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Job Description                                   Job Title: Apprentice Environmental Monitoring Technician Date: January 2023 Business Unit: HSEQ Site/Function: ENRMF 1 Job Details  

1. Responsible to:

Landfill Environmental Manager

1. Responsible for:

Environmental Monitoring at ENRMF

1. Collaborate with:

Monitoring Team Site Operations Management Apprentice Site Manager HSEQ team 2 Job Summary   Undertaking the environmental monitoring and sampling requirements at the facility as set out by environmental permits.  3 Key Responsibilities  

• Completion of all monitoring and sampling in accordance with the site’s permits, permissions and associated monitoring action plans
• Occupational health monitoring in relation to dust, VOC’s, asbestos etc.
• Calibration of monitoring equipment and the organisation of regular servicing to maintain accuracy of monitoring data
• Maintenance of environmental monitoring database
• Compilation of data and summary reporting. Identifying patterns, trends and abnormalities.
• Completion of monthly reports to line management highlighting issues with monitoring data.
• Liaising and communicating with others within the group to ensure that the monitoring requirements are completed.
• To assist with projects as necessary
• To assist with quarterly returns
• To assist with other administrational activities which may be required

4 Critical Qualifications  

• Ideally has a keen interest in a subject such as Geology, Geography, Chemistry or Environmental Science but not essential.
• Full UK driving license (primarily due to location of site)

5 Critical Knowledge, Skills and Experience  

• Must be willing to work outside in all weather and have a good grasp of health and safety as the work is undertaken on an active landfill site.
• Experience of both working within a team and individually.
• Good organisational and analytical skills.

      1 Job Description                                        

• Experience of Office based programs / database software
• Ideally have experience of sampling and dealing with laboratories. Site investigation experience would be an advantage. 
• Site/construction based experience would be an advantage. 

  6 Competencies – training will be given                                A positive, open culture is embedded within the company that is team oriented and encourages teamwork and collaboration.  Customer Focus – CRITICAL Delivering Results – CRITICAL Communication – CRITICAL Team Working - CRITICAL Self-Development - CRITICAL 7 Core Values and Behaviours – Managers, Supervisors & Frontline Colleagues     Respect Considerate Recognition Caring Being mindful of each others' circumstances   Recognising each others' contributions   Contributing to a safe and compliant working environment Critical Integrity Trustworthy Empowering Responsible Doing what we say we will Critical Appreciating what is required to do the right thing   Understanding and acting on individual responsibilities Critical Teamwork Collaborative Communicative Supportive Actively cooperating with each other Critical Communicating openly with and providing feedback to colleagues where appropriate   Fully contributing to our success   Excellence Challenging Proactive Learning Identifying and sharing new ideas and learning opportunities Critical Actively providing feedback   Be open to and prepared for challenge Critical 8 Summary Performance Measures       Note: This description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties.

Electrical Project Engineer

Water Industry

Havant

£40,000 DOE

 

Introduction

We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Project Engineer to join a leading provider of Water engineering services and solutions across the South. They are looking for an Electrical Project Engineer to join their small but established team providing expertise in process, mechanical, electrical and ICA solutions whilst delivering projects all at stages of the cycle. Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will work as part of a core team tin the delivery of a busy portfolio of robust engineering solutions across various wastewater and clean water contracts in the South.

 

The Job

Working as the Electrical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for…

• Working as part of the office-based design team with regular visits to site troubleshooting, checking and managing potential and live projects.
• Driving successful project delivery, working alongside the Project Manager planning, establishing and coordinating the projects, carrying out electrical design works and ensuring projects are delivered to client specifications on time and in budget.
• Collaborate with project teams to maintain profitability and efficient methods of work
• Complete electrical designs and develop specifications for internal and external equipments required for each project.
• Specify job requirements, parts and materials needed to enable projects to be scoped for tender and on-site delivery.
• Survey electrical systems and plans.
• Project budget and programme management.
• Compliance with NICEIC requirements.
• Manage all elements of the project delivery from initial site surveys, proposal preparations through to handover. This includes costings, proposals, specifications, ordering, fault finding, testing and commissioning.
• Any other duties as required.

This is a field-based position requiring a flexible approach to work.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to have a background working in a site-based Electrical Engineer or Project Engineer position ideally within the water industry with a relevant engineering qualification to degree level (or equivalent) to back it up.

