing a variety of moderately complex engineering deliverables
  • Continuing to learn and remain current on departmental design guides, standards, systems, applicable engineering codes and company policies and procedures
  • Perform complex research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or material selection
  • Preparing complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles
  • Provide support for multiple projects on complex technical challenges
  • Understand and adhere to budget, schedule, and quality requirements 
  • Initiating contact with other disciplines as needed to identify and coordinate details of the work
  • May assist with performance management process, mentoring, recognition, and any corrective actions required
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline
  • Experienced in engineering calculation and design
  • Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in EfW and/or construction
  • Able to satisfy criminal/civil background checks
    Salary & Package What’s on offer for this exciting role:
  • Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 D.O.E
  • 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  • Exciting new £480million EFW plant
    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 02393 919492 to speak to Mpilo Mkhize who can tell you more.     INDPOW

Construction Services Manager
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Construction Services Manager - Solar South UK £55,000-£57,500, plus company vehicle, Company shares scheme & health care     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with an award-winning solar engineering company, specialising in project life-cycle services and solutions for the utility-scale solar industry. They are looking to recruit a Construction Services Manager for a remote/UK wide role. The Construction Services Manager role comes with a salary up to £57,500 and this is a very strategically key hire for a dynamic, niche and entrepreneurial business in the solar sector. If you’re a Construction Manager / Senior Solar Engineer and are looking to work for an organisation that provides a very unique selection of services, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer you will:  
  • Aid with the status, planning, preparation, execution and delivery of a number of solar farm construction management service contracts.
  • Manage relationships with existing and new clients
  • Strengthen existing and establish new sub-contractor / supply relationships
  • Carry out pre-condition site visits & surveys to establish site & local conditions which impact the delivery of the project
      Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Degree-educated in electrical, mechanical or civil engineering.
  • Electrical experience & qualifications would be a benefit.
  • NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
  • Full UK licence
    Personal skills: The Construction Services Manager role would suit someone who is:  
  • Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) Qualification or higher
  • Proven track record in the construction of large-scale solar parks
  • Comfortable working periods away from home whilst ensuring project delivery
  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills and a strong attitude towards operational health & safety
    Salary and benefits of the Construction Services Manager role:
  • £55,000 - £57,500 DOE
  • Company Vehicle
  • Health Care
  • Company shares 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 02392 222 968 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.   INDREN  

Senior Project Delivery Engineer – Subsea & Moorings
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a dynamic FTSE250 renewable energy provider, committed to professional development and sustainability, to recruit a Senior Project Delivery Engineer – Subsea & Moorings for their Aberdeen site. The Senior Project Delivery Engineer – Subsea & Moorings role comes with a salary up to £85,000 based on experience, excellent pension benefits, and flexible working arrangements. If you’re a driven engineer with expertise in moorings and subsea construction looking for an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that innovates and delivers solutions from design to commissioning, apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Head of Projects, you will:  
  • Lead technical responses for project tenders related to marine and subsea construction activities for permanent floating structures.
  • Manage projects based on type and scale under the supervision of the Head of Projects.
  • Deliver engineering deliverables for specific projects independently or in conjunction with internal and external resources.
  • Develop operational procedures for offshore utilization, including step-by-step methodologies, rigging arrangements, equipment requirements, and lifting plans for marine and subsea construction activities associated with moorings and SURF.
  • Develop mobilisation and demobilisation plans for installation and anchor handling vessels and supervise quayside activities.
  • Create, maintain, and report on project schedules as required.
  • Actively participate in HIRA and QHSE-related activities.
  • Oversee offshore operations during execution phases to ensure adherence to procedures and guidelines.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A degree in an Engineering discipline.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in marine or subsea construction (Moorings/SURF) for the energy industry, including oil and gas or renewables sectors.
  • Experience in the design and installation of permanent mooring systems for units such as FPSOs, FSOs, FSUs, FWTs, CALM buoys, etc.
  • Experience in developing offshore operational procedures for installation and subsea construction projects.
  • Knowledge of Orcaflex is advantageous.
Personal skills The Senior Project Engineer (Moorings/Subsea Construction) role would suit someone who is:  
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
  • A proactive problem solver.
  • Collaborative and works well with others to maximise team achievements through developing relationships and continuous sharing of knowledge and ideas.
  • Committed to professional development and continuous improvement.
Salary and benefits of the Senior Project Engineer (Moorings/Subsea Construction) role:  
  • Salary up to £85,000
  • 34 days holiday (Including 4 fixed Bank Holidays)
  • Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Enhanced family policies
  • Private Medical Healthcare

