Astute People Ltd

Quality Assistant – Solar Various UK Sites Up to £350 per day 9 - Months     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. To recruit a Quality Assistant on a 9-month contract for its sites in the UK . The Quality Assistant role comes with a day rate of up to £350 per day.                   Key skills:

• Developing and implementing Quality Management Plans and Inspection & Testing Plans
• Conducting QA/QC inspections & audits
• Ensuring project documentation, non-conformities and variations are managed
• Ensuring that the critical commissioning phase is planned and delivered flawlessly

    Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Quality Assistant role:

• Various solar sites in England
• Outside IR35
• 9 Month contract with potential to extend

    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 07441391942 to speak to Kieran Boyton-Salts who can tell you more.      

Supply Chain Risk Manager

Contract Length: 12 months

Warrington/Carlisle/Crewe/Whitehaven – Hybrid working. Some travel will be required £300-£400/day Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP

 

Introduction…

We have a fantastic opportunity to support the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain and contribute to the success of a large nuclear organisation. You will be developing and embedding an effective process to manage and monitor Supply Chain Risk.  

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Supply Chain Risk Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and embedding a fit for purpose supply chain risk management process
• Ensuring the Commercial Directorate risks are updated and managed accordingly
• Taking the lead on developing Critical Supplier contingency plans
• Working in conjunction with Sourcing Team to identify risks and opportunities to enable effective management of categories and associated areas of spend
• Develop monthly “Macro Supply Chain Issues” reporting for distribution across the business
• Development, Leadership and Management of Business continuity planning across the Commercial Directorate, whilst simultaneously ensuring alignment to Enterprise-wide mechanisms and plans
• Support the Head of Procurement & supply Chain in ensuring the Commercial Division meets its legislative, regulatory, customer and stakeholder obligations always.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Detailed & practical understanding of identifying and managing risk related to Supply Chains
• Practical understanding of how to develop and implement a Supply Chain Risk management process
• Detailed understanding of the governance framework a public procurement function operates under e.g., Public Contracts Regulations, Government Commercial Operating Standards, Public Procurement Notes etc.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders, understanding their key drivers, and managing their requirements
• Please note a drugs & alcohol testing & DBS check will need to be completed prior to commencing work  

Desirable experience:

• Member of a recognised professional institute or body (e.g., MCIPS, IAACM, IRM)
• Degree in Business/Economics/Law or equivalent experience
• Usage of Atamis and Sage systems
• Security Clearance: BPSS Basic

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 02392 391 174 and ask to speak to Sandra who can tell you more.

Electronics Repair Technician - Contract

Isle of Wight

Competitive package

Astute Technical are recruiting for an Electronics Repair Technician for a client based on the Isle of Wight (Ryde). Our client is an award winning, global leader in the provision of connectivity, power and control solutions to the defence, industrial, space and aviation sector.

An exciting opportunity exists for an Electronics Test Technician to be responsible for carrying out fault finding, test and repair work.

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Electronics Repair Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Fault find and repair power supply units down to component level
• Investigate and identify faults using test equipment
• Document all fault-finding and repair procedures ensuring robust traceability
• Work autonomously from the repairs monthly plan

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Electronic fault finding down to component level
• Understanding of ESS testing
• Proficient in using electronics diagnostic equipment (Multi meters/oscilloscopes)

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Competitive Rate DOE
• Opportunity to work with prestigious clients in the Aviation, Defence, Space and Industrial sectors

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 93 911 007 and ask to speak to Simon Cheung who can tell you more.

 

Site Manager / Project Manager Duration - 24 months  Locations - Aberdare (South Wales), Eye (Suffolk), and Stewartby (Bedfordshire) Rate - £450 - £500 per day  Immediate start The Role We are recruiting 3x Project Site Managers for 3 new build OCGT based in Southern Wales, Suffolk, and Bedfordshire.  The Project Site Managers will be responsible for overseeing all construction actives including design for the Principal Contractor. The Site Manage will require an extensive understanding of Power Station construction, Commercial Management, Planning and Health & Safety.  Role Responsibilities: Reporting to the Technical Director the Site Manager will be responsible for:

• All construction actives under CDM regulation (2015)
• Design coordination
• Commercial responsibilities associated with construction 
• Stakeholder management of client, internal and subcontractor
• HSE responsibility
• Commissioning and handover 

Qualifications and Skills:

• SMSTS (Site Management certification)
• Engineering degree in one many disciplines including Electrical, Mechanical, Civil etc.
• CSCS
• Experience working within the Power Industry including energy from waste, CCGT, OCGT and also Oil & Gas projects.