Candidates should have strong CAD expertise as well as

Candidates should have strong CAD knowledge as well as demonstrable success delivering projects and a proven track record working directly with clients on project designs and coordination.

 

Due to a high level of travel to various sites throughout this role, candidates must hold a valid full UK driving licence and be flexible in their working hours.

 

 

What’s on Offer.

• Basic salary £40,000 DOE
• Competitive Package
• 28 days holiday (incl bank holidays)

 

 

 

 

How to apply

To apply, please call Gemma Nixon 02392 222 964 or send a copy of your CV to [email protected]

 

Electrical Project Manager Bristol Competitive Salary + Benefits  

Introduction We are looking for an Electrical Project Manager to work for one of Britain’s most innovative and ambitious renewable energy companies. The Electrical Project Manager will be working on electrical infrastructure projects on behalf of the company and will be responsible for both grid connection and Private/Balance of plant projects and range from LV through to 132kV.

 

Roles & Responsibilities As Electrical Project Manager you will be responsible for:

• Working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Be well-versed in all construction methodologies and can co-ordinate teams of various disciplines to achieve the best results.
• Minimising M&E construction expenditure within the business wherever possible whilst contributing to cost savings across the business from an M&E construction perspective.
• Assist in the development and improvement of the company Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental assurance system and policies from a M&E Construction perspective
• Work with the construction coordinator to ensure the O and M manual is completed in full and on time in line with contract specific obligations.
• Assisting the Commercial Manager/Director with the financial management of projects under your management relating to construction activities.
• Compile detailed bills of quantities and invitation to tenders for the M&E scope of projects.
• Ensure that the project division of responsibilities is fully complete and regularly updated and you understand your responsibilities under the division of responsibilities document.
• Work with the civil project manager to implement a project specific master deliverables schedule
• Work with the compliance manager to complete a full project specific Inspection and test plan from a M&E construction perspective and ensure that these are completed through the site teams
• Work with the compliance manager to complete a full project specific quality assurance plan from a M&E construction perspective and ensure that these are completed through the site teams
• Work with the project team to ensure all contract requirements relating to discharge of planning conditions is completed in the correct order and timescale.

Skills & Qualifications

• We are looking for someone with the following:
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working as an Electrical Project Manager for grid connections OR
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working as an Electrical Project Manager in a Transmission and Distribution industry OR
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working within the HV industry as a Site Manager or other similar roles
• Proven experience working and interfacing with the DNO’s on projects
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) as well as strong management skills
• Good track record of project completion
• Strong understanding of budget and cashflow management

Desirable criteria:

• Previous job role working for an ICP
• Previous job role working for a DNO
• HNC/HND Electrical Engineering
• APM/Prince 2

Salary & Package

• Competitive salary of up to £60,000
• Company bonus scheme
• Salary pension

Technical Lead Engineer - Valves

• Employees can work remotely
• Full-time
• ASSYSTEM Job: Engineering / Technical
• Type of contract ASSYSTEM: Permanent
• ASSYSTEM Sector: Nuclear

Company Description

Assystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy. We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition. Drawing on more than 55 years' experience in highly regulated sectors subject to strict security and safety requirements, we provide our customers with engineering and project management services, as well as digital services and solutions to optimize the performance of complex infrastructure projects throughout their life cycle. The Group is currently ranked second in the world for nuclear engineering. To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all. Job Description

Key Responsibility: 

Supporting the delivery of nuclear power plant operating equipment to the client, from external suppliers, through the following activities:

• Create/amend technical specifications for new equipment scope, utilising expert inputs where applicable.
• Perform surveillance and approval of contractor deliverables and design activities.
• Lead contract technical and project meetings
• Resolution activities for multi-disciplinary technical issues and queries, including input to/ownership of resolving technical Open Points (OP), interface queries and Design Changes (UKDC).
• Management of technical specialists to perform review of deliverables and to resolve technical issues.
• Review and approve contract amendments and exemptions (CTSs, ERs)
• Liaise with RD and client teams to ensure integration of equipment with interfacing functions/systems/structures

Qualifications

Profile:

• Understanding of nuclear process and mechanical interfaces (anchorages, civil work, piping, fluids, radioprotection, safety, systems engineering)
• Good knowledge of Valves 
• Capable of producing technical specifications
• Sound understanding of nuclear processing regulations
• Experience on the design of the EPR TEP/TEU systems, or other nuclear / safety classified tanks, fluid handling systems and mechanical components.
• Experience of equipment supply contracts and contract forms such as NEC/FIDIC.