Electrical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading Energy from Waste site to recruit an Electrical Technician for its site in Worcestershire. The Electrical Technician role comes with a starting salary of up to £50,000 + benefits package. If you’re an Electrical Technician with experience working on heavy industrial sites and are looking for work then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties of the Electrical Technician role Reporting to the Electrical Engineer you will:  
  • Support electrical maintenance operations, ensuring all equipment is correctly operated, maintained, and faults are promptly addressed.
  • Assist in planning and supervising shutdowns, including preparation of method statements and risk assessments.
  • Investigate and resolve electrical faults, ensuring timely diagnosis and repair across plant systems.
  • Ensure availability of emergency repair services, including out-of-hours breakdown response.
  • Support calibration activities, ensuring tools and equipment meet required standards.
  • Assist in managing plant computing and communication systems, supporting system reliability.
  • Help coordinate specialist maintenance contracts, under the guidance of the Engineer.
  • Contribute to spare parts management, including testing, storage, and recommendations for stock.
  • Collaborate across teams, working closely with engineers, technicians, and contractors.
 
  • Promote a strong safety culture, complying with all procedures and actively reporting hazards or incidents.
 
  • Engage in ongoing training and development, maintaining a clean, professional work environment and supporting wider site operations as needed.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Apprentice trained Electrical Engineer with relevant Level 3 / HNC qualification
  • Experience / knowledge of high voltage systems is highly desirable
  • Experience working in heavy industrial setting
  • A Safety qualification such as IOSH / NEBOSH or equivalent is desirable
Personal skills The Electrical Technician role would suit someone who has:  
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Self-Discipline and ability to work independently
  • Driven with the desire to achieve
Salary and benefits of the Electrical Technician role
  • Starting salary of £50,000
  • Training and Progression Opportunities
  • Opportunity to work for a leading power company  
INDPOW    

Site Chemist
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Graduate Site Chemist

Waste Management Peterborough  Salary £25,000 - £27,000 DOE Monday- Friday

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Site Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Site Chemist, you will be responsible for taking and analysing hazardous waste samples on-site to ensure safe and compliant waste is processed at all times.

The Job

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for:

  • Assist with the hands-on operation of the hazardous waste site ensuring materials coming onto and off site are consistently safe and compliant to site permits and environmental regulations.
  • Assist with compiling lists of wastes to be transferred off site to third party disposal points. Liaising with other staff to ensure correct routing of wastes.
  • Assist with non- conformance procedures and sample processing within the site laboratory for incoming waste streams.
  • Providing services to customers to enable wastes to be assessed, priced and collected
  • Utilise appropriate systems to manage non- compliances.
  • Use of FLT/Dump Truck and other mobile plant as required
  • Assist with the daily/weekly plan for the operational areas and laboratory, adapt to the unplanned and unexpected to deliver targets, KPI’s and other requirements.
  • Ensure house-keeping requirements and continuous improvement programmes are supported both directly and through the plant team.
  • Partake in improvement of process, contributing to micro project development.
  • Undertake area administration activity including Chemist Check sheets, process sheets, stock sheets, production records, etc.

The Candidate

To be considered for this position, candidates are expected to have an appropriate chemistry qualification to degree level as well as experience handling a diverse range of chemical compounds including understanding of inter-reactions.

Some knowledge of hazardous waste or industrial chemistry would be beneficial as well as previous experience working in a site-based role or in an industrial hands-on environment. This role would suit someone looking to further their career within the chemical sector and an interest in moving into the waste management industry. A NEBOSH certificate or IOSH H&S qualification would also be beneficial. 

