Astute People Ltd

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with a leader in renewable energy, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and innovation. With over 25 years of experience, our partner develops and builds wind and solar farms, as well as battery and hydrogen projects worldwide. Their specialist teams handle every aspect of project development and implementation—from site assessment, planning and engineering through to operational management and maintenance of assets. We are recruiting for a Project Manager (Project Development) to join their dynamic team. If you’re a Project Manager with pre-planning experience within the renewables sector, then apply today. Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Lead Project Manager, you will:  

• Develop onshore wind, battery, and hybrid energy projects, including other renewable technologies.
• Engage and manage consultants and review expert studies and impact assessments for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and coordinate planning applications, Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), Environmental Statements (ES), and appeal documentation.
• Coordinate and negotiate planning compliance submissions and monitor reporting schedules.
• Represent the company in planning and other site-related matters, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.
• Create and maintain project documentation to meet company standards and external monitoring requirements.
• Deliver projects within budget and on time, managing invoice and payment schedules, and highlighting any risks or concerns to management. 

  Professional qualifications   We are looking for someone with the following:

• Academic degree in planning, environmental, or engineering disciplines.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong understanding of planning policy and environmental impact regulations.
• Extensive experience with site assessment, planning application/consent processes, including environmental impact assessments for major renewable energy projects.
• Working towards or holding a professional qualification (MRTPI, MRICS, MIEMA, MICE) is advantageous.

Personal skills We are looking for someone with the following:

• An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised, efficient, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently on specific tasks.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Capable of working effectively within a team and managing external stakeholders.
• Able to travel frequently throughout Scotland with a full driving license and access to a vehicle.

Salary and benefits of the Project Manager role

• Up to £70,000 depending on experience.
• Bonus Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Matched Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work

Transfer Station Chemist

Waste Management

Middlesbrough

£22,000 - £25,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for a Transfer Station Chemist to join one of the industry leaders in hazardous and clinical waste management solutions across the UK. Working as the Transfer Station 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 £22,000 - £25,000 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]

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a contractor in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a HSE Advisor on a 10 month contract for its Belvedere site. The HSE Advisor role comes with a flexible rate.             Key skills  

• Demonstrates leadership and commitment to Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ)
• Intervenes in a strong and persuasive manner in HSE matters on site
• Can competently advise on HSE matters at all levels within the project organisation
• Provide technical support to the persons responsible for safety on the construction sites
• Administers the permit to work process when required
• Undertakes Level 1 accident investigations to a high standard and produce internal reports
• Undertake internal inspections and audits of the standards of HSE on site and the work practices employed
• Liaises with other HSE professionals (both internal and external) to achieve a positive HSE culture
• Provides regular HSE training / information for new employees
• Undertakes site HSE inductions on an ongoing basis
• Assists in emergency response at site · Assists in the organisation of medical examinations (i.e. drug and alcohol testing, etc) of all staff on site
• Must be flexible to work nights and days
• Ideally hold experience within the Energy from Waste sector
• Must hold NEBOSH

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the HSE Advisor role  

• Belvedere
• 10 months minimum
• Outside IR35
• Nights

As a Senior Electrical Engineer you’ll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

 

What we can offer you;

• 23 days of annual leave

• Refer an Engineer to us once you’ve joined and earn £1000

• Free physiotherapy service 

• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers

• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to

• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential 

 

What you'll be doing;

• Work as the senior team leader of a team of other electrical or mechanical engineers and mechanical fitters, often consisting of two or more engineers across a range of sites

• Carry out electrically complex and detailed asset overhauls and replacements

• Undertake complex electrical repairs and modifications dewatering equipment, pumps, pipework, valves and other ancillary equipment

• Working under CDM regulations on projects work 

• Leading remedial work on dewatering EICA systems

• Troubleshooting on dewatering electrical systems: filtration, centrifuge

• Design and installation to WIMES of electrical control systems including switchgear

• Complete wiring and cabling works

• Carry out electrical inspections, services and repairs to customers’ dewatering assets machines

• Undertake standby cover and overtime as required as well as flexibility to work away from home

• Complete test reports, installation certificates and customer feedback documents

• Complete customer paperwork such as permits to work and safety paperwork

• Please note some mechanical crossover is part of the role and the role will not be 100% electrical at all times

 

What we're looking for;

 

Essential: 

• Previous experience in working in an industrial environment

• NVQ or a recognised apprenticeship in electrical engineering maintenance at Level 3

• BS Inspection & Testing qualification & 18th Edition

• ICA experience

• Full UK Driving License

• Compex Trained

• Confined Space Trained

• First Aid Trained

• IOSH Trained

Desirable: 