Additional Information

We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.

Thermal Hydraulic Engineer

SMR Nuclear Project

Derbyshire

Highly Competitive Salary

 

Introduction

Astute are proud to be working with RPOne powered by the Morson Group, to support their client Rolls-Royce SMR (small modular reactor) in the recruitment of a Thermal Hydraulic Performance Validation Engineer to help deliver a new fleet of small modular reactor power plants that will aid in the net zero carbon emissions globally. Reporting to the Validation Lead you will be responsible for developing staged validation cases for the various thermal hydraulic performance methods, utilised to verify the reactor plant design. You will work alongside the plant performance analysis teams to understand the nature of the reactor plant behaviours and the thermal hydraulic analysis methods.

 

The Job

• Working as the Thermal Hydraulic Performance Engineer, you will be responsible for…
• Undertaking the process of the thermal hydraulic identification and ranking and identify test requirements to develop code cases for various thermal hydraulic methods.
• Work with plant design engineers to understand the technical nature of the reactor plant.
• Apply technical expertise to assess complex thermal-hydraulic problems.
• Develop and deliver detailed plans for the assigned technical activities.
• Define and manage requirement traceability from the analysis through the validation code cases and into the rigs programme.
• Work alongside the plant performance team to ensure appropriate method validation is in place at each analysis stage.
• Comply with all environmental and health and safety regulations.

 

The Candidate

To be considered for this position candidates will be expected to be

• Qualified to degree level or equivalent in physics, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Chartered with a relevant professional institute.
• Excellent knowledge of reactor plant thermal and hydraulic behaviour and associated analysis.
• Experience in delivering complex thermal hydraulic validation cases.
• A fantastic communicator at all levels.

 

What’s on offer?

• Highly competitive salary
• Performance-related bonus
• Benefit Allowance
• Hybrid working options
• Excellent pension
• Fantastic opportunity to work in a highly regulated industry.

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391332 and ask to speak to Megan who can tell you more.

 

INDREN

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

Monitoring & Performance Engineer - Solar      

Bristol with hybrid optionas available

Starting salary up to £32,000

 

Introduction…

Astute are proud to be working with one of the UK’s top Solar companies to find a Monitoring & Performance Engineer to join their ever growing team. The ideal candidate will have experience wit computerised monitoring systems on plant and equipment

 

Roles & Responsibilities

As a Monitoring & Performance Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Monitoring assets remotely and immediately reporting to O&M and Asset Managers
• Tracking equipment issues and defect throughout the entire lifecycle of the assets
• Analyse the systems data to inform decisions and identify current and long term issues
• Maintain data security and confidentiality in line with any applicable SLAs
• Participate in site visits to inspect solar projects
• Provide support to the O&M, Asset Management and Engineering teams to diagnose and remedy any operational problems

 

Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

• Recognised Engineering Qualification
• Advanced Excel skills
• Interpretation of electrical and mechanical drawings
• Experience with computerised monitoring systems on plant and equipment (preferably solar)

 

Salary & Package

What’s on offer for this exciting role:

• Starting salary up to £32,000
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to travel overseas

 

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, please send a CV and Cover Letter to [email protected] or ring 07441391669 to speak to Sophie Thwaites who can tell you more.

Solidworks Mechanical Design Engineer - 12 month Contract Portsmouth £45ph - £50ph (Inside IR35)  Introduction Astute are proudly partnered with a well-established Marine Engineering business within the Defence sector.  As exciting opportunity now has arisen for a Mechanical Design Engineer to be responsible for design, draughting and final production of engineering drawings in accordance with BS 8888 using CAD software.  Taking basic project ideas and producing detailed designs for equipment, framework and enclosures.  All drawings to be produced to a high standard of accuracy and clarity.                   Roles & Responsibilities As Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Responsible for detailed design and draughting, leading to the creation of engineering drawings required for project implementation.
• Maintain liaison with design and technical authority and project engineers throughout the term of projects.
• Ensure Company technical requirements and relevant professional standards and codes of practice are maintained and adhered to
• Promote the use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) techniques to the Design Office activities as applicable.
• Ensure all departmental and Company procedures are upheld.