 

What’s on Offer

  • Basic Salary of £25,000 - £27,000 DOE
  • Opportunity to progress career in the Chemical and Waste Management industries.
  • Full training and support

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon on 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]


Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
  Astute People’s Power Team are exclusively working with the South Clyde Energy Centre to recruit a full complement of Operations & Maintenance staff. The plant, currently under construction, is capable of processing up to 350,000 tonnes of waste per year, producing power for up to 70,000 homes. This new build Power Station is due to enter commercial operation by the end of 2026. Now is an ideal time to join the power station as you’ll be involved in full plant commissioning, training & mobilisation. We are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join the Maintenance Team on this brand new facility. As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician you’ll be responsible for carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across a variety of critical plant. If you have the relevant experience (please see below) and are looking for a rewarding role in the Power sector, then please apply.                        Responsibilities and duties: As the Mechanical Technician you will be responsible for:
  • Fault finding and maintaining mechanical assets including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc .
  • Working in line with maintenance techniques and best practices.
  • To ensure compliance with the pressure regulations and lifting gear inspection requirements.
  • Involved in continuous improvement activities, plant inspections and fault investigation work.
  • Assisting in plant developments and projects.
  • Supervising and setting to work on site contractors.
  • Maintaining accurate maintenance records on the site CMMS.
  • Assist in outage planning, scheduling and coordination.
  • To ensure the availability of plant spares.
      Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • A recognised qualification in Mechanical engineering at Level 3 (C&G, ONC, NVQ, SVQ) level or higher; other qualifications below this will be considered with extensive experience
  • Ideally qualified with an IOSH or equivalent with an appreciation of workplace Health & Safety including knowledge of Safe Systems of Work, LOTO, Isolations, SOP's, RAMS would also be considered.
  • Recognised Mechanical Maintenance Apprenticeship.
      Personal skills The Mechanical Technician would suit someone with:
  • At least three years hands on maintenance experience.
  • Familiar with Health & Safety Regulations such as LOLER, PUWER & PSSR.
  • Hands on experience with a range of equipment including boilers, turbines, pumps, valves, compressors, conveyors, gearboxes etc.
  • Practical knowledge of process plant and equipment gained in an industry such as Power Generation, Petrochemical or Oil & Gas etc. Marine Engineers from Merchant Fleet or Royal Navy will be considered.
  • Involvement in plant mobilisation and commissioning is desirable but not essential.
      Salary and benefits of the Mechanical Technician role
  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus Opportunity
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Training & professional development
  • Opportunity to join a new build Energy from Waste plant
INDPOW  

Sub Agent
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
A stute’s Nuclear team is partnering with our client a leading contractor specialising in civil engineering within major infrastructure sectors, including nuclear, highways, and large-scale projects. With a strong focus on safety, quality, and sustainability, they are committed to delivering complex engineering solutions that support the UK's infrastructure growth. We are looking to recruit a Sub Agent for its Sizewell C site. The Sub Agent role is vital for ensuring the successful delivery of this exciting project and comes with a salary up to £53,000, car allowance and private health care. If you’re a Sub Agent or Section Engineer and are looking to work for a dynamic and progressive organisation, then submit your CV to apply today.                 Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Manager or Site Agent you will:  
  • Support the Site Manager and step in during absences to manage site operations.
  • Oversee a section of the project, ensuring high standards of safety, quality, and environmental management.
  • Develop and manage detailed construction programmes, coordinating with engineering staff and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of key activities.
  • Produce, review, and manage method statements and other site documentation.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and subcontractors, to ensure smooth site operations.
  • Lead and develop the site engineering team, fostering a strong, communicative environment.
  • Monitor financial performance of your section, providing updates to the commercial team.
  • Uphold the company’s health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) standards.
Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • A strong understanding of the CDM Regulations, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
  • Proven experience in civil engineering, with the ability to manage complex site programmes and support project delivery.
  • Excellent communication skills and leadership abilities.
  • Knowledge of producing Work Package Plans, Task Briefing Sheets, and safe systems of work.
Personal skills The Sub Agent role would suit someone who is:  
  • A natural leader, able to manage and develop teams effectively.
  • Proactive and self-motivated, with strong organizational skills.
  • Detail-oriented, with the ability to manage time and resources to meet project deadlines.
Salary and benefits of the Sub Agent role  
  • Salary between £42,000 and £53,000
  • Car or car allowance
  • Private Health Care
  • Life Insurance
INDNUC    

