Astute People Ltd

Portfolio Manager – Large Scale Solar UK - Remote £37,000 - £40,000     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leading renewable energy service provider who specialises in a range of EPC services including the development, construction, and operation of utility scale solar farms. Together we are looking for a Portfolio Manager to lead the daily management of a portfolio of large-scale solar farms throughout the UK. The Project Manager role comes with a salary up to £40,000, plus bonus and competitive benefits, remote working with flexibility to attend office once a month. If you’re a Portfolio Manager and are looking to work with a leading O&M service provider, with a growing pipeline of future assets, then upload your CV to apply today.                     Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Manager you will:

• Day to day management of large-scale solar farms O&M contracts, including scheduling of planned and reactive maintenance.
• Design and scheduling of preventative maintenance plans, including management of spare parts.
• Manage strong relationships with all contractual parties.
• Reporting O&M activities to client and management.
• Development of opportunities, review of new O&M contracts and continual market research initiatives.
• Management of contracts and insurance claims, including negotiations.
• Financial reviews and forecasting.
• Other duties as required.

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

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent desirable.
• Minimum 12 months experience in the renewable energy sector, working with solar PV.
• A strong commercial background with O&M Portfolio Management/ Asset Management, Design or Project Management.

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

• Previous experience with contract negotiations and contract management.
• CRM/ ERP software experience.
• SCADA software experience (Training provided)
• Knowledge on a technical level or solar PV systems and components.

    Salary and benefits of the Portfolio Manager role:

• Salary up to £40,000, Depending on experience.
• Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm.
• Bonus scheme.
• 33 days holiday including Bank holidays.
• Mobile phone and PC
• Pension.
• Flexible and home working options.

    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 9391 9497 to speak to Karianne Morris who can tell you more.   INDREN

Senior Solar PV Engineer Southwest UK £37,000 - £43,000 + 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 Senior Solar PV Engineers opportunities exist to provide routine maintenance, testing and remedial work on solar PV systems.                   Roles & Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Operations & Maintenance UK you will be responsible for:

• Routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems
• Complying with company procedures
• Performing Preventative Maintenance accordingly with the PPM annual plan
• Performing Corrective Maintenance as occurs
• Reporting of activities performed on site, upon any site visit and daily, through online reporting system.
• Job specific risk assessment, analysis, and operational Limitations. Report all near misses to manager

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

• Level 3 City & Guilds/NVQ qualification in Electrical Installations.
• C&G 2382-18
• C&G 2391-52 or equivalent
• HV AP qualification

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

• £37k - £43k basic
• Van
• Bonus/Pension/Healthcare/Life Assurance
• PPE/IT

    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 02393910037 to speak to Charlotte Jones who can tell you more.     INDREN

Commercial Manager Nailsea, Somerset £80,000- £85,000 plus car allowance Hybrid working Introduction… Astute are working with a growing client in the Nuclear sector, who are looking for a Commercial Manager to support the Commercial Director across various business streams. Roles & Responsibilities As the Commercial Manager you will be responsible for:

• Manage commercial risk and opportunity.
• Act as a single point of contact for all commercial, legal, financial, and administrative issues with the customer, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Develop and agree a commercial strategy which achieves the budget and maximises contribution.
• Lead, manage and develop the commercial team.
• Ensure commercial contractual arrangements comply with all the applicable legislative, regulatory, and corporate standards.
• Develop, implement, and continually review procedures and practice to ensure the effective commercial management of contracts.
• Ensure accurate cost value reconciliations are in place across all projects with monthly reviews and interrogation.

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

• Management experience within a commercial team
• Extensive knowledge of NEC contracts
• Experience working within a highly regulated industry
• Quantity Surveying background

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

• £80,000- £85,000 salary plus car allowance
• Hybrid working
• 40 hours per week
• Private healthcare
• Up to 20% combined pension

How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441 391 581 and ask to speak to Harry McWhirr who can tell you more.  

