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Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 9/22/25
  • END DATE: 9/18/26
  • PAY RATE: $68.0 /HR

Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer - JP14586 – Up to £68.00 per hour

 

Key skills 

  • Mechanical engineers with building services experience
  • Varied background in building services, does not need to be nuclear.
  • Highly regulated environments - where there are processes to follow
  • HVAC, water suppliers, sewage, any mechanical systems in a building.

 

This is an 'Intelligent customer' role - guide design houses to provide the correct design - review and feedback on designs.

Experience with dealing with stakeholders, reviewing design documents  

Legislation / building regs experience

 

2 days on site in Devonport – negotiable for right person.

Can start on BPSS

Single stage teams interview

 


Site Manager - Euston Site
CONTRACT
  • TERMS: contract
  • START DATE: 11/27/23
  • END DATE: 5/31/24
  • PAY RATE: $450.0 /DAY
Role – Site Manager - Solar Location - Ipswich Package - £350 - £450 per day (8 month contract)     About the role: Astute’s Renewables team is partnering 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 to recruit a Site Manager for its Euston site. The Site Manager role comes with a salary of £350 - £450 depending on experience. If you’re a Site Manager and are looking to work for an organisation that puts integrity and people at the forefront of everything it does then upload your CV to apply today.       Responsibilities and duties: Reporting to the Head of Project Management UK you will:
  • Manage onsite  services to concurrent turn-key EPC Solar PV & Battery Storage projects in the UK.
  • Ensuring quality control and contractual requirements are upheld.
  • Maintain HSQE standards on site and in compliance with UK HSE and CDM regulations.
  • Reporting of quality control, progress and HSE.
  • Coordinating contractors and sub-contractors on site.
  • Preparing all documentation for project handover and O&M or safety file compilation.
  • Manage logistics and materials and deliveries onsite.
  • Communication between stakeholders: ICP, subcontractors, landowners, DNO’s client etc.
    Professional qualifications: We are looking for someone with the following:
  • MUST have Site Manager experience on Utility scale solar PV projects (40MW+).
  • ‘Tracker’ mounting structure experience a plus.
  • SMSTS trained.
  • Black CSCS card preferable.
  • NEBOSH Health and Safety Management for Construction (UK).
  • First Aid Trained a plus.
  • German speaking a plus.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects on a number of site, staying locally for the construction phase.
    Personal skills: The Site Manager role would suit someone who is:
  • Ability to manage multiple projects on a number of site, staying locally for the construction phase.
  • Desire to work for an International company.
  • German speaking is a plus.
    Salary and benefits of the Site Manager role:
  • £350  - £ 4 50 per day  depending on experience.
  • 8 month contract
  • Permanent candidates will be considered too
    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 07441391775 to speak to Sue Greeff who can tell you more.   INDREN  

Civil/ Structural Engineer (Lead, Principal, Senior) - Glasgow
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

O&M Technical Supervisor
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
O&M Technical Supervisor – Rooftop Solar Projects Amsterdam, Holland Competitive Salary & Benefits package     Introduction Astute are working with a global power & investment company and are supporting their Solar division, based in Amsterdam. We are looking for an O&M Technical Supervisor to oversee the development, operations & maintenance of it’s solar PV projects across Holland. This role will include travel across Holland and you’ll be involved with providing technical support, maintenance support, commissioning and project management.                   Roles & Responsibilities As the O&M Technical Supervisor, you will be responsible for:
  • Carrying our routine inspections, maintenance and repair of Solar PV systems (roof top & ground mounted) across project sites.
  • Identify problems and coordinate with service contractors.
  • Coordinate with O&M staff and third party vendors to support project delivery.
  • Review and report on O&M contractor reports relating to KPI’s; operation, availability, issues etc.
  • Participate in stakeholder meetings and communicate with third party vendors & clients to resolve issues.
  • Ensure all work is carried out in compliance with OEM requirements & specified warranty periods.
  • Generating maintenance schedules and collecting tariff readings.
  • Support finance and the wider business with invoices and escalations.
    Skills & Qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Ideally degree qualified with an Engineering degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or similar
  • At least 5 – 8 years of experience in similar Solar PV projects
  • Competent on Microsoft Office Suite including Excel
  • Valid Dutch licence
  • Fluent Dutch speaker
  • Ability to work in Holland
    Salary & Package We are offering a competitive salary and benefits package for the O&M Technical Supervisor vacancy as follows:
  • Competitive Salary
  • Benefits Package
  • Opportunity to work in the Solar sector
    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.        

Mechanical Technician
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent

Mechanical Technician

Recycling

Bargeddie

Salary up to £37,000

 

Introduction

Our client is one of the UK's leading provider of Environmental solutions, offering a full range of Waste and Energy Recovery services through a vast and growing network of Plants and Facilities across the country and as such they are looking for a Mechanical Maintenance Technician to join one of their key sites in Bargeddie. Working as their Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out key planned, preventative and breakdown maintenance across the recycling facility on a wide variety of heavy plant and equipment.