Multi-Skilled Service Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute are partnered with a long established, reputable company for service, maintenance and repair for waste handling and recycling equipment. Our client is looking for a Multi-Skilled Engineer to join their team to cover servicing their customers within the North of England and Scotland.  The Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40,000 per annum plus company van, overtime opportunities and performance bonuses. If you’re a Service Engineer with mechanical and fabrication experience, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties: As the Multi-Skilled Field Service Engineer, your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:  
  • Driving around 100 miles per day.
  • Servicing waste handling equipment, quotation work and attending breakdowns.
  • Delivering a first-time fix when attending breakdowns.
  • Occasional requirements to work away and out of hours.
  • Strong teamwork skills on site/ remotely via phone calls or video calls.
  • Working with compactors, balers, and other waste handling equipment.
  • Once trained, working with 3-phase electrics and display excellent safety understanding.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Mechanically strong.
  • 3-phase electrics experience (used to working on equipment).
  • Background in maintenance.
  • Road experience required.
  • Open to a variety of skill sets – multi-skilled, competent engineers preferred.
  • Ability to follow electrical drawings and provide phone support to other engineers.
  • Knowledge of compactors and balers ideal but not essential.
    Personal skills The Service Engineer role would suit someone who has:
  • Flexibility to accommodate overnight stays, early starts, and late finishes to meet client and business needs.
  • A UK driving licence
  • Good customer service skills
    Salary and benefits of the Fabrication Service Engineer role
  • Salary of up to £40,000 + overtime, performance bonus and zero sickness bonus.
  • Performance based pay structure – chance to grow and learn
  • Mobile and van supplied.
  • 20 days annual leave and Bank Holiday (Increases after 5 years’ service).
  • Cash incentives for performance/ attendance and stand-by.
  • Full training provided.
INDNUC

Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Mechanical Technician

Material Recycling Facility

Aldridge, Walsall

Up to £34,345

4 on 4 off, days and nights

 

Introduction

Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for a Mechanical Technician to join their Material Recycling Facility in Walsall.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as a Mechanical Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Hands on maintenance across the site
  • Maintaining pumps, motors, gearboxes, stirrers, mixers, and all associated pipework
  • Driving plant availability through carrying out PPMs, reactive maintenance, and engineering improvements across the site as well as installations.
  • Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure efficiency and minimum downtime across the site.
  • Stay on top of site stock and spares
  • Other duties as required

 

This is a shift-based role with a mix of days and nights on a 4 on 4 off rota – please only apply if this is suitable.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • A relevant qualification in an engineering discipline, HNC / HND / NVQ Level 3
  • Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, anaerobic digestion etc.)
  • IOSHH or NEEBOSH would be desirable
  • Experience of working on heavy industrial machinery including pumps, conveyors, optical sorters etc.

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

 •         A total package up to c£35,000

•          Shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with a mix of days and nights