Solar Estimator

Buckinghamshire

£30,000

 

Introduction…

Astute are proudly partnered with a well-established business who specialise in Solar Photo Voltaic (PV) systems across the Home Counties. They are currently seeking an experienced Estimator to join their team, providing design and pricing for residential and commercial solar PV installations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business with real progression opportunities.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Solar Estimator, you will be responsible for:

• Design and pricing of Solar PV systems for both residential and commercial properties
• Consulting with customers and discussing technical matters in line with their requirements, business needs and financial budgets
• Compiling customer quotations, SAP calculations and return on investment predictions
• Navigating architectural plans and M&E drawings

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• AutoCAD experience and competency
• Ability to transfer designs onto building drawings
• Have at least a basic understanding of Solar PV and battery storage solutions
• Full driving license

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• £30,000 basic salary
• Pension
• Use of company vehicle
• Genuine chance of progression within a fast-growing business

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02393911227 and ask to speak to Hannah Rymill who can tell you more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance according to the legal, technical, manufacturer, and contractual requirements.
• Perform reactive maintenance, fault diagnosis, and resolution in a timely manner.
• Adherence to and management of health and safety requirements at all times whilst also helping to maintain and improve safety standards across the Network.
• Carry out site survey requests as required.
• Carry out duties according to our company on-call rota system.
• Compile accurate and appropriate documentation for both internal and external stakeholders in a precise and timely manner.
• Keeping accurate and detailed records of electrical testing, high voltage, and safety documents that are suitable for audit.
• Ensure reports are provided in a timely manner and of a good standard at all times.
• Provide support during the commissioning and onboarding process.
• Ensure work output meets technical quality, reliability, cost, and productivity.
• Develop and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Comply with the Company Health & Safety Policies
• Comply with all aspects of the Company’s ISO standards: Quality management - ISO 9001 / Environmental - ISO 14001 proactively contributing to the company’s continuous improvement programme.

 

Certification and Skills Required:

• Relevant electrical qualifications – NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• City & Guilds 17th/18th BS7671
• Adaptable and flexible – will need to work flexible hours to meet deadlines. Occasionally working away from home.
• Computer skills; word processing, spreadsheets, email, management, and reporting systems, including the use of diagnostic and troubleshooting tools
• Outdoor nature of work makes it physically demanding, able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Excellent communication skills, fluent written and spoken English
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Able to respond to changing priorities and issues, and an enthusiasm for personal development
• The ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams and technical manuals
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and following good practices, especially whilst lone working on site
• Full clean Driving License

 

Desirable:

• Good understanding of communications, wiring systems, and schematics
• Inspection and testing – C&G2391, 2394 & 2395
• EV charging qualifications and experience
• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g. IOSH Managing Safely, SMSTS)
• First aid qualifications

 

Company Benefits:

• Private Healthcare via BUPA for employee and their partner/children paid fully by GRIDSERVE
• Company Share Scheme
• Generous Annual leave- 25 days plus bank holidays
• Group Life Insurance – 4 x base salary paid to the beneficiary
• Contributory Pension Scheme – 5% by Employee and 5% by GRIDSERVE
• Generous Maternity and Paternity Pay
• Access to mental health services including counseling for you and the family
• Access to Private GP 24/7 and Nurse via BUPA
• Counselling for all family members via BUPA
• Probate & Bereavement Counselling
• Recruitment Referral Fee
• Bike to Work Scheme

Solar PV Installer

Bedfordshire

£25,000 to £30,000 DOE + benefits

 

 

Introduction…

 

Astute are working with one of the industry leading providers of domestic solar projects across the UK. We are looking for an experienced Solar PV Installer for the roofing aspect of installations, ideally located in and around Bedfordshire, to support with the installation of roof mounted solar panels.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Solar PV Installer, you will be responsible for:

• Installing fixings and panels to a range of surfaces
• Working from heights
• Providing an excellent level of customer service
• Other duties as required

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

 

• Experience with installing Solar PV is an advantage
• Experience working at heights (essential)
• Roofing and install experience (essential)
• Happy be flexible to work out of hours and weekends
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive salary of £25,000 to £30,000 depending on experience
• Paid overtime
• Holiday pay and pension
• Use of company vehicle

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.

