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Project Site Manager Start date - February 2023 Day Rate - £600.00 to £650.00 Duration - 24 months Location - Ayrshire The Role We are currently recruiting for a Project Site Manager to over the build of a 200MW Wind Farm based in Ayrshire. The Project Site Manager will be leading the end Client team for this project, overseeing all site activities from cradle to grave. Role Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to HSEQ. Actively encourages and leads the full project teams to implement and comply with project HSEQ requirements
• Has overall responsibility for ensuring Company HSEQ Management Systems are maintained, reviewed and implemented on site and that HSE hazards are eliminated or mitigated to the extent practicable.
• Manages the every day Construction of the project.
• Contributes experience of putting into effect standardised methods in order to identify complex problems
• Develops guidelines and requirements
• Ensures that project is built on time and within budget.
• Collaborates within site and project team organisation and specialist departments
• Documents and traces non-conformities, deviations and claims
• Schedules final erection inspections
• Provides overall assurance that actions arising from HSEQ inspections and audits are completed, closed and effective
• Co-operates and exchanges experience with colleagues responsible for products and other project teams and departments
• Progresses change requests (technical, time and costs)
• Establishes lessons learned for current and future projects
• Acts as point of contact for contractor's management
• Establishes and monitors key milestones
• Work closely with the EPC team on site.
• Delivers Lessons Learned and feedback for current and future projects
• Is aware of the HSE requirements relevant to their role, and implements and complies with them

Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree or HNC/HND in building engineering, civil engineering or construction related subject or alternatively experience working in the Wind Sector / construction industry.
• Vast experience with overseeing the build and delivery of large-scale Wind Farms in the UK.
• Institute of Civil Engineering (ICE) (desirable)
• Several years‘ experience 
• Experienced in the co-ordination of contracts and contract management
• Experienced as a leader in Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) management and has knowledge of relevant HSEQ legal requirements
• Must have Site Manager Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or equivalent
• Valid Safety Contractors Certificate (SCC) or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft suite applications.

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity then please contact Greg Storey on [email protected] or on 02392 222 966

Title of Position:

Project Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical/Civil)

Title Position Reports to:

Project Manager

Employing Company:

SPIE Limited

 

Job Purpose

• To be responsible to your assigned PM for delivering multi-disciplined projects and packages associated with building engineering services and construction, estimating, construction engineering design, procurement, cost control, site management, installation, testing, commissioning, handover and any warranty.

 

 

Aims and Objectives

 

• To develop effective working relationships with fellow team members and clients, in order to maximise the opportunities to secure and win new work.
• To provide technical engineering advice to fellow members of the team and clients, as and when necessary to support the successful execution of the work. 
• To ensure Project Engineering services are delivered safely to programme, within budget and to the agreed quality standards.
• To work with Clients to develop a relationship that results in repeat business
• To ensure Project Engineering and technical standards are maintained throughout the project, meeting specification requirements and in accordance with Quality Management Systems and Control.
• Ensure project Risk is managed and communicated.
• Report to SPIE management on project progress, issues, risks and opportunities.

 

 

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

 