•          Pension & great holiday allowance

•          Retail and leisure discount scheme

•          Access to all company benefits

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

HSEQ Advisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Job Description Department/location: HSEQ Dept/Honiton/Southwest Hours of work: Monday-Friday 0830-1700 Reports to: HSEQ Manager, Avonmouth Holiday: 25 days + 8 bank holidays Other benefits: Bonus scheme, pension scheme, life insurance, private healthcare, company sick pay   General: Future Industrial Services Ltd is a member of the Augean Group. The HSEQ Officer is a member of the Group HSEQ team, which supports all aspects of HSEQ compliance across the company. The role sits within the Corporate Stewardship team (CS team), which has overall responsibility for ensuring compliance with the Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality (HSEQ) requirements associated with our site permits and our Integrated Management System. The CS team are custodians of the sustainability aspirations of the company through our Environmental Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) commitments.   The HSEQ Officer works directly with the site team at Honiton and other satellite sites across the Southwest and the operational functions to maintain high standards of safety, general health and environmental compliance.    Main Duties:
  • Support and embed a proactive safety culture through positive engagement on site and throughout Augean’s activities.  
  • 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. 
  • Assist the operational teams wit HSEQ aligned tasks such as the development of risk assessments and safe systems of work.
  • Carry out and assist with HSEQ inspections and audit against IMS procedures for the business.
  • Assist external auditors and help Augean to maintain required certification and accreditation.
  • Assist in the development of safety and compliance competency of operational teams.
  • Ensure the timely and complete close-out of HSEQ queries from both internal (i.e. Augean) and external (i.e. stakeholder) sources. 
  • Assist in proactive management of regulatory issues and the preparation of effective and timely responses to regulatory queries and inspections.
  • Assist with onsite training and toolbox talks to Augean staff, contractors and customers as required.
  • Assist with reporting of daily incidents, identifying unsafe acts and conditions and safe acts / good practice for health and safety, environmental and quality issues.
  • Provide support to development of risk assessment, method statements, procedures and permit application supporting documentation. 
  • Ensure compliance with all site Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) deliveries. ? Assist with delivering HSEQ campaign programmes.
  • Ensure internal stakeholders are kept informed of upcoming and new requirements.
  • To undertake all duties with due regard to health, safety and environment.
  • Use site visits to gather and promote best practice across the Group.
  • Uphold and demonstrate the company values and behaviours at all times and actively promote these with Group colleagues, with customers and with external stakeholders.
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  • Support the generation, maintenance and accurate reporting of HSEQ statistics and data.
  • Any other reasonable duties as and when required.
  General H&S Responsibilities:
  • Comply with Health & Safety requirements: as per training, policies, procedures, risk assessments, method statements, safe systems of work etc.
  • Actively seek to improve safety culture.
  • Report any H&S issues/accidents/near misses to your line manager immediately. 
  Other General Responsibilities:
  • Maintain the physical security of FIS equipment in your possession along with any goods transported in accordance with Company Security policies.
  • Maintain the security and confidentiality of Company information and data in accordance with Company IT Security and Data Protection policies.
  • Attend training as required to maintain personal qualification/competence.
  • Comply with the Company Equal Opportunities Policy and promote equality.
  • Any other duties as required by line management, commensurate with the post holder’s level of training and competence.
  Person Specification Qualifications/Training E / D* How assessed*** NEBOSH L3 General Certificate in Occupational H&S E CV Environmental Awareness training E** CV Car driving licence valid for the UK to travel to other sites E CV       Experience     Experience of working in a H&S or HSEQ role E CV Experience of working in the waste industry or industrial services D CV             Specific Post Knowledge/Skills     Good working knowledge of MS Office applications especially Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint E CV/I Good working knowledge of H&S legislation E CV/I Good working knowledge of environmental legislation E** CV/I Good working knowledge of ISO standards 90001, 14001, 45001 E CV/I Understanding of the health & safety requirements and compliance for working in the hazardous waste sector E CV/I       Personal Characteristics     Has a positive approach to all things HSEQ, contributing to a safety culture across the business E I Good standard of written and spoken English to write clearly and concisely using fact-based observation E CV/I  High level of integrity and dependability E I Able to work as part of a team or independently, setting own priorities E I                                                            FG_HR_P.01 Form 08                                           2                                        Page 3 of 3                   Review Date:     10/02/2025                                                                   Next Review Date:     10/02/2027 All copies uncontrolled if printed Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses E I Professional approach to work and able to work confidentially E I Willing to travel to other sites E I       *Essential or Desirable **Essential but may be achieved post-employment ***Application Form or CV (cv); Interview (I); Presentation (P); Practical Assessment (PA)