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As the Mechanical Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Responsible for carrying out planned and unplanned maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient operation of the MRF.
  • Ensure maintenance targets and plans are achieved safely, economically and within the environmental limits of the plant.
  • Assist with supervision of contractors, working alongside other functions as necessary.
  • Carry out fault diagnosis and rectify as required.
  • Use initiative and be pro-active and creative in problem solving.
  • Conduct plant inspections and area safety inspections.
  • Ensure that all reporting within the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) is effective and completed promptly.
  • Ensure that all activities within the MRF are carried out in a safe manner, in line with the site’s procedures.

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

  • NVQ level 3 in Mechanical Engineering or similar
  • Previous experience working within a process, production, or manufacturing environment.
  • A good understanding of stock control, risk assessments and condition reports.
  • In depth understanding of a strategic approach to engineering and maintenance.
  • Strong health and safety understanding

 

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

  • Competitive Package of up to £37,000.
  • Overtime available
  • Development and progression opportunities
  • Opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading Waste Management companies

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 023 92 288 209 and ask to speak to Gemma Harfield who can tell you more.

 


Electrical Supervisor - Wind
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit an Electrical Supervisor to oversee the installation and finishing phases of wind farm sites across the UK.    The Electrical Supervisor role comes with a salary of £45,000 plus bonus scheme and a flexible pension scheme.    If you’re a qualified Electrical worker with experience in the wind industry and are looking to work for an organisation that offers great career progressions and benefits, then upload your CV to apply today.    Responsibilities and duties  As the Electrical Supervisor you will: 
  •  Inspect and supervise the electrical installation inside and adjacent to the wind turbine generators. 
  • Ensure all activities related to the SCADA installation and connection is completed and prepared for commissioning. 
  • Follow all industry safety regulations for the site and ensure all works are compliant with HSE. 
  • Perform the Quality Gate 23 Process and ensure sign off is complete by the Site Manager. 
  • Support when needed during the commissioning and testing phases. 
  • Complete any other relevant supportive duties for projects including but not exclusive to Quality Gate 4 and retro performance monitoring. 
Professional qualifications  We are looking for someone with the following:
  • Certificate as a qualified electrician or qualified electrical worker.
  • Valid First Aid would be an advantage. 
  • HV and MV switching operation authorisation. 
  • Working and Rescue from Height – from a renewables UK approved provider. 
Personal skills  The Electrical Supervisor would suit someone who is: 
  •  Able to work in or lead a team.
  • Systematic problem solver. 
  • Able to travel on a regular basis both UK and international when needed. 
  • Able to demonstrate a practical and technical approach to operations. 
Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role 
  • Salary up to £45,000 
  • 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays. 
  • 4-week work rotation (3 weeks on, 1 week off) 
  • Flexible pension scheme 
  • Site vehicle access  
   

Reinforced Concrete Civil/ Structural Engineer
PERMANENT
  • TERMS: permanent
Astute’s Nuclear team is partnering with one of the leaders in the design and construction of the Hinkley Point C (HPC) nuclear new build power plant to recruit a Civil/Structural Engineer within the reinforced concrete sector. The Civil/Structural Engineer role is a key position in the development of the Hinkley Point C project throughout its design and construction phase and comes with a salary of up to £50,000 dependant on experience. If you’re a Civil, Structural or Temporary Works Engineer and are eager to contribute to a landmark energy project within the Nuclear sector, then submit your CV to apply today.                   Responsibilities and duties Reporting to the Project Team, you will be responsible for:  
  • Modifying reinforced concrete or steel structure designs compliant with the ETC-C or other relevant codes (Eurocodes) and project methodology.
  • Checking and coordinating detailing activities with CAD designers or other engineers in preparation of 3D BIM rebar models and/or 2D drawings of reinforced concrete or steel structures.
  • Manage and modify structural designs using software such as TEKLA.
  • Managing engineering changes in line with company/project procedures and QA processes.
  • Assessing and responding to Field Changes Requests, Field Information Requests, or Site Non-Conformances from civil works contractors.
  • Liaising with other stakeholders of the site engineering team or construction team for clarification on site requests.
  • Coordinating with the back office for clarification on design packages or for resolving design package issues.
  • Technical review and acceptance of contractor deliverables.
  • Site walkdowns and inspections.
  • Responsibility for schedule for engineering tasks reporting to the management, scheduling and commercial requirement.
  • Working with contractors on site to deliver the implementation of engineering solutions.
    Professional qualifications & personal characteristics We are looking for someone with the following:  
  • Proven experience in the civil, infrastructure, structural, method, or temporary works engineering and design.
  • Hands-on knowledge of detailed design processes and their application in construction.
  • Familiarity with structural software such as TEKLA.
  • Experience within highly regulated industries, such as nuclear or heavy industry sectors, is desirable.
  • Previous experience working as a Civil Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Method Engineer, Structural Engineer or Temporary Works Engineer.
  • Working knowledge of the detailed design phases and how this is transitioned to the construction phase
This role requires security clearance, and employment offers will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.       Salary and benefits of the Civil/ Structural Engineer role  
  • Basic salary of £40,000 - £50,000 dependant on experience
  • Enhanced pension offering of 8% employer contributions
  • Benefits such as life insurance, income protection, healthcare.
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