If this is of interest, please email your CV to [email protected] or [email protected] - alternatively call on 02392 222 966.

Senior Authorised Person Locations - Aberdare, Eye, Bedfordshire Day rate - £400.00 to £450.00 Start date - December 2023 Duration - 10 months The Role We are currently recruiting for 3 Senior Authorised Persons to join a leading EPC contractor across 3 OCGT projects based across the UK The 3 projects are based in Eye (Suffolk), Stewartby (Bedfordshire), and Aberdare (South Wales). Role Responsibilities:

• Ensure safe working practices are in place, reporting incidents, undertaking risk assessments and audits, promoting a positive Health and Safety culture.
• Daily communication with the Head of SAP's to update them on project progression etc.
• Producing and reviewing switching schedules.
• Provide isolations and safety documentation for 3 Open Cycle Gas Turbine projects with 400kv output.
• Working under client High Voltage safety rules (Model Distribution Safety Rules)
• Assisting in the testing and commissioning of HV/LV systems.
• Conduct and review point of work risk assessments

Skills and Qualifications:  

• Knowledge of Electrical Safety Rules with the Power Industry.
• ONC/HNC or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Current Senior Authorised Person authorisation to 400KV or above.

How to Apply? If you are interested in this Contract role then please get in touch with me on 02392 222 966 or at [email protected]

Junior Field Service Technician

Waste Management

UK Based

 

 

Introduction… Our client is a worldwide, leading business specialising in manufacturing and installing bespoke machines within the Recycling industry. They are looking for a Junior Field Service Technician to join their well established company, offering installations and on-going maintenance works to their customers up and down the UK.

 

Roles & Responsibilities As a Junior Field Service Technician you will be responsible for:

• Attending various customer sites across the UK and Ireland to carry out various installations, repair works, and after sales service support works to specialist plant and machinery.
• Undertaking inspections and assessments of machinery to ensure optimal performance and that all plant remains effective.
• Carrying out reports and documentation detailing completed works and advisories and ensuring that the customer has had necessary follow ups.
• Providing technical and engineering support to customers as well as health and safety guidance and compliance.
• Attending company meetings and training in the Netherlands when required

 

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

• Electrical experience with relevant qualifications is essential
• Experience of working within the waste industry, ideally recycling
• Experience of working with compactors and balers
• Strong experience of working with heavy industrial machinery
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience is essential
• Strong customer service and people skills
• Happy to stay away during the working week occasionally

 

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

• Up to £35,000 basic salary
• Company van, phone and laptop
• Full training provided
• Fantastic company benefits
• Holiday package

 

How to Apply

To apply, please call Sam McSheaffrey on 02392 288 217 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

Role - Field Service Engineer

Location: Thames Valley Area

Package: £30,000-£35,000 per annum + Company van

 

 

Introduction

Astute Technical are proud to be working with the leading supplier of waste recycling equipment, servicing, and consumables in the UK. They are looking for a Field Service Engineer to add to the growing team. A primarily field-based role in the Thames Valley area, the permanent full-time position will require on-site attendance to the clients' locations, dependant on the needs of the business.

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Multi-Skilled Trainee Engineer, you will be responsible for:

· Carry out regular servicing/preventative maintenance on Recycling Machinery - Primarily balers and compactors.

· To attend breakdowns and complete repairs as required on all recycling equipment at customers sites in our core regions. Within a timely and competent manner, working safely to current legislation.

· You will be required to install and decommission the equipment along with completing training with operatives on the safe use of the equipment.

· Build strong relationships with your colleagues, communicating and working together as a team to maintain customer satisfaction.

 

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

· Qualified or experienced field service engineer

· Experience with recycling balers and compactors essential

· Candidate must be competent in the following areas, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and welding.

· Full UK driving license.

 

 

Salary & Package

What's on offer for this exciting role:

· £30,000-£35,000 per annum

· Fuel card supplied.

· Company phone and tablet

· Holiday loyalty scheme

· Pension

· In house and manufacturer training provided.

· Progression is available for the right candidate.

· Company van including power tools.

 

 

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 02392288208 to speak to Julia Shaw 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]