Business Development Manager – Solar

Remote/ Newport

£35,000 to £45,000 + bonus

 

Introduction

Astute looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our client who specialise in manufacturing high tech Building Integrated Photovoltaic roofing solutions, they are looking to appoint an experienced and driven Business Development Manager to work with the National Sales Manager and Chief Executive Officer to find and develop new business.

 

Role and Responsibilities

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for:

•  Selling PV roofing products
•  Prospecting for projects and specifiers
•  Identify nationwide projects through means provided
•  Market research to identify projects  
•  Manage new and existing accounts
•  Make technical proposals for projects

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this Commercial Solar Project Manager position will:

•  Sales experience within solar, roofing or building products and systems
•  Technical solar knowledge is desirable but not essential
•  Commercial experience of developing international markets and business
•  Knowledge of roofing design and constriction
•  IT Literate
•  Full UK Driving License

 

 

Salary & Package

In addition to an exciting career, you will also receive

• Salary £35-45k
• 28 Days holiday including bank holidays
• Bonus payable on business achievement
• Home working with occasional trips to the office in Newport
• Applicant will require a driving licence and own vehicle, any mileage/expenses is covered
• Company pension
• Career progression

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Maddy Smith.

Solar Farm Electrical Technician

Wiltshire 

 

Introduction…

Astute are proud to be working with one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies who are looking for a Solar Farm Electrical Technician to join their team. The client delivers renewable energy projects across the world working across onshore and offshore wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution.

 

 

Role and Responsibilities

The Solar Farm Electrical Technician will be responsible for:

• Performing Operation & Maintenance tasks on utility-scale solar plants with outputs of 5 MW and above
• To ensure the solar plants achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance
• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance
• Inspection, testing and maintenance of PV modules, DC strings and inverters
• Undertake AC and DC testing, troubleshooting and fault-finding
• Keep accurate maintenance records and compile reports

 

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Experience in Operations & Maintenance in large scale solar environments
• Expereince working with SCADA or data monitoring systems
• DC & LV installation, fault find, testing and commissioning experience
• High Voltage expereince
• Fully qualified Electrician
• Full UK Driving License

 

Salary & Package

In addition to an exciting career, you will also receive

 

•  £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
•  Company van and fuel card
•  Private Healthcare
•  Pension scheme & Life assurance
•  Company Bonus scheme
•  25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Kieran Boyton-Salts.

Solar Farm Electrical Technician

Royston

 

Introduction

Astute are proud to be working with one of the world’s largest renewable energy companies who are looking for a Solar Farm Electrical Technician to join their team. The client delivers renewable energy projects across the world working across onshore and offshore wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution.

 

 

Role and Responsibilities

The Solar Farm Electrical Technician will be responsible for:

• Performing Operation & Maintenance tasks on utility-scale solar plants with outputs of 5 MW and above
• To ensure the solar plants achieve outstanding levels of safety, quality and performance
• Undertake planned inspection and maintenance
• Inspection, testing and maintenance of PV modules, DC strings and inverters
• Undertake AC and DC testing, troubleshooting and fault-finding
• Keep accurate maintenance records and compile reports

 

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Experience in Operations & Maintenance in large scale solar environments
• Experience working with SCADA or data monitoring systems
• DC & LV installation, fault find, testing and commissioning experience
• High Voltage  experience
• Fully qualified Electrician
• Full UK Driving License

 

Salary & Package

In addition to an exciting career, you will also receive

 

•  £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
•  Company van and fuel card
•  Private Healthcare
•  Pension scheme & Life assurance
•  Company Bonus scheme
•  25 Days holiday plus Bank holidays

 

How to Apply

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please email a copy of your CV and covering letter to [email protected] or call 02392 222 968 and ask for Megan Balmer.