• SSSTS Card

• Clean Water Qualification

• SHEA Water Qualification

• DSEAR Awareness 

• PASMA Trained

• CSCS Gold Card

Astute’s Renewables team is exclusively partnering with a leading renewable energy company, a market leader in solar operations, to recruit a Field Service Engineer covering the Cambridgeshire area with occasional travel for business needs. The role involves onsite service and maintenance of large-scale solar assets. This strategically important Field Service Engineer role comes with a salary of up to £40k plus a vehicle. If you’re a Field Service Engineer with solar experience and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people first, upload your CV to apply today! Responsibilities and Duties: Reporting to the Service Team Leader, you will:

• Visual inspection activities, cleaning and report to management team.
• Routine maintenance activities on modules, inverters, cables and connectors, DC and AC distribution boxes.
• Routine maintenance activities on module mounting systems, fence and gates, inverter and transformer stations.
• Routine maintenance activities on monitoring and communication equipment.
• Routine maintenance activities on security system devices.
• Fault finding on electrical components by means of visual inspections or professional site measurement activities.

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

• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Certification or equivalent.
• At least five years’ experience in industrial electrical installation and maintenance.
• Previous Solar PV maintenance experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of DC electrical systems, high-voltage equipment, and occupational health & safety regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Full, clean UK driving licence.

Personal Skills: The Field Service Engineer role would suit someone who is:

• Willing and flexible to travel to sites as and when required
• Strong in problem-solving and able to work under pressure.
• Passionate about renewable energy and high-quality service delivery.

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary: £38,000 - £40,000
• Company vehicle with fuel card
• 25 days of annual leave plus Bank holidays 
• Great company culture and regular social events 
• Bonus programme 
• Pension scheme 

INDREN

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading civil Engineering company in the Energy from Waste sector to recruit a Senior Site Manager on a 6-month minimum contract for its Cheshire site. The Senior Site Manager role comes with a day rate of £400.00.             Key skills  

• Reporting to management with progress updates 
• Attending coordination meetings 
• Coordination with the client’s management team
• Quality Assurance documentation via Fieldview
• Daily briefings via Fieldview
• Health and safety 
• Operational management 
• Must hold Civils / RC background
• Must hold SMSTS
• Must have Fieldview experience
• EfW experience is beneficial

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Senior Site Manager role  

• Cheshire
• £400.00 Per Day
• 6 Months minimum

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.

Astute’s Power team is partnering with a leading civil subcontractor to recruit a Quantity Surveyor on a 12-month contract for its Cheshire site. The Quantity Surveyor role comes with a day rate of £450.             Key skills  

• Mentor the commercial team where required promoting CPD, etc.
• Oversee all assigned commercial accounts in line with the R&Rs outlined below.
• Actively chase up applications, payment certs and associated payments.
• Negotiate, agree, and close out final accounts.
• Ensure compliance on assigned commercial accounts are in line with contractual obligations surrounding payment terms/commercial calendar and construction law.
• In the unlikely event of a dispute, oversee, negotiate, attend and see through dispute resolution meetings through necessary means such as arbitration or similar.
• Establish, update and maintain a schedule of rates for tendering purposes
• Establish, update and maintain a schedule of current day works rates.

Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Quantity Surveyor role  

• Cheshire
• £450.00 Per Day
• 12 months

Astute’s Power team are looking to recruit a Commissioning Maintenance Engineer on a 4-month minimum contract for a project in Leeds starting immediately.             Key skills

• Execute mechanical works in line with EfW commissioning requirements, ensuring compliance with HSEQ, schedule, and contractual obligations
• Support plant start-up activities including fault finding, system checks, and equipment readiness
• Monitor plant performance and diagnose issues across boilers, rotating equipment, and auxiliary systems
• Work closely with commissioning and operations teams to resolve technical issues quickly and effectively
• Report deviations, risks, and performance issues to the Commissioning Manager
• Carry out mechanical tasks including pump overhauls, filter changes, lubrication, and system maintenance
• Maintain plant equipment in a clean, safe, and operational condition during commissioning
• Plan and execute maintenance activities including spares, consumables, and resource requirements
• Record all activities within CMMS / PAMELA systems, ensuring accurate documentation
• Support sampling and testing activities (e.g. water, oil, waste streams, IBA) as required
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Location, remuneration and timeframe of the Commissioning Maintenance Engineer role  

• Leeds
• May 2026
• 4 Months min
• £500-550 per day
• Outside IR35