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

• HND/Degree or equivalent qualification in electrical/ electronic or mechanical
• Substantial design office experience.
• Proficient user of SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software (Inventor)
• Knowledge of routing pipework and design of fabrications and welded assemblies.
• Knowledge of critical aspects (emc, shock etc.) related to the design of equipment for military applications.

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

• £50ph (Inside IR35)
• 12 month contract

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.    INDEED REFERENCE  

Position title Senior O&M Engineer, Gresham House O&M Services Position reports to O&M Manager Salary TBC Location Carlisle Position type Permanent Business Overview Gresham House is a specialist alternative asset manager providing funds, direct investments, and tailored investment solutions, including co-investment across a range of highly differentiated alternative investment strategies. Our expertise includes strategic public, private equity (private assets), timber, renewable energy, housing, and infrastructure. We aim to deliver sustainable financial returns and are committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients to help them achieve their financial goals. From a standing start in December 2014, through a combination of acquisitions and organic growth, the Gresham House business has grown exponentially, with assets under management now at c.£7.8 billion, (31 December 2022), providing a strong and scalable platform from which to continue to grow. The team is delivering on its objectives and now has c.220 employees working in London, Oxford, Dumfries, Edinburgh and Dublin. The business divides into two divisions – Real Assets and Strategic Equity: Strategic Equity Real Assets Public Equity Private Equity Forestry New Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure Housing £7.8bn AUM1 1. As at 31 December 2022. Unaudited Role objective ? The O&M division supports the New Energy Team, which is on the shift from a world powered by finite resources to a new energy world powered by renewables while generating sustainable long-term returns. The team invests in the rapidly changing energy landscape, despite regulatory uncertainty and complex risks. ? Investments are focused on four transformative technologies: solar, wind, energy storage and electric transportation. Returns are supported by solid asset backing, a sustainable income yield and the potential for capital growth. The O&M Engineers are critical operational role that will provide first-hand experience of the rapid and extensive changes occurring in the UK energy market. There is excellent scope for personal and professional development in this evolving environment and within the specialist alternative asset management environment within the Gresham House O&M division. Key responsibilities / accountabilities • To be responsible for a team of one or two engineers and organise their weekly priorities. • To be responsible for the availability and PM achieved to the designated portfolio. • Supervise HV works from different subcontractors. • Acting as Controller engineer (HV) • To help the GH O&M team to achieve high HSQE standards across our portfolio, working closely with HSE Manager. • Deliver all the Preventative Maintenance and Reactive Maintenance on the allocated portfolio including HV maintenance. • Complete Site Inspections across the portfolio as required. • Provide reports after each inspection on site (Monthly or reactive) • Use SCADA to monitor the health of the BESS assets under management. • To help other teams when required • Direct supervision of various works, including overseeing contractors as required. • Performance report submitted and presented to the Asset Management team every month. • Understand failures and propose solutions to existing problems affecting availability. • Site visits, HSE inductions, and interactions with Technical Advisers. • Weekend rota | Emergency attendance (paid on top of the salary) • Weekend monitoring (One every seven weekends) • Supervise PAC / IAC & FAC processes. Skills & experience ? Ideally, five years of experience as a Site Manager or Team Leader in the renewable energy industry. (Solar and BESS) ? Trained in SMA inverters will be desirable. ? Fully qualified electrician (AM2, 18th edition, 2391) with Solar experience ? Experience with Microsoft Office and IAuditor is required. ? Experience with BESS systems is desirable but not essential. ? Knowledge and Experience with Diesel/Gas engines is desirable but not essential. Personal attributes ? Be efficient, reliable, and thorough. ? Team player ? Drive and initiative – the desire to add value proactive approach. ? Fast-paced – the ability to work on various tasks with tight deadlines. ? Commitment to the business and the team. ? Able to communicate effectively and adapt to anyone within the broader group. ? Valid UK driving licence Gresham House is an equal opportunities employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious, and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, or disabilities. Gresham House is dedicated to encouraging a supportive and inclusive culture amongst all our employees. If called out or operate remotely is paid - £50 for remote and attendance £100 - £150 Sites worked on / locations SMA inverters exp – Nice to have as they use SMA inverters as well as Power Electronics and GE Carlisle – covering 4 sites, Edinburgh, Newc, Lake District