• Assist your Project Manager to:
• Sequence and programme works, establishing work scope, specifications, programmes and cost control of professional designs, SPIE resources, agency resources and sub-contracted works.
• Co-ordinate all aspects of assigned contracts, ensuring completion within estimated costs, safely and to the required standards of workmanship.
• Prepare work programmes, ensuring activities are planned in line with available resources, understand the interfaces and coordination with other disciplines and contractors.
• Procure, co-ordinate and monitor project activities. 
• Establish the procurement schedules and specifications for engaging suppliers and subcontractors.
• Compare suppliers and subcontractors’ quality and costs against procurement schedules and assists in identifying their suitability for the work and provision of services, including supplier feedback.
• In conjunction with other relevant staff review the performance levels of subcontractors in terms of quality, service and their Health and Safety management.
• Prepare site documentation, including Construction Phase Plans, Risk Assessments and Method Statements to comply with Health and Safety requirements & legislation.
• To understand construction and design engineering specifications and standards ensuring that all considerations are accounted for in the execution of work.
• Identify Construction Engineering Design requirements in order to engage SPIE and/or others to carry out the work.
• Check construction design engineering drawings for accuracy and buildability, and address/ resolve any shortfalls in order to ensure successful execution.
• Attend engineering/project/Client progress meetings to provide the necessary input to support the successful execution of the work
• Ensure understanding of the impact of the Construction Design Management Regulations, Construction Regulations and Codes of Practice and comply with current legal requirements.
• Ensure understanding of the contract conditions that applies to each assigned project/area of work.
• To work closely with the commercial team to manage variations and changes to the scope of work/ timescales/cost/risk, with emphasis on receiving payment for additional activities.
• Understanding of the financial plans/set budgets and the methods for monitoring cost, spend, value. 
• Understand the controls for managing risk throughout all stages of the work, including risk controls. Monitoring and reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of Invitations to Tender and evaluation of returned tenders
• Assist with the take-off and requisition materials
• Control and monitor the management of site labour
• Report on all aspects of the work scope under own control
• Undertake site and works visits as required by the execution of own duties and undertake site HSE Audits.
• Work with members of the Central Engineering Design Department, to ensure that professional advice and support is provided to Clients and that new standards are implemented at the right time.

 

 

Health & Safety

• All employees are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect.  Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy.

 

 

Working Relationships

Internal

• Interface with Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Surveyors, Designers, Buyers, Estimators, Safety Health & Environmental (HSE) Department, Central Engineering Design Department (CEDD), Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Department and the Commercial department.

External

• Interface with Clients, Consultants, Suppliers, Sub-contractors, Utility Companies and Local Authorities

 

Person Specification

 

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

The knowledge, skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the position are:

Essential

• Be qualified to at least City and Guilds Level 3 in a building services discipline.
• Experience of working on contracts with an M&E or Civil value in range from £100k to £1M
• Experience in planning and executing programmes for building services and/or construction projects
• Strong H&S management awareness
• Strong financial awareness and good organisational skills
• Experience in project financial control and forecasting
• Labour management experience 
•  Ability to produce project reports and meet deadlines
• Ability to sequence and programme the works, utilising different planning and programming methods/ techniques to meet client and project requirements.  
• Experience in the production of O&M Manuals, drawings documents.
• Ability to survey and report on existing engineering installations. 
• Ability to survey, track and monitor work and report on progress
• Ability and willingness to travel and work within the office or based on sites as required
• Basic skills and knowledge of AutoCAD and the ability to read and interpret drawings
• Good communications skills with the ability to produce and deliver presentations
• Good interpersonal skills to develop client relationships to further develop the business

 

Competencies

The core support team competency framework for the position are:

• Teamwork - actively contributes to the team and strives to improve teams’ effectiveness through personal commitment.
• Planning, Organising & Executing – able to understand the priorities, plan and organise the work and manage own time to deliver within the expected timescales.
• Communication – communicates clearly and concisely, impressing others and ensuring understanding of all relevant information in all circumstances.
• Commercial Awareness – understands the importance for managing costs and expense, applying the necessary controls.
• Risk Management – is aware on the impact on risk to the business / project and applies the necessary controls.
• Adaptability – is responsive and open to changing circumstance.
• Drive for Excellence – aims to deliver a high standard of work.
• Self-Motivation and Development– is confident in own ability and is motivated to deliver, using opportunities to further develop.  
• Customer Awareness – responsive to the needs of the customer and aims to deliver customer satisfaction.
• HSE – Be competent in the CDM Regulations and hold an SMSTS or SSSTS qualification.

 

 

The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions should be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.

 

H&S/CDM Advisor Home-based (with travel required across the UK sites) Up to £45,000 salary + car allowance     Introduction We are currently recruiting for an H&S/CDM Advisor to join a growing engineering company focused on power generation industrial solutions. They have been involved building and operating EFW plants across the UK and are growing at a rapid pace. This role would involve the management of a wide variety of challenging and interesting projects covering many different construction sectors throughout the UK, including waste and power plant construction.     Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the H&S Manager you will be responsible for:  

• To undertake Principal Designer duties, as defined by the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM) and as otherwise required of the role, including site visits, preparation of the documentation, liaison with Principal Contractor and other associated duties.
• To liaise and communicate with clients, designers, contractors, and others and to offer advice and guidance on CDM/health and safety issues.
• To assist in the preparation of health and safety/CDM documentation for contractors and others.
• To manage projects to the agreed project budgetary limits and timetables.
• To attend design meetings, site meetings and carry out site inspections.
• To work collaboratively with colleagues and to keep them informed of issues on your projects.

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

• At least three years’ relevant experience in the construction industry with experience of CDM/health and safety issues in construction.
• Relevant HNC, HND, BSc or MSc (or equivalent) in a related discipline.
• CDM Project Management experience.

 Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or equivalent/higher.
• Good knowledge and understanding of appropriate legislation.
• A clean driver’s licence.

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

• Up to £45,000
• Car allowance
• Benefits package

    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 07441 391887 to speak to Rich Hambry who can tell you more.     INDPOW

Electrical Technician Waste Management London £45,000  - £47,000   Introduction… Astute are partnered with a leading recycling and waste management business in the UK, who are looking for an experienced Electrical Technician to join their Waste Transfer site in London. You will ideally have experience working in a similar environment, in a relevant sector such as Recycling, Waste Management, Water Treatment etc. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established business in a stable and everchanging industry.   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, as an Electrical Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Reactive repairs and maintenance on a range of equipment across the site.
• Preventative maintenance on all electrical systems including pumps, motors, PLCs, control panels etc.
• Maintaining and servicing controls and instrumentation across the site (flow meters, temperature gauges etc.)
• Always working to minimise downtime across all equipment site-wide
• Remaining health and safety always focused

  The shift rota for this position is 4 on 4 off including days and nights. Please only apply if this is suitable.   Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:

• Level 3 minimum Electrical qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ 3)
• 18th Edition would be desirable
• Experience with hands on maintenance within a similar environment (waste management, water treatment, anaerobic digestion etc.)
• Previous health and safety training

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

• £45,000- £47,000
• Shift pattern of 4 on 4 off, with a mix of days and nights
• Fantastic pension and holiday allowance
• Retail and leisure discount scheme
• Access to all company benefits

  If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393 910037 and ask to speak to Charlotte Jones who can tell you more. INDREC  

Grid & BESS Tendering Manager Home Based £65k - £75k basic + Benefits     Introduction Astute is working with one of the worlds market leading O&M service providers. Specialising in the development, engineering, financing, construction, operations & maintenance of large scale solar photovoltaic projects. With close to 1.8GWp installed Globally and a 5-year track record for outstanding services. Due to a structured growth plan, a new vacancy now exists for a Grid & BESS Tendering Manager to ensure adequate considerations are taken regarding grid connection and liaison with key stakeholders in the DNO/TSO environment, as well as in the definition and preparation of quotations and estimations for battery storage projects                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will be responsible for:

• Interact with ICP subcontractors to obtain relevant quotes based on the grid connection offers for projects under tender
• Interrogate subcontractor offers for missing scope, deviations and cost improvements
• Expand the base of civil and electrical subcontractors for battery storage projects
• Develop a supplier database for key equipment
• Support sales team in preparing tendering information for battery storage projects (civil and electrical package)
• Support sales and engineering teams in preparing documentation packages and approach to subcontracted scope on a project-by-project basis

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

• Experience with ICP contractors and ICP-related works (must)
• Experience with battery storage projects (desirable)
• Experience with solar projects (desirable)
• Leadership and ownership on projects taken under control
• Ability to work autonomously as well as with the team

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

• £65k-£75k basic
• Expenses
• Bonus
• Pension/Health cover
• Mobile/PC/PPE

    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

Role:

Mill & Warehouse Operator

Location:

Masham, North Yorkshire

Package Details:

£22,672.00+ Benefits

Introduction…

My client supplies animal feed to farmers in the North of England offering customers efficient solutions to feeding on their farms. They are looking for a Mill & Warehouse Operator to join their team.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Mill & Warehouse Operator, you will be responsible for:

PURPOSE

To produce compound feeds and blended and rolled products, control the weighing in and intake of feed materials, packing operations, loading vehicles, quality control on site, warehouse operations and stock control.

NATURE & SCOPE

The job holder reports to the Operations Director (or Merchant Product Manager in the case of warehouse staff) and may be expected to cover a number of roles within the mill or warehouse including:

Weighbridge and Intake

Ensuring that vehicles discharge according to approved codes of practice

• Sampling & inspection and testing when required of loads prior to tipping
• Routing to correct storage bins
• Reporting all raw materials delivery problems and maintaining adequate intake records
• Inspecting, loading and sampling finished product collection or delivery vehicles.
• Ensuring that a high level of housekeeping is maintained at weighbridge, intake and outloading areas.

Compound Feed

Producing feed to meet transport requirements, suit bin availability, and limit cross contamination.

• Hand weighing of premixes and feed additives and keeping all necessary records.
• Ensuring that high levels of housekeeping are maintained in the hand weighing and all other areas of the mill – including the control room.
• Maintaining stocks of feed materials and ground products.
• Keeping a record of batch numbers on production logs.
• Topping up microweigher bins with the correct premixes
• Stock rotation, ensuring that premixes and medicinal additives are within the stated expiry dates.
• Ensuring that presses & conditioners are operating effectively.
• Ensuring that the correct press and the correct die are being used, to meet the feed specification.
• Monitoring the correct running of the presses, coolers, conveyors and elevators
• Ensuring that finished feed bins are completely empty, before new feeds are introduced
• Ensuring that the appropriate slides are closed/open
• Maintaining appropriate production records.

Blending

Maintaining adequate bay stocks & controlling the sampling, inspection and intake of feed materials and premixes into the blending shed.

• Weighing and mixing blends and transfer to the correct storage bays.
• Hand weighing of premixes or feed additives according to the production formulation, and keeping all necessary records.
• Inspecting, loading and sampling finished product collection or delivery vehicles.
• Ensuring that high levels of housekeeping are maintained in the blending shed.
• Maintaining appropriate production records.

Rolling

Sampling, inspection and testing of loads prior to tipping

• Moisture adjustment by either drying or liquid addition
• Processing and storage prior to rolling
• Rolling and transfer to correct storage areas.
• Ensuring that high levels of housekeeping are maintained in the rolling plant.
• Maintaining appropriate production records.

Packing

Ensuring that all bags are packed, stitched, labelled and stacked correctly.

• Ensuring that bag weights are correct including regular check weighing.
• Ensuring that high levels of housekeeping are maintained on the packing plant.
• Maintaining appropriate packing records and taking samples.

Warehouse

Inspection of delivery paperwork and loads prior to unloading.

• Correct storage and stock rotation.
• Monitoring stock levels and best before dates
• Grass seed storage, blending, packing and distribution.
• Loading vehicles and completing collection / delivery paperwork
• Ensuring that high levels of housekeeping are maintained in the warehouse and yard area.
• Maintaining appropriate batch records.

The job holder is responsible for cleaning according to a planned cleaning schedule maintaining adequate records for audit purposes.

The job holder may be required to assist the maintenance staff with maintenance & calibration jobs and the Quality Controller in taking samples for quality or salmonella testing – for which training will be given.

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• The job holder requires an understanding of all aspects of compound feed, blended and rolled product production as well as intake and warehouse operation.
• Full training is provided by the Company.

MEETING / REPORTING REQUIREMENTS

The job holder may be expected to attend HACCP and / or H&S meetings as required.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Weighbridge, intake and vehicle loading

• Compound feed production
• Blending, rolling and packing operations
• Warehouse control and grass seed operations
• Hygiene and housekeeping
• Record keeping and sampling.

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £21,000 - £22,672.00 basic
• Pension
• Holiday
• Overtime

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.

  Solar Field Service Engineer – Renewable Energy Cambridge/Norwich Up to £39,000     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 £39,000
• 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 +44 (0)2392 221 600  to speak to Shaniece Gathii who can tell you more.   INDREN